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3 Dec

On This Day – December 3rd

By December 3rd, holiday music is usually thumping out everywhere, town lights are all up, and people tend to feel a bit jollier! But, December isn’t all about holiday cheer. Here are some of the most important things to have taken place on this December day, December 3rd.
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2 Dec

On This Day – December 2nd

By now, we fully expect that you’ve got the advent calendars out, and are counting down the days to your favourite time of year! But, before we get too ahead of ourselves, let’s take a moment to appreciate all that every day of December brings. For example, here are some of the most interesting things …
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1 Dec

10 Revealing Facts about the Rosetta Stone

We have all heard about Rosetta Stone and maybe even how useful it is for us to learn languages! But, before all that, the Rosetta Stone was one of the most useful and famous artifacts in the world. Here are some fun facts about the Rosetta Stone. 1. It was a deciphering tool. The Rosetta …
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1 Dec

On This Day – December 1st

For many of us, December 1st marks the beginning of the jolliest month of the year! It’s all about twinkling lights, presents, family time, and great meals. But, for many others throughout history, December 1st has had a very different and all too important meaning. Here are some of the most important things to know …
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30 Nov

10 Astonishing Facts about Amun, Egyptian God of the Air

Egyptian mythology is seemingly endless – teeming with fantastic deities and tales that people still follow to this day. One of the most important gods to arise from Egyptian legend is that of Amun, otherwise known as the god of the air. He was worshiped nationally across Egypt – making him one of the most …
The Mask of Agamemnon
30 Nov

On This Day – November 30th

It’s the last day of the month, and we are all ready to start December! However, before we say goodbye to November, it’s important to honour all the things that make its last day so special. For example, here are some of the most interesting things about November 30th – and we share some famous …
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29 Nov

9 Guiding Facts about Anubis, the Egyptian God

Of all the gods and goddesses in Egyptian lore, Anubis is perhaps one of the most recognizable. He had a pivotal role in helping mortal souls transfer to the land of the dead – and as such, was revered for being extremely powerful and influential. But how much do you really know about the god …
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29 Nov

On This Day – November 29th

The 29th of November is nothing short of extraordinary. We know it does not get the recognition it deserves, so, to help alter that, here are some of the most important things you should know about today! If you’re celebrating an occasion of your own today, consider this an extra treat – we’ve also brought …
The Planet Mars
28 Nov

On This Day – November 28th

November 28th doesn’t seem like that big a deal unless you’re celebrating it for personal reasons. That said, there are actually plenty of great excuses to mark the occasion – and in this guide, we’ve brought together some historical facts, some famous birthdays, and a quick introduction to the star sign of the day. Let’s …
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27 Nov

On This Day – November 27th

November can be a draining month for many of us. For many people living in the upper hemisphere, it’s a month with no school holidays, shorter days, and darker weather. But it is also a wonderful month full of interesting events and historical moments. For example, here are some of the most interesting things about …
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26 Nov

On This Day – November 26th

November 26th – just another day, right? Well, we’re smack-bang in the middle of the holiday season in the US, but if you live elsewhere and you’re looking for something to mark the day with, we have you covered. Let’s take a look at some fun facts about November 26th and run through a few …
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25 Nov

On This Day – November 25th

November 25th is here already, which means we’re right at the edge of the holiday season! December is just around the corner, and for many of us in the upper hemisphere, the nights will be getting colder. However, there’s lots to learn about this otherwise mysterious month. We’ve rounded up some of the most fascinating …
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24 Nov

On This Day – November 24th

We are officially in the last week of November, and many of us are ready to kick off December! But, before we say goodbye to this month, here are a few things you should know about November 24th. As it happens – probably unsurprisingly – it’s a day full of all kinds of interesting facts …
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23 Nov

9 Thrilling Facts About Michael Jackson

The late Michael Jackson – the King of Pop – was one of the most famous people of all time, let alone musicians. His hits, including “Thriller,” “Beat It,” and “Billie Jean” remain some of the most-played songs on Western radio to this day. However, his life was touched by controversy – and despite his …
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23 Nov

On This Day – November 23rd

November 23rd isn’t just another dark November day! In fact, it is an incredibly important date to people all over the world – it might well be a special day for you for personal reasons – in which case, take a load off and celebrate your big day by clueing yourself in on these surprising …
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