Sharise Cunningham is a content strategist by day, freelance writer by night and digital nomad always. She has a degree in journalism, has lived in Sweden and taught English in Prague, Czech Republic. She loves hiking, riding her Harley, and anything she can do with dogs. You can find her online at www.sharisecunningham.com.
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After Prohibition, Al Capone's mobsters seized control of the milk market, which led to conflict between the mob and unions known as the "Chicago milk wars."
Just one bite from any of these venomous snakes could cost you your life. They're some of the deadliest snakes in the world and you don't want to mess with them.
When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush? And how often should you?
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Washington, D.C. is the seat of America's federal government. But what state is Washington, D.C. in?
The U.S. comprises states, territories and commonwealths. So how many states are in the U.S.A.?
The United States is divided into 50 states, small and large. So which is the biggest state in the U.S.A.?
The EGOT is the grand slam of show business awards. It's so elusive, just a handful of people have achieved it. Who are they and who might be next?
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Dogs come in all shapes and sizes. And a few breeds stand out for being, well, exceptionally huge. But what is the biggest dog in the world?
Lemon zest imparts a bright and citrusy flavor to both savory and sweet foods. Best of all, it's super simple to make using the right tools and the peel of a lemon.
The Bionic Reading app has exploded in popularity. But can it really make you a speed reader?
Dogs lick humans for all types of reasons. But do they really lick us to tell us they love us?
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The fear of long words is ironic, as the name is ridiculously long. What gives?
Surely you've watched tons of sunsets in your lifetime. But have you ever seen the sunset and the moonrise simultaneously? Is that even possible?
It's marketed as an alternative to refined sugar. But is coconut sugar really a healthier option?
The first commercial jetliners had square windows. So why did engineers change the design to the rounded windows we know today?
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The Garden State of New Jersey is the only state in the U.S. where it's illegal to pump your own gas. What gives?
The Mars solar conjunction occurs every two years and forces NASA to stop communicating with assets on the Red Planet. So what's the deal?
The first gun was created more than 1,000 years ago, effectively changing warfare — and society — in incomprehensible ways. But do we know who actually made the first firearm?
You better measure it before you put a ring on it. At least that's what Beyoncé said, and she got herself an 18-carat stunner.
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Not all deserts have sand and they're certainly not all hot. They're just extremely dry and have little vegetation. That means deserts are located all over the planet, including at super-high elevations.
What most people remember about Apollo 14 is Alan Shepard hitting golf balls on the moon. But on the same mission, command module pilot Stuart Roosa took seeds to space and back and now they're beautiful trees on Earth.
Riparian buffers are critical for protecting our local waterways from polluted runoff. So what exactly are they and how do they work?
The New York Stock Exchange has changed its hours many times since its inception in the late 18th century. Why? And what hours does it keep now?
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It's a behavior synonymous with gorillas — beating the chest. But why do they do it? Researchers think they've figured out what the purpose is behind that pounding.
If you do this tonight, you'll be all set tomorrow morning with a healthy and delicious breakfast.