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Riding in a hot air balloon is an unforgettable experience. It is something that has gained popularity as a tourist attraction and sporting event over the past few decades. Hot air balloons are used for a variety of reasons from sightseeing to weddings, but who invented the hot air balloon to start with?
Staplers are a must have in any office building or job where large amounts of paper need to be secured. They have many uses and come in many shapes, colors and styles. But have you ever wondered who invented the stapler and how the design has changed since then? Read on to find out.
Fire extinguishers come in all different shapes and sizes and are a common site in public buildings. Most of us recognize them as red cylinders with black hosing attached. Fire extinguishers come in different types with some being designed to put out oil fires while others are used for paper, wood and fabric fires. They are a must have safety component in public buildings and these building are not granted occupancy certificates until fire extinguishers are in place. But who invented the fire extinguisher? Read on to find out.
Paper clips can be found in many different places all over the world. From the office to the classroom the usefulness of the humble paper clip cannot be measured. Whether it is used in its original capacity or for art and science activities, the paper clip is a marvel of modern design. As a testimony to its versatility it is said that only 1 in 10 paper clips is actually used for its original purpose of binding papers. But who invented the paper clip and how long has the paper clip been around? Read on to find out.
Chocolate comes in all sizes, many flavors and different consistencies. Most people can easily tell you their favorite type and just how they would like to eat it. For many it is a treat that can be enjoyed anywhere and with a variety of different people. For most of us chocolate has always existed and been part of life, but who invented chocolate?
There are very few girls around the world that can say they have never owned a Barbie and even fewer that can claim to have never heard of Barbie. Barbie has become a worldwide icon when it comes to girl’s toys and accessories. You can own every type of Barbie imaginable and just when you think you have them all Barbie comes out as something else. But when did Barbie first arrive in our stores and how often has Barbie been re-invented since her first debut? Read on to find out.
Socks help keep our feet warm, dry and help to absorb the sweat that our body loses through the feet. Amazingly the body can lose over half a litre of sweat a day through the feet alone and socks help to draw this moisture away from the feet. They protect against dangerous conditions such as frostbite and disease from insect bites. Socks are generally made out of cotton, wool, acrylic, nylon or polyester and come in a variety of styles and colors. But, you might be wondering who invented socks? This article will take a look at the history of socks as well as some interesting facts about these everyday items.
Wine is an alcoholic beverage that is usually made of fermented grape juice. This post will tell you who invented wine and then discuss some interesting facts about wine.
Almost everyone likes eating some form of candy (also called sweets or confectionery) and this is why it is the most popular of all snack foods. Today there are many different types of candy available and although most have very little nutritional value they are popular because of the sweet taste. You might be wondering who invented candy? This article will take a look into the history of this sweet treat.
Lip gloss is not only a must have cosmetic product, but it developed over the years into having health benefits. This includes moisturizing effects and sunscreen which are now included into many brands of lip gloss. Today there are thousands of different brands and types of lip gloss. Ranging from glossy cosmetics through to totally organic brands. But, you might be wondering who invented the very first lip gloss and this article will answer that question.