When connected, they form a rudimentary wheel-and-axle mechanism that can spin fibers like wool or flax into yarn more ...

A collection of perforated pebbles from an archaeological site in Israel may be spindle whorls, representing a key milestone ...

After testing out replicas of the ancient devices, the authors of a new study suggest that they were functional spindle ...

A fixture within the anchorages called a strand shoe was used to secure the "dead wire" while a spinning wheel, or sheave, pulled a "live wire" across the bridge. Once it reached the opposite ...

The 2nd annual Omaha Mini Maker Faire wasn’t our first rodeo, but it was nonetheless a bit surprising . Before we even made it inside to pay our admission to the Omaha Children’s Museum, I ...

The wheel was likely invented around 6,000 years ago, but a new analysis of curious rocks from Israel suggests that ...

Harrison, despite his strong serve and forehand, was left spinning his wheels at the back of the court. Harrison once made winning Grand Slams his goal, but if we’ve learned anything about him ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Every third Friday of the month, from March through October, ‘til Midnight at the Nasher presents live music, film screenings, a special menu and bar services. This event ...

And in terms of extra spin, what better way to do it,than to use ice for the wheels. [Sam Barker] started by breaking down an old used BMX bike. A front-wheel hub motor wasn’t available so he ...

BAFTA award-winning Michael McIntyre hosts the exciting Saturday-night game show packed with huge stars, big laughs and a colossal spinning wheel! The game couldn’t be simpler: Three contestants ...

In the pantheon of unforgettable Wheel of Fortune outtakes, a moment from an episode this past May definitely rises to the top: A contestant by the name of Tavaris Williams made the baffling ...