It's hard (rock) to believe, but Edgar Winter turns 70 today. He's most famous for his song, "Frankenstein." Not many people know, but I wrote the words for that song. National Chocolate Candy Day -- Psychologist Dorothy Maples, of Detroit, says your personality is revealed by your choice of chocolate. Chocolate-Covered Nuts -- You're the mainstay of your family, always there to support your loved ones. And they know that you can be depended on to solve most any problem. Caramel Center -- You're the Peter Pan in your circle of loved ones -- beneath your adult shell beats the heart of a youngster. Your genuine enjoyment of everything life has to offer is contagious. Creme-Filled -- You take pride in an old-fashioned lifestyle that's a mirror of your parents values. Both pals and relatives gravitate to your home -- the warmth and laughter found there are irresistible. Dipped Fruit -- Some may see you as kooky, but you know the truth is that you're a gen...

It was on this date in 1788 that a second settlement was begun at what is now Cincinnati. That was back when WKRP was the name of a fort. Woodrow Wilson, our 28th president, was born on this date in 1865. Hey, he led our country through World War I... where's the day off? Chewing Gum is patented way, way back in 1869 by William Semple -- The boys at the patent office found the idea hard to swallow. Modern chewing gum was invented when "chicle," a latex sap much like rubber, was brought to the U.S. In 1870, the first flavored gum, Black Jack, was manufactured. William Wrigley Jr. was selling Spearmint and Juicy Fruit by 1893. Chiclets and gumballs came in the early 1900s -- and Walter Diemer invented Dubble Bubble bubble gum in 1928. After World War II, chemists learned how to make artificial gum bases to use instead of chicle.  A recent study shows a simple stick of gum can often fight heartburn just as well as over the counter medicines. Researchers at England's Ki...

In 1928 Louis Armstrong records "West End Blues." In 1937 Composer Maurice Ravel dies in Paris, France. In 1944 The musical "On the Town," with music by Leonard Bernstein and book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, opens on Broadway. In 1957 Ricky Nelson is featured on the cover of TV Guide. In 1959 "Why" by Frankie Avalon is #1 on the U.S. top 40 chart. In 1962 The Beatles perform one of their last concerts at the Star Club in Hamburg, Germany. In 1963 Bobby Vee ("The Night Has A Thousand Eyes") marries Karen Bergen. In 1968 The Miami Festival featuring Steppenwolf, 3 Dog Night, Chuck Berry, Fleetwood Mac, Turtles, Canned Heat and Joni Mitchell gets under way in Hallendale, FL. 100,000 people show-up at the 3-day event. In 1968 The Beatles' so-called "White Album" hits #1 on the U.S. albums chart and stayed there for 9 weeks (nonconsecutive). ...

In 1694 Queen Mary II of England dies after five years of joint rule with her husband, King William III. In 1832 John Calhoun becomes the first U.S. vice president to resign, stepping down after differences with Preisdent Andrew Jackson. In 1846 Iowa becomes the 29th U.S. state. In 1869 A patent for chewing gum is granted to William Findley Semple of Mount Vernon, Ohio. In 1902 Trans-Pacific cable links Hawaii to the mainland. In 1906 The NCAA is formed as the Intercollegiate Athletic Association. In 1908 80,000 die when a earthquake strikes Messina, Italy. In 1917 The New York Evening Mail publishes a fictitious essay by H.L. Mencken on the history of bathtubs in America. In 1939 The first B-24 bomber protype (Liberator) is test flown. In 1945 The Pledge of Allegiance is officially recognized by the U.S. Congress. In 1945 Author, Theodore Dreiser dies in Hollywood, California. In 1950 Chinese troop...

In 1763 John Molson, founder of a Montreal brewery In 1856 Woodrow Wilson, 28th U.S. president (1912-21) (Nobel-1919) In 1882 English astrophysicist, Arthur Eddington In 1882 Astronomer/physician, Sir Arthur Eddington In 1894 Football player, Ed Healey (Bears) In 1896 Composer, Roger Sessions In 1900 Basebll Hall-of-Famer, Ted Lyons (White Sox) [d: 7-25-86] In 1905 Comedian/actor, Cliff Arquette (Charlie Weaver) [d: 9-23-74] In 1905 Jazz pianist/bandleader, Earl "Fatha" Hines [d: 4-22-83] In 1906 Baseball player, Tommy Bridges (Tigers) [d: 4-19-68] In 1908 Actor, Lew Ayres (All Quiet On The Western Front) [d: 12-30-96] In 1909 Singer, Billy Williams (Your Show Of Shows) [d: 10-17-72] In 1913 Actor, Lou Jacobi (Irma La Douce, Arthur) [d: 10-23-09] In 1914 Actor, Lee Bowman (Ellery Queen, Miami Undercover) [d: 12-25-79] In 1915 Singer, Roebuck "Pops" Staple (The Staple Singers) [d: 12-19-00] In 1920 Football Hall-of-Famer,...

30% of car owners say they have no idea how to do this? Re-fill the windshield wiper fluid in their car.

It's no secret that the majority of people will take the hotel toiletries when they check out. What is surprising? 1 out of 5 people that do, pull them out when they have guests spend the night.  A study from the University of Toronto says that when people are interviewed in a brightly lit room they are more honest.  Moms are more likely than dads to admit they have a favorite child.  About 40% of office workers need help at work to change their password.  A poll of U.S. adults reveals that 14% of people say they play video games several times a week or more.