Did the Santa Fe Trail go through Kansas?
Yes. About two-thirds of the Santa Fe Trail’s roughly 750 miles lay in Kansas, and more than 130 trail-related sites remain along the Kansas portion.
What is California’s Proposition 40 billionaire tax?
Proposition 40 would levy a one-time 5% tax on the net worth of California billionaires who lived in the state on January 1, 2026, to raise about $100 billion for health care.
Did Khrushchev go to Disneyland?
No. Khrushchev was kept out of Disneyland on September 19, 1959, after Los Angeles police said they could not assure his security there, and he complained about it publicly.
Can you contribute to both a 401(k) and an IRA?
Yes. You can contribute to both a 401(k) and an IRA in the same year. For 2026 the limits are $24,500 for a 401(k) and $7,500 for an IRA, though workplace coverage can limit the traditional IRA deduction.
When does open enrollment start for 2027 health insurance?
Open Enrollment for 2027 Marketplace health insurance starts November 1, 2026, and ends January 15, 2027. Enroll by December 15 for coverage starting January 1.
How far in advance can El Niño be predicted?
El Niño is usually forecast reliably about six months ahead, but a study of 7,500 forecasts found predictions started during La Niña hold up a full year out.
Can you put cast iron in the dishwasher?
No. Lodge says bare cast iron should be washed by hand, because a dishwasher strips the seasoning and likely causes rust.
Are birds more afraid of women than men?
City birds in five European countries let men get about one meter closer than women before flying off, across 37 species, and scientists don’t yet know why.
Is en passant mandatory?
No. En passant is optional under the FIDE Laws of Chess, but it must be played if it is the only legal move or if touch-move applies.
Why did Glasgow museums remove mummies from display?
Kelvingrove and The Hunterian took Egyptian mummies out of view in October 2026, citing a lack of consent and new museum ethics guidance on human remains.