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The latest facts from Fact City
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Feb
11 Scintillating Facts About Scientology
Scientology is one of the most controversial religions in the world. Founded back in the 50s, it is also a relatively young organization – some of the world’s most famous celebrities are known for being part of the Scientology church, but what does that mean, and what do the people involved worship and follow? Here …
15
Feb
What Happened in 1987?
The year is 1987; there were bright colours everywhere, leg warmers, and dance music is starting to take over the charts. It was also a time of tension and concern, particularly as the Cold War between the US and the USSR reverberated. 1987 was a year worth remembering for plenty of different reasons – however, …
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Feb
12 Gritty Facts about Gophers
When we think of rodents, we all get certain images in our heads. Furry little creatures with small hands, big teeth, and long tails. And, to be fair, that perfectly describes gophers! These independent little creatures can be found all over the countryside and, believe it or not, play an important role in the ecology …
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Feb
What Happened in 1988?
1988 was a huge year for many of us, even for those of us who weren’t there! From important births of people who added wonder to our lives, and tragic celebrity losses – it’s a year that’s worth looking back on for many reasons. It’s also a year of massive societal and technological developments – …
13
Feb
10 Advanced Facts about Artificial Intelligence
Nowadays, we’re hearing more and more about artificial intelligence, otherwise known as AI, and how it’s helping to make life, work, and entertainment more efficient and manageable. There’s no doubt that AI has plenty of uses – but there are plenty of reasons to be cautious around the tech, too! Here are some super fun …
13
Feb
What Happened in 1989?
1989 is a pretty pivotal year for millions of us all over the world. It was the end of an era – the 80s, the decade that fashion arguably forgot – and it’s highly popular with fans of a certain musical sensation (hint: it’s Taylor Swift). However, there’s more than just music and fashion to …
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Feb
9 Leading Facts about the Illuminati
Sssh… have you heard of the Illuminati? We have all probably heard about conspiracy theories regarding this supposed secret group and their place in societies across the world today, and from long ago! However, it is important to remember that most of the information about the Illuminati is just that – conspiracy theories! Here are …
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Feb
10 Curious Facts about Cannibalism
Well, I hope you’re not eating anything, because this fact file is going to be a little… gross. In case you don’t know what cannibalism is, it is the act of one member of a species eating another member of the same species. It’s widely used to describe humans eating human flesh. As you can …
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Feb
11 Sonic Facts About The Speed of Sound
As kids, we all want to think that we can run at the speed of sound! Who hasn’t put on their fastest shoes and tried to break the sound barrier? If you haven’t tried it, you absolutely should. But what exactly does the speed of sound mean, and how does it work? Here are some …
7
Feb
11 Bold Facts about Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Putin is easily one of the most infamous people in the world. As the head of Russia, he has long made questionable decisions regarding the country, its policies, and its treatment of other nations. But how much do you know about the Russian President? Here are some bold and interesting facts about Vladimir Putin. …
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