The 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) recently took place in Las Vegas. In case you’re unfamiliar with it, this electronics bonanza showcases the newest tech including new concept cars, phones, tablets, kitchen appliances, robots, home entertainment systems, and...

Have you ever wondered where wizards and witches in the world of Harry Potter used the bathroom before modern plumbing? Us neither. Despite our lack of interest in the subject, J.K. Rowling has answered it for us anyway via Pottermore.com. The Pottermore Twitter page...

In a recent article from a small-town New England publication, the writer warned of illegal activity that had been taking place in Queen Anne’s County, MD. Was it theft, violence or possibly gang related? No, but this illegal activity takes place all over the country,...

When you think about architectural wonders, you think about skyscrapers and churches and pieces of art, right? You don’t generally think about things below ground because that’s usually thought to be just for the foundation for above ground structures. However, a...

As we’ve discussed in this blog before, the history of plumbing is fascinating. Whether it is the ancient plumbing systems of the Romans or even the more recent technological advancements, plumbing continues to advance and innovate. Sometimes it is fun to see just how...

With the World Cup coming to an end this last Sunday, toilets everywhere can (figuratively) breathe a collective sigh of relief. According to an article in The Japan Times, Japan’s 2-1 defeat of Columbia on 6/19 had potential to cause a major plumbing disaster. As any...

Have you ever cooked bacon on a skillet and had all the fat run off? What did you do with it? If you’re like many people, you poured it down the drain. Wash it down with some water and it’s all good, right? Unfortunately, after years of doing this, it is not “all...