The United States dominated the 2008 Olympics, as the country with the biggest number of medals (110). However, China had more gold medals (getting 51, far more than the United States’ 36). Russia ranked third with a sum of 72 medals. This would have been far different if this had been before...
Atheism is generating quite a lot of attention these days. Prominent atheists are getting the word out about their views in increasing numbers and generating lots of public debate on the proper place of religion in governments and societies in the modern world. And now more than ever, atheists...
The 15th Annual Polar Bear Plunge is set for the waters of the Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, Maryland today. Today's Polar Bear Plunge known as "Plungapolooza" is the largest annual winter event in the U.S. The event requires participants to plunge into the icy water despite low, mid winter...
Houston, Texas officials have plans to cover the city with a dome to protect the city from severe weather. Architects, scientists, and engineers have teamed to construct a dome over the city to protect it from hurricanes, cyclones, and temperature extremes. The DomeProject has residents worried...
Throughout the span of his career, Eminem has earned praise for quality lyrics, his rap style, and his energy. His best songs bring these qualities together, often dealing with themes of overcoming difficulty and facing the world head on. Having earned over thirteen Grammys and tremendous acclaim...
