You may say that our modern world is built on saws. They cut into the wood, metal, and many other materials to build buildings, tools, cars, and things that power our modern society. Saws also come in many types and may be for different use. However, not many think of how saws were invented, specifically, …
School is something that all of us have to go through in the younger years of our lives. In fact, most of us still go back to school, even as adults or senior citizens. However, we do not actually think about the concept of school itself. Such as who invented schools and why they exist. …
University is a very common word these days. High school students expect to attend universities and study for a bachelor’s degree, with some planning immediately going for a master’s or a Ph.D. degree. However, not many think about where the concept of university comes from. Specifically, who invented the university? Modern universities may have been …
Lotion is one of the most commonly-used toiletries in modern times, and it’s difficult to picture life without it. Based on all historical accounts, lotion and moisturizers have been a staple for humans for thousands of years, making this human necessity a timeless product. No one knows exactly who invented lotion. However, historical records indicate …
Makeup is a phenomenon that’s exceedingly popular in almost every community in the world. It would appear that we’ve been using makeup for an exceptionally long time. Linked to all kinds of spiritual and physical attributes, you might be surprised how long it has been around. No one person invented makeup, as it can be …
Probably the most common question about aluminum foil is where the shiny side should be, facing the food or on the outside. Well, why is one side dull and the other shiny? Once you start down the rabbit hole of wondering about foil, all sorts of questions pop up—who invented it in the first place, …
When you think of balloons, what pops into your head is likely the colorful rubber orbs that float around at parties or cross a door in an arch. However, balloons actually date back to the Ancient Greeks who used them to present sacrifices to the gods. Early balloons were made of animal bladders and intestines, …
Flat-screen televisions didn’t become super functional for a few years after their invention, despite some television companies taking them on. The resolution was relatively low, and the quality was not what you’d expect for a current-day TV, so when was the flat screen tv invented? Two professors named Donald Bitzer and Gene Slottow and their …
A compass is an essential tool for navigation, even in the age of satellite and GPS devices. Compasses have been around for centuries and were invented to help sailors navigate before the world was developed or mapped. However, who invented the first compass? The first compass was probably invented by the Chinese sometime around the …
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For billions of people across the world, stairs are a part of our daily life. They allow us to access otherwise inaccessible locations and take us across or over difficult or otherwise inaccessible terrain. They can be carved into a hillside with hand tools, ornately designed with exquisite stone to blend into the cascading landscape …
Everyone uses bags, whether it’s a grocery bag or a purse. There’s virtually no area in life that isn’t helped by the ability to carry things and have a free hand. However, very little is known about the origin of bags. Who invented the bag? When was it? Bags of some fashion or other have …
The air fryer is a modern phenomenon–a piece of cookware that cooks and heats food. It’s enjoyed a recent surge in popularity, both thanks to the growth of at-home cooking and the emphasis on healthier foods. But who invented the air fryer? Is it really that new, or has it been around for longer? The …
