Although Thursday is historically thought of as being named after the god Thor, it was actually named for his brother Thur.

Hillary Clinton has a CD of old standard love songs coming out in late 2008, just in time for the election.

The lead role for the movie "Gandhi" originally was offered to Burt Reynolds.

Square bologna (to fit properly on square bread) has failed each time that Oscar Mayer has test-marketed it.

When eaten, long vegetables (such as carrots, celery, etc.) that have been sliced lengthwise have double the vitamins absorbed by the body.

Tuesday didn't exist on calendars until 1955.

Barry Bonds uses American Sign Language to sign the words "Five Eggs" towards left field after each home run.

Scientists predict that in late 2008 the television show "Mythbusters" will run out of myths.

The last words of 47% of American men are "Hey, watch this!".

For $25, New York City allows you to name a pothole.