31 May
History
4 Apr
15 Dynamic Facts About The Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama is a central figurehead in Buddhism – and one who is considered immensely influential across his home country of Tibet. The role of Dalai Lama is in itself highly fascinating! Let’s take a look at some fun facts about the Dalai Lama that might just surprise you. 1. A shortened moniker for …
1 Apr
10 Marvellous Facts about Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa was born in India – and at the tender age of just 12, decided to dedicate her life to the work of God, whose presence she said that she felt. During her eventful lifetime, her fame spread across the globe. Testament to her commitment to help the poor and sick, her charities continue …
28 Mar
12 Woeful (And Wonderful) Facts About Wednesday
Wednesday might not be everyone’s favourite day of the week – in fact, it sadly gets a bit forgotten! We’re often so focused on Fridays, weekends, and getting back to work on Mondays that the midweek days can blend into one. However, Wednesday is a curious feature of the week – and one that certainly …
19 Mar
12 Top Facts About Leo Tolstoy
Tolstoy is thought to be the most famous Russian author known outside of his homeland. His books have been read globally as well as being made into plays and films over decades! Critics, theorists, historians and romantics have read his work over many, many years – and his take on realistic fiction is regarded as …
12 Mar
10 Great Facts About The Gold Rush
The Gold Rush really happened – in 1848, gold was discovered upriver down near Sacramento – and the race for true gold began. How much do you know about this fascinating four frantic years in American history? Let’s take a look at some fun facts about the Gold Rush that you can really bite into. …
1 Mar
10 Wonderful Facts About The Wright Brothers
We’ve come a long way in aviation in a relatively short period since the first manned flight. Wilbur and Orville Wright were two ordinary brothers before they built the planet’s first powered and controllable aircraft – here are some fun facts about the Wright brothers. 1. Flight led their lives. Wilbur and Orville Wright were …
27 Feb
14 Fun Nutrition Facts about Fruit
We’ve all heard that we should be eating more fresh fruit and vegetables each day. After all, it’s natural to eat, well, naturally! However, some people worry that the natural sugars found in fruit may be offsetting to specific diets they may be on. We’re here to help dispel a few myths about fruit, as …
9 Feb
13 Magical Facts About May
May is the fifth month of the year in Julian and Gregorian calendars, has 31 days and is a month of spring. Here are some fun facts about May that you may not have known about… 1. Who is May named after? May is believed to have been named after the Greek goddess of fertility …
6 Feb
10 Marvellous Facts about Mothers Day
We should always take the time out to honour our mothers and grandmothers! However, there’s a special day each year when we do more than just say ‘thank you’ – Mother’s Day has grown from a traditional celebration over the years into an international standard. No matter how you celebrate it, here are some fun …
5 Feb
13 Good Facts About Saint George
St George is famously associated with England, a sword and shield, and all kinds of stories about dragons and slaying – as such, the tales of St George happen to be some of the most enduring tales of their time. But did you know that the patron saint is more than just a legendary figure? …
25 Jan
12 Funny Facts About Math
Love it or hate it, math is really fascinating when you really boil it down. Not everyone has a fantastic head for figures, however, that doesn’t mean you can’t appreciate some of the more bizarre coincidences and moments that pop up through simple equations and sums! Don’t worry – we’re not here to completely bamboozle …
22 Jan
14 Fun Facts About Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is an annual festival to celebrate romance, love, friendship and admiration. Here’s some fun facts about Valentine’s Day. 1. When did Valentine’s Day start? There’s many stories to where Valentine’s Day originated from, but one of the most popular stories dates back to 270 A.D during the reign of Roman Emperor Claudius II. …
20 Jan
15 Interesting Facts about WW2
Known as the Second Great War, World War II – or WW2 for short – is regarded as one of the most devastating conflicts of the past few centuries. It’s infamous for having started on the back of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party’s rise to power in Germany, their persecution and murder of Jewish …
15 Jan