Mary Downing Hahn is the author of many young adult novels. Her works include The Old Willis Place, Wait Til Helen Comes, and her book Deep and Dark and Dangerous.
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The effervescent 'girl next door', Doris Day is famous for her 50's and 60's comedies with Rock Hudson. A singer-actress, Ms. Day is most famous for her hit "Que Sera, Sera", a standard for contemporary artists. Her life, career, and achievements are discussed here
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The first Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Shop was opened in 1978 in a renovated gas station by two guys, Ben and Jerry. Today, Ben and Jerry's ice cream is enjoyed in many countries worldwide.
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Kookaburras are a large terrestrial kingfisher that is native to Australia and New Guinea. Their call sounds like an echoing laugh. This category contains questions about the kookaburra and about the different species of kookaburra.
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George Jones is an award-winning country music singer-songwriter. All questions about George Jones can be found here.
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The Sopranos is an American crime drama television series created by David Chase that ran from 1999-2007 on HBO. The show focuses on Tony Soprano (played by James Gandolfini) who is juggling the problems of his fractious family with those of a "Family" of a different sort - the mob.
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Robin Williams is an American comedian and actor whose role as Mork in the TV series Mork and Mindy was his ticket to fame. He has performed in numerous feature films since the 1980s. As a result, he has won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, numerous Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Grammy Awards.
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While the recorded history of Texas began in 1519, when Spanish conquistadors discovered the area, numerous Native American tribes had been living in the region for thousands of years. What is now known as the state of Texas has had a long and vibrant history, including being colonized by Spain and France, becoming an independent nation, and joining the United States to become the 28th state in the union.
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Gilmore Girls was an American dramedy (comedy-drama) that ran for seven seasons (2000-2007). It focused on the lives of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, a single mother and her teenage daughter, and their lives in the small, tight knit community of Stars Hollow, Connecticut.
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Arranged marriages are marriages agreed upon by outside parties. There is usually no courtship period.
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Mitsubishi trucks consist of the light trucks produced by Mitsubishi Motors, and the trucks produced by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation. Mitsubishi trucks come in a variety of models including the top-of-the-line heavy-duty commercial hauler Fuso Super Great.
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Stephanie Rice is a famous Australian swimmer and Olympic Gold Medalist.
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The Fifth Avenue was Chrysler’s biggest model from 1979-1993. Powered by a 3.8 liter V-6 engine, the vehicle was famous for its seats which were noted for their sofa-like comfort and button-tufted appearance.
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Roy Rogers (born Leonard Franklin Slye) (November 5, 1911 – July 6, 1998), was a singer and cowboy actor. Roy's nickname was "King of the Cowboys".
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Jules Verne was a very famous author from the 1840s to the 1870s. His most famous books are Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, a Journey to the Center of the Earth, and Around the World in Eighty Days. Find questions about these books and Jules Verne in this category.
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Anubis is the god of mummification, funerals and deaths in Egyptian Mythology, who is often portrayed as a jackal-headed god. One of his main roles include being the "Guardian of the Scales,” where he weighs the amount of “truth” in a soul on a scale to decide whether it should be granted afterlife. Questions related to Anubis and his role can be found in this category.
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The Discovery Channel is known for many TV shows including Deadliest Catch, Mythbusters, and Dirty Jobs along with many other educational and scientific shows.
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Known for her delicious southern-style recipes as well as the cooking show she hosts on the Food Network, Deen is a well-known celebrity chef. Questions about Paula Deen can be asked here.
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The martial art created by Jigoro Kano in Japan in the late nineteenth century and based upon JuJutsu. The name means the "gentle way" and is a modern martial art and combat sport, that has become an Olympic Sport.
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Canada Entertainment and arts includes celebrities, movies and the fine arts throughout the whole country of Canada. It’s primarily a guide of who is who and where to go for fine entertainment in major metropolitans in Canada.
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Little Mix are a British girl group who won the eighth series of The X Factor UK in 2011. The band is made up of members Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall.
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People go missing every day. Sometimes it can be someone under mental distress that has wandered away from home, and other times they are forced away from their friends and families against their will. In many instances, it is unknown what may have happened to the person. There are several large organizations dedicated to finding these children and adults.
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Seychelles is a country in the Indian Ocean, which consists of over a hundred islands. It was formerly controlled by the French until it became a part of the British Empire, and eventually the British Commonwealth, in the 18th century. Tourism is an important industry in this country.
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A Friend Code is a unique number that can be exchanged with friends so that you are able to play video games against each other.
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The Wii U is the most recent console released by Nintendo in 2012. In addition to including most of the original features of the Wii, the Wii U utilizes a new "Gamepad" controller that includes a touchscreen built into the controller, high-definition support up to 1080p, and a unique social network called Miiverse.
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Lake Victoria is a freshwater lake in Africa, bordered by Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya.
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FooPets is a popular virtual pet game where you can adopt and care for a dog or kitten. Ask questions about how to play FooPets here.
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Ashanti is an American recording artist and dancer who is best known for her hit song, "Foolish."
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Douglas Mawson was an Antarctic explorer from Australia. He authored the book The Home of the Blizzard, which told of his adventures.
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During the time of American exploration, many Native Americans played key roles. There were many leaders that protected their people from forcible relocation through different means. Some were notably peaceable, and others took more violent routes. Some worked with explorers to discover new areas, as well as many other contributions.
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