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Fact about praying mantis love

During mantis "sex" the male makes the ultimate sacrifice. The female eats the head of the male as a nutritious snack

Is there a difference between crack & champagne?

According to the federal Center for Substance Abuse prevention, "For kids under twenty-one, there is no difference between
alcohol and other drug use and abuse." Incredibly, it makes no distinction between a self-reliant 20 year old toasting his love at their wedding reception with a sip of champagne and a drug-addicted 20 year old doing crack cocaine!

How much money are won in lotteries put together?

In 1996, lotteries in North America awarded $52 million in prizes every day – that’s $36,000 every minute, 24 hours a day. This didn’t just suddenly happen. Lotteries have been around nearly as long as civilization has been around. People love lotteries.

Top selling albums in 1980s

The top selling album in the 80s was Dire Straits Brothers In Arms followed by Michael Jackson Bad, and then Thriller, 4th best selling album Queen Greatest Hits

The number one selling album for the year 1980 was Abba Super Trouper, 1981 Adam & The Ants Kings Of The Wild Frontier, 1982 Barbra Streisand Love Songs, 1983 Michael Jackson Thriller, 1984 Lionel Richie Can't Slow Down, 1985 Dire Straits Brothers In Arms, 1986 Madonna True Blue, 1987 Michael Jackson Bad, 1988 Kylie Minogue Kylie, 1989 Jason Donovan Ten Good Reasons.

How much do you love your library?

Abdul Kassem Ismael, Grand Vizier of Persia in the tenth century, carried his library with him wherever he went. The 117,000 volumes were carried by 400 camels which were trained to walk in alphabetical order.

Fun fact about the Kea, a bird in New Zealand

There is a two-foot long bird called the Kea. The kea lives in New Zealand and just loves to eat the strips of rubber around car windows.

A tough-love story about karma

Iraqi terrorist, Khay Rahnajet, didn't pay enough postage on a letter bomb. It came back with "return to sender" stamped on it. Forgetting it was the bomb, he opened it and was blown to bits.

Fun facts about venus

Venus is the second closest planet to the sun between Earth and Mercury. Venus is named after the Roman goddess of love and beauty.

What were the best movies of 1998?

The 1998 Golden Globe award for Best Picture went to "Saving Private Ryan" beating out favorites such as "Shakespeare in Love" (voted Best Picture in the Academy Awards), "Life is beautiful," & "There's something about Mary"

What is the worst computer virus ever?

The "Love Hurts" virus hit in spring 2000 and infected affected millions of computers and caused more damage than any other computer virus to date. Users were infected via e-mail, through Internet chat systems, and through other shared file systems. The worm sent copies of itself via Microsoft Outlook's address book entries. The mail included an executable file attachment with the e-mail subject line, "ILOVEYOU." The worm had the ability to overwrite several types of files, including .gif and .jpg files. It modified the Internet Explorer start page and changed Registry keys. It also moved other files and hid MP3 files on affected systems. Visit Symantec's Security Response for instructions on how to remove LoveLetter.

Which breed is used most often as a guide dog?

Labrador Retrievers are the breed used most often as guide dogs for people who are blind or visually impaired. Guide dog schools love them for their intelligence, steady temperament, and eagerness to work, and Lab and Golden Retriever crosses are also common.

Why do Dachshunds have big, paddle-shaped front paws?

Dachshunds have broad, paddle-shaped front paws that are perfect for digging, which is why many still love to excavate yards and blankets.

Why are Devon Rex cats called "Velcro cats"?

Devon Rex cats are nicknamed "Velcro cats" because they stick close to their people. Many love perching on shoulders and getting involved in everything their owners do.

Why do Devon Rex cats feel warm to the touch?

Devon Rex cats feel noticeably warm to the touch because their thin, wavy coat traps less air than a normal cat's fur, which is also why they love snuggling under blankets and near heaters.

How active are Abyssinian cats?

Abyssinians are among the most active and curious cat breeds. They love climbing, exploring, and getting into everything, so they're rarely the lap cat type.

Do British Shorthairs like being held?

British Shorthairs are affectionate but often don't love being picked up and carried. They tend to prefer keeping all four paws on the ground and sitting next to their people instead.

Do Bengal cats like water?

Many Bengals love water and will play in sinks, splash in bowls, or even join their owners in the shower.

Do tigers like water?

Unlike most cats, tigers love water. They are strong swimmers that often cool off in rivers and lakes and can even hunt in water.

Which Founding Father helped popularize pasta in the US?

Thomas Jefferson fell in love with macaroni in Europe and had pasta shipped to the US, helping make it popular in America.

Which famous movie car was a Volkswagen Beetle?

Herbie, the star of Disney's 1968 movie "The Love Bug," is a Volkswagen Beetle.

Why is zero called "love" in tennis?

One popular theory says "love," meaning zero in tennis, comes from the French "l'oeuf" (egg), because an egg looks like a zero, but the origin is disputed.

When did "I Love Lucy" air?

"I Love Lucy" aired on CBS from 1951 to 1957.

How did "I Love Lucy" change TV production?

"I Love Lucy" helped pioneer filming with three cameras in front of a live audience, which preserved episodes on film and made reruns possible.

Could "I Love Lucy" say the word "pregnant"?

When Lucille Ball's real pregnancy was written into "I Love Lucy," CBS wouldn't let the show say "pregnant," so the characters said "expecting" instead.

How many people watched Lucy give birth on TV?

About 44 million people watched the 1953 "I Love Lucy" episode in which Little Ricky is born, more than watched President Eisenhower's inauguration the next day.