History

marco polo
21 Dec

8 Masterful Facts About Marco Polo

Marco… Polo! If you’ve spent any time in a swimming pool as a kid, there’s a chance you’ve played the popular hide and seek game named after this famous Venetian adventurer. However, there’s much more to Marco Polo than splashing about – he was one of the most-traveled people of all time, helping to uncover …
Colorful display of fireworks
20 Dec

On This Day – December 20th

We’ve finally hit the December 20s! And, you know what that means. The festivities are officially in the air, and we’re all just counting down the days to big dinners, festive music, and ugly sweaters. But, don’t look too quickly to the holidays, and consider all of the other things that make December special. For …
Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics
20 Dec

What Happened in 2021?

2021 wasn’t an easy year for many of us! As many of us were still adjusting to the “new normal” of the global pandemic, the world was just beginning to return to normal. Big events that had been rescheduled were finally taking place, new vaccines and boosters were being given to the masses, and political …
a mossy forest floor
19 Dec

On This Day – December 19th

By December 19th, we’re usually all ready to leave the office or school, head home, curl up in a warm blanket with some cocoa, and relax. And, we think you absolutely should! And, to help you relax, we have created a short list of everything that makes December 19th so special!
quran arabic
18 Dec

On This Day – December 18th

It’s December 18th, and trust us, we know – there’s still so much to do before the holidays! It’s only one week until Christmas, family gatherings, and pretty much a chaos of red, green, and gold. But, that does not mean that all days other than Christmas should be disregarded! Each day has significance, and …
heart transplant
17 Dec

On This Day – December 17th

It’s December 17th, which means that holidays are fast approaching, and whatever you celebrate or don’t, you know some well-earned time off is on the way! But, before you get too swept up in upcoming plans, take the time to appreciate just how important today is. Here are some of the most fascinating things about …
Facts about Asia
16 Dec

On This Day – December 16th

We’re officially halfway through the month, and getting close to the end of the year. This usually makes us all start to think of the things we have left to do, haven’t done, and should probably be doing before the year ends. But, give yourself a break for a moment, and consider all of the …
International Tea Day
15 Dec

On This Day – December 15th

It can’t already be December 15th, surely! How the month is flying by! So, let’s make time slow down a little and focus on the day today, rather than upcoming events! Here are some of the most interesting things to know about December 15th.
genghis khan header
14 Dec

11 Great Facts about Genghis Khan

Genghis Khan is one of the most infamous names of all time, and with good reason. Known for being a domineering, cruel, and downright terrifying warrior, his legacy was one of horror and pain. But how much do you actually know about the once very powerful man? Here are some gruesome but still fairly fun …
Roald Amundsen reaches the South Pole
14 Dec

On This Day – December 14th

By December 14th, we’re all usually ready for the festivities to begin, and work and school to end! But, that time hasn’t quite arrived yet. Don’t blame today though! December 14th remains a wonderful day with a lot of history, cultural significance, and important birthdays. For example,…
What happened on this day December 13th
13 Dec

On This Day – December 13th

It’s beginning to look a lot like… the perfect day to learn some facts! But, in the spirit of the holiday season, let’s focus on December. In fact, let’s focus on this very day! Here are some of the most important things to know about December 13th.
chuck norris
12 Dec

12 Classic Facts About Chuck Norris

Did you know that Chuck Norris uses parachutes now because the last time he didn’t, the dinosaurs went extinct? And, that he can dribble a bowling ball? Ok – Chuck Norris “facts” are, for the most part, jokes! However, beyond the memes, Norris is a high-kicking martial arts master who warrants a serious facts page …
World Peace sign
12 Dec

On This Day – December 12th

It’s December 12th, which means that there are less than two weeks away from Christmas, and other December holidays are already well underway! We can practically hear the holiday panic through the screen! But, for now, sit back, relax, and focus on today alone, and all that December 12th brings.
Kyrgyzstan Mountains
11 Dec

On This Day – December 11th

It’s December 11th, and the holiday season is well underway! And, due to the holidays and all the cheer and chaos they bring, we tend to forget about the days leading up to them. So, we encourage you to take some time today to focus on what makes this day so very special. Here are …
whale teeth
10 Dec

On This Day – December 10th

Yes, we have officially reached double digits in the December days, and we can practically feel you panicking through the screen! Don’t worry, there is still plenty of time to get everything sorted for the holidays! In fact, you have so much time, we would like you to take the next few minutes to take …
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