What Happened In 2017?

2017 was a bit of a shock to the system for many people. In the US, it was Donald Trump’s first year in charge of the Presidency – and elsewhere in the world, tensions ran high as a result of continued terrorist threats and attacks, with ISIS claiming many of the horrifying attacks taking place …

9 Lethal Facts About Leon Trotsky

If you know anything about the history of communism and the Russian Revolution, then you’ve probably heard of Leon Trotsky. Best known for being Vladimir Lenin’s right-hand man during the rise of the Bolsheviks and the overthrow of Tsarism in Russia, Trotsky would eventually come up against the might of Josef Stalin – but there’s …

What Happened in 2018?

2018 was a year as dramatic as any other – politically speaking, both the UK and the US saw major shifts on either side of the Atlantic. However, 2018 was also a year where we all learned a little more about the importance of data safety, and big changes swept Ukraine, Cuba, and South Africa. …

What Happened In 2019?

2019 was one heck of a year! From big political changes to famous criminals caught, multiple big celebrity births, and tragic losses. But, it was also a year for important improvements and developments that changed the world forever. We were one year away from the chaos of COVID-19 – making this the final year before …

9 Delightful Facts about Davy Crockett

Davy Crockett is nothing short of an American icon. However, unlike many legends, Crockett was very real indeed! You may have watched his stories on TV before – or, you might simply recognise the name from tales of yore. However, there’s plenty to the frontiersman that might just surprise you. And, that’s what we’re here …

What Happened in 2020?

What didn’t happen in 2020? 2020 is a year that, for most of us, probably lives on in infamy. Due to a global pandemic, we were all shut away for months, plans were cancelled, big events were rescheduled, and many of us were separated and feared for our loved ones. But, just as every year …

On This Day – December 31st

We’ve made it. It’s the last day of the year, and a time for reminiscing, planning, celebration, and lots of champagne! But, it is important to know that December 31st is about more than just an end to a year. Here are some of the most interesting things to have ever taken place on December …

What Happened In 2023?

2023 was a dramatic year on many fronts. It was the year that artificial intelligence opened our eyes to a whole new world of creativity – while being a little scary with it! It was also a devastating year for conflict, with Russia and Ukraine still at war, and with the Israel-Palestine conflict worsening by …

On This Day – December 30th

We’re officially reaching the end of the year, and there is just one more day before yet another day of festivities. So, don’t waste this day! Kick back, relax, and learn more about what makes today so special. Here are some of the most fascinating things to know about December 30th.

What’s Happening in 2024?

2024 is just around the corner, which means millions of us are already looking forward to what’s coming up across the next 12 months. 2023 is going to take some beating as far as technological evolution and shocking moments are concerned – and while we don’t have a crystal ball here at Fact City, here …

On This Day – December 29th

December 29th may seem like just another day in the office, or waiting for New Year’s to come, but it is definitely not a date to be left behind! Here are some of the most interesting things about December 29th.

On This Day – December 28th

As dates go, December 28th tends to be pretty overlooked. It’s just after Christmas, right before New Year’s Eve, and tends to be a day we all start getting back to normal before the next big festivity. For many of us, it’s a bit of a lull! However, as you will soon learn, December 28th …

On This Day – December 27th

Now that the hectic times of Christmas have passed, the chances are that you are already planning your New Year’s festivities, and are counting down the days until the 31st. But, before you move too quickly, don’t let these all-important days slip by! Here are some of the most interesting things about December 27th.

On This Day – December 26th

It’s the day after Christmas, so chances are that you woke up still full from the day before, maybe a bit hungover, and probably ready to go back to sleep! But, before you do, maybe take the time to consider why today is not a day to be skipped! Here are some of the most …

On This Day – December 25th

Christmas is here! Hopefully this morning you woke up to a tree-bottom full of presents, warm cocoa, and loved ones. And, as important as this special day is to many of us, we think it’s important to know some of the many other things that make December 25th so special! Here are some things we …