Henry VIII was fond of tennis and had a court built, Hampton Court, now the world’s oldest.
About 180 million years ago, a piece of space debris crashed into Mars, created a crater, and blasted rocks off the Martian surface. In 1911, one of these rocks landed in Egypt and reportedly killed a dog.
About 30% of Americans are lactose intolerant. Many don’t realize it.
Microsoft is working on a system that will replace the car stereo with a miniature computer offering music, route planning, and Internet access. Code-named “Apollo,” the voice-operated system will operate off their CE operating system.
The oldest known goldfish lived to 41 years of age. Its name was Fred.
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This article appears in July 11 • 1997 and July 11 • 1997 (Cover).