The history of Kentucky Fried Chicken, better known nowadays as KFC, is a testament of founder Col. Harland Sanders’ success after past hardships and a series of jobs. What’s more remarkable about Col. Sanders’ story is that age doesn’t matter when it comes to achieving success. By the time Sanders was 74 … Read more
Imagine a world without cats – what would it be? The world would be less exciting, less fascinating, and less fun. Cats are here for a reason. You already know that the ancient Egyptians worshipped them as gods. Nowadays, cats still rule – but this time on cyberspace. The website I Can … Read more
If you ask anyone which fast-food chain they are most familiar with, they would most likely answer “McDonald’s.” Indeed, patrons would immediately recognize its iconic golden arches that have graced its restaurants for over 80 years. McDonald’s is so ubiquitous all over the world that people think that it’s always there. The … Read more
The story of fast food giant Burger King began in 1953 with two aspiring entrepreneurs in Jacksonville, Florida. Keith J. Kramer and his wife’s uncle Matthew Burns were inspired by McDonald’s franchise success in San Bernardino, California. They opened their own restaurant, which they named “Insta-Burger King.” They built a stove, the … Read more
Fads come and go, yet they seem to have affected almost everything. And they spare nothing – not even the world of automobiles. Along with the latest automobile innovations of the time comes a history of curious fads and bizarre inventions. It’s amusing to think that many people will do anything for … Read more
At some point during the 1990s, you probably had at least one or a couple of Beanie Babies. Or perhaps you were one of those who caught on the Beanie Babies frenzy, hunting down for every remaining available one on the store shelves as soon as they became “retired” from the market. … Read more
Who hasn’t been to Taco Bell, or hasn’t at least heard of it? Taco Bell is one of the biggest fast-food chains in the United States that also operates in over 25 countries worldwide. It offers Mexican-inspired menu with a distinctively American flavor. Aside from tacos, Taco Bell also serves burritos, quesadillas, … Read more
You don’t want a live pet animal that requires feeding, grooming, playing, and taking out for a dump? Bothered by your dog’s non-stop barking all night long? Trying to get your cat off from scratching your furniture but failed miserably? You might as well own a Pet Rock! If you grew up … Read more
The Slinky is not just a popular toy – it has become a phenomenon. But like many inventions, it was born out of an accident. It was in 1943, during the height of World War II. The U.S. Navy needed ships as the Battle of Atlantic was raging in oceans around Europe. … Read more
Doggles – glasses or goggles for dogs – sound completely unreal and even silly. But it’s real and actually quite innovative. In fact, these doggles turned out to be a successful business idea. The inventor, Roni Di Lullo, made a million-dollar business around it. It began with a walk in the park… … Read more