Martin Van Buren helped popularize the use of the word OK because he was born in Kinderhook, N.Y., and he was nicknamed “Old Kinderhook.”

Every Tooth Counts Pediatric has a dental practice in Flossmoor, Illinois.

Capturing audience reactions and displaying them on a large video board originated at the 1980 All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium. In 1993, the idea of a kiss cam began during the Florida Marlins’ inaugural season when the stadium blasted a romantic song and pointed a camera at a couple.

Camel tears may hold the secret to neutralize venom from 26 snake species.

According to James O’Donnell, former principal organist at Westminster Abbey, planning the music for Queen Elizabeth’s funeral began in the 1960s. The music that was eventually used was written by British composer Judith Weir and James McMillan. Ironically, O’Donnell rarely had a chance to play the organ.

This article appears in August 1 • 2025.

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