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Learn more about the French newspaper that publishes 'all the news that's fit to wait for a while,' on this episode of Now I Know. Some of the articles featured in the February 29, 2012 edition of the French-language newspaper La Bougie du Sapeur centered on the alleged dangers of chewing gum, changes in drink sizes, and a bunch of other items that don’t seem all that critical to everyday life. The newspaper is further distinguished by ads – there aren’t any – and by its website – it doesn’t have one.

In 1952, the owner of a chicken restaurant named Harlan Sanders began franchising out his brand to other restaurateurs throughout the country. Colonel Sanders's chain, then known as Kentucky Fried Chicken (and now KFC), spread quickly, and Sanders became a very wealthy man.

Get ready to find out the real deal behind a new collection of fascinating facts. From pink camouflaged fighter planes to secret Harry Potter characters, Now I Know More covers everything from history and science to sports and pop culture. You'll learn about made-up towns that made their way onto real maps, the time three MLB teams squared off in a single game, and 99 more curious cases of remarkable trivia. And it's all true. With this audiobook, you really will know more!

A heroin addict – we'll borrow NPR's nomenclature and call him "John" – needs help. Maybe he can't afford the price of a hit. Maybe he's unable to work because he's focused on getting high instead of getting paid.

On the southern shore of eastern Cuba is Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, a small outcrop of land and sea controlled by the United States. The almost-rectangular 45-square-mile zone has been home to US troops since the summer of 1898, when Marines landed there during the Spanish-American War.

The Mexican state of Chiapas (officially the Free and Sovereign State of Chiapas) is located in the nation's south, bordering Guatemala and the Pacific Ocean. Among the many indigenous people of the area are the Tzotzil, who are about 300,000 strong and live primarily in a municipality known as San Juan de Chamula (known simply as Chamula).

On July 21, 1969, Buzz Aldrin became the second human to ever set foot on the moon. Shortly before exiting the lunar lander, Aldrin radioed back to Earth with a simple request: "I'd like to take this opportunity to ask every person listening in, whoever and wherever they may be, to pause for a moment and contemplate the events of the past few hours, and to give thanks in his or her own way."

For many people around the world, the day starts with a cup of coffee. This has been true for centuries, but the origins of the drink aren't quite clear.

It's common knowledge that rubbing alcohol makes cuts burn. But, why? Find out the answer to this burning question on this episode of Now I Know. Get a scrape or a cut and your first step – after the subtle facial expression you make from the pain – may be to grab some rubbing alcohol. Your goal is to clean off the wound before applying a bandage, as you want to shield the scrape from the elements, and prevent trapping bacteria or other stuff within the injured area.

A place for Christians of all doctrines, walks of faith, and personal experiences to dig into our relationship with Jesus and God's purpose for His creation.

Welcome to The Atlantic Crossover Podcast! We're three Brits from 3 different corners of the British Isles who have a fascination with all North American Sports! With our main focuses being NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL. Along with some College Sports and MLS. Be sure to check us out each week! With our Live show and recordings happening each Wednesday on Twitch and Youtube at 20:00 UK time, 15:00 EST, 12:00 PST. You can catch us on all social media with our handles below: Facebook: @The Atlantic Crossover Twitter: @TACrossover Instagram: @theatlanticcrossover Twitch: @The Atlantic Crossover (https://...

Approximately 100,000 public safety communicators go to work each day. They answer millions of 9-1-1 calls, dispatch first responders, handle administrative calls, and document information in the background, often going unnoticed and underappreciated. This podcast explores the work of these frontline heroes and offers insights into the industry. Part training, part venting, and always from the heart, episodes will dive into topics of interest to those working in the industry, review research on various related topics, and present observations of the host, guests, and listeners.

Happy 2 Health has been created to aid in the understanding of mental health through normalising conversations about thoughts, feelings, emotions and the impact that this can have on our physical health. Danny, Dan and Ben aim to help people around the world to promote positive mental health and wellbeing through using exercise as a form of therapy. This podcast delves into some interesting current topics going on in society today, as well as getting key insights from some of the UK’s most successful businessmen and women. Follow Happy 2 Health Podcast through the following platforms:...

The International Center for Clinical Excellence presents, "The Book Case" -- a discussion between addiction medicine physician and FIT certified trainer, Dan Lewis, and psychologist Scott D. Miller. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Conversational Podcast Series With Some Of The World's Most Elite Music Professionals. Come And See Who Takes The Elite Seat!

We’re five friends who talk about ABC’s hit TV show Once Upon a Time and invite you to share your theories, observations, and more. We discuss the stories, fairytales, easter eggs, and Lost references. Join Daniel J. Lewis, his wife Jenny, and Jeremy Laughlin, and discover happy endings. Send your feedback to Feedback@ONCEpodcast.com or leave a message on our listener voicemail line at (903) 231-2221. ONCE podcast is an unofficial podcast and is not affiliate with ABC Studios.

Did you know that a measles outbreak led to the assigning of phone numbers? How about the fact that pirates are the reason we don’t use the metric system in the United States? Or that there’s actually a reason why stepping on a Lego hurts so damn much? Now I Know: The Soviets Invaded Wisconsin?! is the ultimate challenge for even the biggest trivia buff. Based on the very popular newsletter, you are guaranteed to learn something new despite how much you already think you know.

Every so often, the Roman Catholic Church has to choose a new pope – and it's a big deal when that happens, capturing the attention of millions of people (even non-Catholics) around the world. The meeting, called a "papal conclave," has a procedure which has been around for centuries.

Where were you on December 30, 2011? Can't remember? Well, one thing's for sure: you weren't on the Oceanian islands of Samoa – you couldn't have been, because no one was.

Take some paper and various other materials, bundled into one neat package. Light it on fire. Use it for a bit and then, when you're done, throw it away, still lit.