13 Apr
History
13 Apr
15 Interesting Facts About The Falklands War
Although now four decades ago, the Falklands War remains one of the most shocking and most polarising conflicts of the modern age. Arising as a result of ownership disputes between Argentina and the United Kingdom, the conflict took place as one of the key moments during Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher’s tenure in charge of Great …
6 Apr
12 Fun Facts About Concorde
Remembered by many as the most impressive and glamorous passenger aircraft ever built, here are some fun facts about Concorde: 1. Concorde was a UK-French connection. Concorde was designed and built by British and French engineers in the 1960s. 2. It has an appropriate name. Its name was chosen as the word ‘Concord’ means ‘Agreement’ …
3 Apr
13 Eggciting Facts About Easter
Easter is the holy Christian holiday celebrating Jesus Christ returning from the dead. Today, gifts of chocolate eggs are given to represent this. Here’s some egg-citing facts about Easter. 1. Easter eggs are old inventions! The UK’s first chocolate egg was made by Fry’s of Bristol in 1873. 2. Italy holds an egg record. The …
1 Apr
20 Amazing Facts About April
It’s time to greet April, the time of year when spring is sensed in the air, when the sky is bright and clear and the sunshine rays are warm and near! We start the month with laughter and fun, trying to fool everyone. But, the fun’s end isn’t even near, we’ve prepared 20 fun facts …
31 Mar
26 Brilliant James Bond Facts
James Bond has the honour of being the world’s most famous fictional spy. The James Bond franchise is one of the most successful the world has ever seen, having accumulated more than $7 billion in ticket sales. If you’re a fan, you’ll love these James Bond facts: 1. Bond’s journey to the big screen took …
30 Mar
14 Amazing Facts About The Greek God Apollo
Apollo is one of the most important gods of Greek mythology, known for his youthful, beardless and athletic figure. Here are some interesting facts about Apollo, the mythological Greek god. 1. Apollo had legendary parentage. The son of Leto and Zeus, Apollo was born on the island known as Delos. 2. Apollo and Artemis. Apollo has …
19 Mar
23 Weird And Wonderful Facts About The Human Body
How often do you actually think about your own body? We’re meant to look after ourselves better than we probably do. How well do you know your own body? Here are 23 interesting facts about the human body to tickle your brain. 1. Your feet are more complex than you think 25% of your bones are …
12 Mar
10 Interesting Facts About Martin Luther King Jr
Martin Luther King Jr is an enduring figure not only in American society, but worldwide. At a time of intense and unjust racial segregation in the US, King Jr was a figurehead for black civil rights. His empowering ‘I Have a Dream’ speech is regarded by millions as a tipping point for US society to …
2 Mar
14 Witty Facts About William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare is one of history’s most prominent playwrights. But, even with all the adaptations of his life that have been produced thus far, how much do you really know about him? Here are 14 fun facts about Shakespeare that might have escaped you: 1. The Bard’s birth is in dispute. It is believed that …
27 Jan
12 Facts About Pablo Picasso And His Art
Even those who don’t dabble in the arts know the name Pablo Picasso. After all, he is the founder of the cubism movement and one of the most famous painters in the world. Explore the colourful world of Pablo Picasso in these 12 facts about him. The early life of Pablo Picasso 1. Pablo Picasso’s …
26 Jan