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42 Facts About Jackie Robinson

(via Mental Floss) On April 15, 1947—more than 70 years ago—Jackie Robinson broke the baseball color line and became the

(via Smithsonian) From jackets heated with electronic ink to personal airbags for skiers, these are some of the most innovative wearables

(via Grunge) Let’s face it: humans are weird. We’re awesome, idiotic, adventurous creatures, always pushing ourselves to the very limit to

(via Smithsonian)What happens to old Olympics facilities after the medals have all been awarded? The buildings that are reused usually

(via Mental Floss) It’s that time again! The 2018 Winter Olympic Games will kick off in PyeongChang, South Korea on

(via Great Big Story) When Sam Gordon started playing football as a 9-year-old, there were no girls-only teams for her

(via Grunge) It might seem strange that so many people get excited when a team of humans toss a ball

(via Mental Floss) On Saturday night, one of three finalists will be named this year’s Heisman Trophy winner. But before

(via Digg) Last week, maintenance on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway yielded this core sample of the world famous race track,

(via Atlas Obscura) In early summer 1859, St. George’s Cricket Club found itself at an existential crossroads. Established in 1838,

(via Mental Floss) The Hornets were supposed to be the Spirit, while the Grizzlies were almost named the Mounties. Why

(via Great Big Story) Baseball in South Korea is more than a game. American missionaries first brought the sport to