How Air Force One Has Taken Off More Times Than It Has Landed

Since 1953, Air Force One is the name that’s been handed out to the plane that carries the President of the United States, and in 1962 the iconic Boeing 707 was created for that very purpose. Today, it’s the Boeing 747 that wears the presidential colors and holds the name Air Force One. Over it’s 70-year history, there’s a quirky statistic that has followed the plane everywhere. It has actually taken off more time than it has landed. How can that be? To explain, we have to go back to 1974, when Richard Nixon was forced to resign because of the Watergate scandal and hand power over to Gerald Ford. When the transfer of power took place, Nixon was already in the air aboard Air Force One. Here’s where it gets tricky. Whatever plane the President is on becomes Air Force One. That means that when Nixon boarded the plane as president, it took off as Air Force One. However, the moment Ford was sworn in as President and Nixon was no longer in charge, Nixon’s plane's call sign changed. That meant that while it took off as Air Force One, it landed as SAM 27000. That’s how Air Force One has taken off more times than it has landed.

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Stench Gas: The Early Warning System For Underground Operations

Stench gas is a widely used and reliable warning device used in mines and other underground operations where audible alarms may not be heard. The gas can be quickly dispersed through an air ventilation system into underground and confined spaces. The strong pungent odor leaves even non-sensitive noses with no doubt of the urgency to evacuate. Stench gas is commonly used in conjunction with other fire detection systems, such as heat sensors and smoke detectors. Stench gas provides a 30-minute early warning in the event of a fire, and early fire detection is crucial in mines and other underground operations where fires can spread even faster. The stench gas system gives workers time to evacuate safely and take steps to extinguish the fire.

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Why McDonalds Coffee Cups Say "Do Not Microwave”

You decide to swing through McDonald’s drive-thru to grab a cup of coffee to drink on your morning commute. You get to work and still have a half a cup left, but it’s cooled down quite a bit. What do you do? The cup says “DO NOT MICROWAVE.” Why? The obvious answer is that even though they can keep coffee hot for a short period of time, they aren’t microwave-safe. That’s because the paper cups may potentially crack, smoke, or catch fire if exposed to high heat inside the microwave. While you may never have noticed it, those paper cups are actually lined with a thin coating of wax, and the higher the temperature, the greater likelihood that the cup will melt if it’s placed in a microwave. If the wax melts, it could contaminate the coffee and pose a health risk for you. If you need to reheat your coffee, transfer it to a microwave safe cup first. If that’s not an option and you have no other choice but to reheat the coffee in the McDonald’s cup, heat it in the microwave for no more than 20 seconds.

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Nutritionists Warn of 3 New Year’s Diets That Are Not Only Dangerous But Will Make You Fatter

’Tis the season for a “New Year, New Me.” Whether it’s buying a gym membership or embarking on a diet, millions of Americans start off the new year with the resolution to lose weight. Now, as the nation’s health kick begins, experts are urging dieters to avoid three popular diets at all cost. First, the celebrity-backed juice cleanse could leave you with severe nutrient deficiencies. This diet involves only consuming juices made from fruits and vegetables. Second, cutting carbs could increase your risk of cancer. Eliminating carbs cuts out foods with vital nutrients and increases bad cholesterol levels, which could lead to a risk of cancer and heart disease. A low-carb diet is no more effective for weight loss than a low-fat diet. Third, going up and down on the scales will make you fatter in the end. The pattern — otherwise known as yo-yo dieting — is highly criticized as a health hazard that leads to fluctuating levels of insulin, which is necessary to maintain blood sugar. Quick weight loss involves cutting entire food groups, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies and lasting health issues. Now you’re probably wondering what a healthy diet really looks like. There’s simply no way around it: 

• • Eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables a day (frozen, dried and canned fruits and vegetables count). 
• • Eat 30 grams of fiber a day. 
• • Have some dairy or dairy alternatives, but choose lower fat and lower sugar options. 
• • Eat protein every day — 45 grams for women, 55 grams for men. 
• • Limit saturated fat — 20 grams for women, 30 grams for men. 
• • Drink 6-8 cups of water a day. 
• • Limit salt intake to 6 grams a day (1 teaspoon).

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