Those Famous Brands - How Companies Got Their Names

 
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Big company names are in your face every day, but do you know what they mean? In order to help you fill this gap of knowledge, here's a list of famous company name etymologies. 
List of company name etymologies

Some Of The Most Unique Paths In The World

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There are thousands of paths famed for their natural and breathtaking views, but not many of these paths are unique. Walk through the most beautiful and unique paths from around the world.

Remember X-Ray Specs and Sea-Monkeys ads on back of comics?

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Can you remember these ads on the back of comics? Specs that let you see through clothes. The secrets to super-human strength. Seven-foot tall ghosts. All of this could be yours for a few dollars. At least, that’s what vintage comic-book ads would have you believe.

The New York Public Library's collections - Vintage photos

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This site displays a living database with new materials, featuring prints, photographs, maps, manuscripts, streaming video etc. of 840,878 digitized items at the New York Public Library digital collections.

The Most Beautiful Bays in the World

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A bay is loosely defined as a body of water partly enclosed by land. Generally they have calmer waters than the surrounding sea and are a good place for ships to shelter from the weather. Also, bays are often very beautiful and represent unavoidable tourist attractions in the countries where they are located. This is our selection of some of the most beautiful bays in the world, enjoy the post.

San Francisco - as seen via a 1955 film

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The city of San Francisco as in a 1955 film made by amateur filmmaker Tullio Pellegrini. Pellegrini. See Playland (an oceanside amusement park which was closed in 1972) plus very rare footage of the SkyTram (an extinct ride over Seal Rocks and Sutro Baths), and a brake-screeching ride down Lombard Street (the Crookedest Street in the World).

40 Gotta-See Photos From Way Back Then

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Arthur Brisbane coined the phrase "a picture is worth a thousand words" in 1911. A simple picture can tell you more about history than any story you might read. These 40 old time photos all tell stories about the historical figures or events.

Mount St Helens - 39 Years Ago

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39 years ago on 18 May 1980, Mount St Helens in Washington State, erupted. The eruption removed the upper 1,300 feet (396 meters) of the summit and left a horseshoe-shaped crater and a barren wasteland.

Do You Travel A Lot? Here Are The 10 Best Travel Apps

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You may already have a few essential travel apps on your phone. There are many apps that can provide seamless and stress-free travel. But how do you pick? Here are 10 of the best apps for you.

Island Wilderness in Washington State - Flattery Rocks

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One of the least known stretches of American coastline (and most stunning) is Flattery Rocks in Washington State.  Stony outcroppings with lofty pinnacles scattered with salal shrubs, salmonberry and conifers are uncovered when the tide is low.

Brain Freeze - When Ice-Creams Attack!

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Haven't had brain freeze? Consider yourself lucky! Many people have had this brief, but painful headache - which can easily be prevented simply by eating slower...

The Golden Gate Bridge - How It Was Built

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Some great video footage from the 1930s of the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Elizabeth Kloepfer Was Ted Bundy’s Girlfriend — During His Murder Spree

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One of the most charming and macabre murderers,Ted Bundy infamous string of killings in the 1970s has immortalized him in US history. Elizabeth Kloepfer a.k.a. Elizabeth Kendall survived a relationship with infamous serial killer.

Dress Your Salad Right: Make Proper Vinaigrette

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The world's simplest Vinaigrette dressed green salad is the only side dish you need when serving a meal. A perfect simple salad is knowing how to make a properly emulsified vinaigrette, and applying just the right amount.....and washing and drying your greens thoroughly.

Angkor Wat: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About It.

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As many travellers have a bucket list where to travel to, the World Heritage Temples of Angkor in Cambodia rate high on most peoples list. Get to know about the history, meaning and features of iconic temple before planning that once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Channel Tunnel - Opened 25 Years Ago Today

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The Channel Tunnel was officially opened, 25 years ago, on this day in 1994. It is a 50.45 kilometre rail tunnel linking Folkestone, Kent, in England, with Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, near Calais in northern France, beneath the English Channel at the Strait of Dover.

Things You May Not Know About The Solar System

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There are 10 intriguing facts about the solar system you probably did not know....for instance, the hottest planet isn’t closest to the sun!

Photos Of The Construction Of The Titanic

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April 14th, 1912 the unsinkable ship called the Titanic collided with an iceberg and sealed the fate of 1,517 people. Here are 36 vintage photographs that show how the Titanic was built. As of mammoth proportions you don’t have to look long to understand the scale of this breathtaking vessel.

Are You An Avid Photographer? These informative links will keep you busy!

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This list contains a comprehensive set of links to some of the best photography resources. It will take you a good while to work through the available photography tutorials and blogs

Bordeaux, Washington And Other Ghost Towns Of The Pacific Northwest

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Because it was located in the heart of Capital Forest,  the logging town of Bordeaux, Washington prospered for 60 years. Here towering fir and cedar trees provided beams for buildings, spars for sailing ships and shingles for roofs. 

Twelve Proposed U.S. States That Didn't Make The Cut

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There were many 'wannabe states' yearning to be one of the fifty States - however, some never quite got to full statehood. Here are twelve states that could have been.

Liquid Nitrogen...How Dangerous Is It Really?

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Liquid nitrogen has a boiling point of -196C which is intensely cold and can cause frostbite or cryogenic burns if it is not used and handled, properly. Liquid nitrogen also has a large expansion ratio on evaporation - one litre of liquid nitrogen can result in about 700 litres of gas...these facts resulted in a teenager that had her stomach removed after drinking a cocktail containing liquid nitrogen.