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24 Nov
10 Victorious Facts About Virginia Woolf
Virginia Woolf remains perhaps one of the most-read and most important authors of all time. Her famous novels have made their way to the big screen on multiple occasions, and what’s more, many people have referred to her as a woman ahead of her time! Sadly, her life behind the books was fraught with tragedy …
26 Oct
21 Brilliant Facts About Barack Obama
After Bush Jr, and before Trump, there was President Obama. Each US President brings in big changes from one administration to the next – and Barack Obama was well-known for making sweeping changes to US society which, for the most part, were reasonably popular! Of course, all presidents have their critics – though Obama, the …
8 Oct
21 Heroic Facts About Superman
Look! Up in the sky! It’s a bird, it’s a plane! It’s Superman! We all know and love the iconic comic book superhero, Superman – ‘The Man of Steel’. What’s not to love? He’s got amazing powers that he uses to help those in need, believing in truth and justice for all. For decades these …
7 Oct
24 Explosive Facts About Guy Fawkes
We’re all well aware of the plot element in the film V for Vendetta and the use of Guy Fawkes’ masks. After the film, the Guy Fawkes’ masks have become a universally known symbol of protest used among various groups. The masks both conceal the identity of the protestants and demonstrate their commitment to a …
16 Sep
10 Confidential Facts About Cleopatra
Queen Cleopatra is likely to be one of the most famous and most powerful women in all of history. It’s unlikely you will do much reading on ancient Egypt without coming across her name once or twice! Her fascinating story is the stuff of legend – however, Cleopatra certainly existed, and we’ve been able to …
11 Sep
11 Regal Facts About King Solomon
King Solomon is one of the most famous men of the ancient world, but just how much do you know about him today? Let’s take a whistle-stop tour of some of the most amazing facts about him so that you can impress just about anyone with your newfound knowledge. 1. King Solomon was a builder. …
10 Sep
18 Eyebrow-Raising Facts About Pablo Escobar
Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria – “El Patron” also known as the “King of cocaine” was hated and adored at the same time. According to Forbes magazine, he was one of the 10 richest men in the world. Who knows how that list would look like if he could add all the hidden money? He was …
30 Jul
12 Great Facts About Vincent Van Gogh
We all know Van Gogh cut off his ear, but what else did the great man get up to during his lifetime? Let’s take a look at some truly amazing things he did, some little known facts you won’t find anywhere else, and a few other incredible facts along the way. 1. Van Gogh’s name …
28 Jul
25 Fun Facts About Men!
There are plenty of facts and figures that separate men and women – but how many of them are actually true? In this fact file, we’re going to break down all kinds of stats and surprising study findings to help get to the bottom of what really sets the genders apart. Did you know that …
14 Jul
36 Glorious Facts About Gandhi
Admired for his nonviolent viewpoint of passive confrontation, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was known to his many followers as Mahatma, the Sanskrit word for “the great-souled one.” He began his activism in South Africa in the early 1900s, and in the years after World War I, became the prominent figure in India’s struggle for independence. Well-known for his …
11 Jul
23 Accurate Facts About The JFK Assassination
When we think about John F Kennedy (JFK) it’s only fair to start with one of his famous quotes: “Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try”. Fifty six years after his assassination people still remember him as a gifted orator, a peacemaker, a fighter for social justice who inspired hope. He remains one of …
8 Jul
36 Interesting Facts About Women!
Mysterious, intelligent and intriguing – women are truly amazing! They’ve changed the course of history in many ways, leaving their mark through bravery, activism, inventions, science, poetry, litreature and so much more. From raising children to being loyal friends, companions, and the life of the party, women unselfishly share their emotions sometimes going all the …
22 Jun
14 Interesting Facts About King David
There’s still such an air of mystery surrounding King David. That is, until now. Here’s more than a dozen interesting facts about King David that will ensure you never look at history in quite the same way again! 1. Who was King David? He was Israel’s second king and established Jerusalem as his capital. 2. …
19 Jun