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March hare
10 Jan

14 Mad Facts About March

March is a big month in the Western calendar – it largely marks the end of winter and the start of spring! It’s also when Easter starts to emerge, and when we can all look forward to milder days and less time spent indoors. Here are some fun facts about March to help ring in …
facts about baghdad
10 Jan

28 Brave Facts About Baghdad

Despite the conflicts and controversies, Baghdad remains a city with incredible history and plenty of interesting sights. It has sadly taken up much of the news in the past 20 to 30 years as a result of military action, however, it is still a hugely important city for Iraq. Here are some fun facts about …
facts about search engine optimisation
9 Jan

24 Helpful Facts About SEO

SEO, or search engine optimization, is often referred to as the lifeblood of the internet. But what does that actually mean? Crucially, it means that SEO makes the web go round. Without the help of search engines, there is only ever going to be so much that your website can do. You could have flashy …
Charles Darwin
8 Jan

11 Charming Facts About Charles Darwin

Charles Darwin is known globally as a pioneer of naturalist studies. His books are still studied today and his theories have withstood the test of time and critical analysis! He was born over 200 years ago yet remains one of the most prominent figures in naturalism and evolutionary study. Here’s some interesting and fun facts …
nutrition facts about Shrimp
8 Jan

9 Sensational Facts About Shrimp Nutrition

Shrimp is one of the most common types of shellfish consumed all around the world. They’re nutritious and rich in protein, but their cholesterol content has been called into question many times. Here are some fun facts about shrimps and their nutrition which may clear any doubts you have… 1. What’s the damage? 85 grams …
facts abut tour de france
7 Jan

13 Enduring Facts About Le Tour De France

The Tour de France is a world-famous endurance and speed race held annually. It involves a 23-day tour through different countries but always involving and ending in France. Covering approximately 2,200 miles, It is the longest cycle race in the world! Here are some fun facts about the Tour de France to help clue you …
facts about chicken wings
7 Jan

8 Fun Facts About Chicken Wings’ Nutrition

It’s hard to believe that there was a point in time where there were no chicken wings on any menus around the world, but this was, unfortunately, the case before 1964. Although you may love chicken wings, you may not be completely aware of the nutritional aspect of them. Here are some fun facts about …
facts about mice
6 Jan

13 Mighty Facts About Mice

Mice have an interesting reputation. While they may not be as reviled as rats, on the whole, they do still cause a fair amount of home damage if you let them! They have a propensity for nibbling through just about everything. That being said, they are also well-loved as pets, and of course, some of …
Facts about prohibition
5 Jan

19 Precluding Facts About Prohibition

Can you imagine a world without alcohol today? While still controversial, and still arguably responsible for many of the world’s problems, the period during which the US went without booze is regarded as one of their darkest, certainly in terms of their economy, as well as in terms of crime rates. For 13 years, America …
the new home
5 Jan

9 Interesting Facts About Mortgages

Ok – mortgages might not be amongst some of the most fascinating topics out there, but they are an essential part of millions of daily lives. In fact, signing up for a mortgage is likely to be one of the biggest and most important parts of your modern life. Not everyone takes on a mortgage, …
interesting facts about tortoises
4 Jan

15 Slow And Steady Facts About Tortoises

Tortoises are fascinating animals with a distinctive appearance – and they are perhaps best known for being pretty slow movers! They are easy to care for as pets – great for beginners and kids alike! There’s more to these critters under their shells than they might let on, however – so let’s eye up some …
Magnet Fact
4 Jan

29 Magical Facts About Magnets

Any material capable of attracting iron-containing objects and creating a magnetic field outside itself is a magnet. By the end of the 19th century, it was discovered that all the known elements have some magnetic property. Magnets have become a big part of our everyday lives. They’re used to make a close-fitting seal on freezers’ …