History

Cold War Facts
11 Jan

12 Chilly Facts about The Cold War

The effects of the Cold War between east and west still ripple on to this day. This decades-long feud was more than just warfare – it was a chilly stalemate that changed international relations for good. Here are some interesting facts about the Cold War to help clue you in. 1. What was the Cold …
National Step in a Puddle Day
11 Jan

On This Day – January 11th

Although you may not be able to think of anything particularly ground-breaking from January 11th (unless it’s your own birthday) it is indeed a very important day! It marks Earhart’s first flight, some famous sporting birthdays, and everyone’s favourite weather feature… the puddle. Here’s some fun facts about January 11th!
National Houseplant Appreciation Day
10 Jan

On This Day – January 10th

We’re just over a week into the New Year – and January 10th brings with it a host of fascinating historical tidbits that may just surprise you. It’s a great day for looking after plants, and it’s also a big date for tea lovers to remember. All will be revealed, in our complete guide to …
Facts about Prince Philip
10 Jan

10 Perfect Facts About Prince Philip

Known for being married to Queen Elizabeth II, father and grandfather to the current British royals, and for having a cheeky sense of humour, this prince definitely left his mark on the world. Sadly passing away during the global pandemic, Prince Philip was an icon of the British Royal Family – but how much knowledge …
National Apricot Day - January 9th
9 Jan

On This Day – January 9th

January 9th – a birthday for millions of people, of course – but it’s also a great day to celebrate static electricity and apricots, of all things! Let’s dive deep into some historic events that took place on January 9th, and which famous people were born just after New Year.
National Joygerm Day - January 8th
8 Jan

On This Day – January 8th

January 8th may not sound like a national day to remember, but there’s plenty of events that unfolded in history on this date – and it’s even National Bubble Bath Day, so why not crack out the suds? Here’s some fun facts and figures about January 8th that may well shock and surprise you…
January 7th - On this day
7 Jan

On This Day – January 7th

There’s already been a whole week of the new year, how time flies! From a solar system shattering discovery, to the first international radio distress signal, January 7th has left many marks throughout the course of history. You don’t need to look far, we’ve found the most interesting facts about January 7th.
National Cuddle Day - January 6th
6 Jan

On This Day – January 6th

There’s so much to remember about January 6th – where do we begin? It’s one of the most notable days in recent history thanks to the infamous attack on the US Capitol in Washington DC in 2021, but looking further back there’s much to learn. Below are some of the most memorable facts about January …
gates to chernobyl, ukraine
6 Jan

10 Shocking Facts about The Chernobyl Disaster

The Chernobyl disaster was a horrific nuclear power event that led to several deaths and local poisoning that lingers to this day. Many people are aware of the accident thanks to the TV mini-series that aired a few years ago – but it’s always a good idea to learn more about the facts behind the …
X-ray
5 Jan

On This Day – January 5th

The year may have gotten off to a slowish start, but there’s 360 days left to go! Throughout history, January 5th has seen the birth of litreary classics, the raising of some massive monuments – and perhaps more oddly – it’s the one day of the year you can eat all the whipped cream you …
Queen Elizabeth 2
5 Jan

14 Regal Facts About Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II was, and remains to this day, one of the most famous people in the world! All over the world, people know her name, her face, and even a few fun facts about the great lady herself. But, as you can imagine, with such a long life lived and decades of service, there …
Driverless vehicles
4 Jan

On This Day – January 4th

Despite Christmas having been and gone, January 4th is always going to be a day to remember! Whether for the first trip to the Moon, a day for eating nothing but spaghetti, or when people first started to groove with four wheels on each foot – here are some of the most exciting reasons to …
Chocolate covered cherries
3 Jan

On This Day – January 3rd

It’s January 3rd – which means there’s 362 days left in the year! But this isn’t any ordinary day – from the birth of the man who created Middle-Earth to the first time Leonardo Da Vinci tried to fly, there are plenty more fun facts about January 3rd you’ll want to tuck into.
National cream puff day - January 2nd
2 Jan

On This Day – January 2nd

January 2nd is the second day of the year in the Gregorian calendar – which means the new year is still fairly new! But do you know how exciting January 2nd has been throughout history? From the first detailed photograph of the Moon to National Science fiction day in the US, read on for some …
Walt Disney
2 Jan

13 Wonderous Facts about Walt Disney

Who hasn’t heard of Walt Disney? The world-famous artist and animator set up his studio in the 1920s, facing all kinds of hurdles and obstacles on his way to global success. Today, many years after his passing, the name Disney is synonymous with fantastic animated movies and wonderful theme parks. Here are some fun facts …