I am looking for (archäological) informations about the origin of the jackfruit (how long it already exists) and when an by whom it has been discovered and brought to Europe.

We occasionally observe in TV newscasts that when the audience applauds dignitaries (or speakers who have just finished a speech) from countries like Russia or China, the dignitarie/speakers too join in the applause by clapping their hands. There must be some idea behind this cultural trait. The...

I have been unable to find the origin of the phrase "close enough for government work." While it is now derogatory and suggestive of sloppy work, I was under the impression it originated with a meaning just the opposite due to stringent specifications for government construction contracts. ...

Hello. I have a question about Good Friday and Easter. From what I understand, Good Friday is the day the Jesus died and Easter was the day he rose from the dead. Looking at the calender, it never falls on the same day. It makes sense to me that if someone dies on a day, that day never...

Where network worms come from? I need few worms for education purpose, how can I get them?