Where would we be without ballpoint pens? Still leaking ink everywhere, I assume. In 1938, Hungarian journalist Laszlo Biro patented the first successful ballpoint pen, inspired by the quick-drying ink used in newspaper printing. This revolutionary writing instrument provided a smoother, more reliable alternative to fountain pens, making on-the-go writing easier and more accessible.
Yesterday’s Trivia Answer.
The anaconda. These massive snakes can grow up to 30 feet long and weigh up to 550 pounds.
Word of the Day
August 18, 2025
ostentatious
Ostentatious describes someone or something that displays wealth, knowledge, power, etc., in a way that is meant to attract attention, admiration, or envy. Things that are ostentatious tend to stand out as overly elaborate or conspicuous.
// The resort town is famous for its extravagantly expensive summer homes, which some tourists view as impressive and others merely ostentatious.
