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The latest facts from Fact City
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13 Brilliant Facts About British Airways
British Airways has been one of the single biggest names in commercial airlines for as long as many people can remember. The flagship service for air travel to and from the UK, the airline continues to ferry people all over the world, having merged with numerous leading names in air transport elsewhere over the years. …
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11 Gifted Facts About Boxing Day
Boxing Day is probably better known as the day after Christmas Day in many Western countries – or, if we’re going by the calendar, December 26th. This date is often very popular with many people who work in service industries, as it can mean an extra day off over the holidays! In any case, here’s …
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Dec
22 Awesome Facts About New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve is a pivotal point in the calendar for many people all over the world. An excuse to celebrate and let your hair down, it’s often celebrated with bottles of bubbly, fireworks displays, and songs to remember faraway people by. It’s generally one of the final celebrations of the Christmas period, too, leading …
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9 Nutrition Facts About Turkey Meat
It’s hard to imagine a holiday, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, without turkey. It’s an important food throughout certain times of the year. Whether you’re a dieter or just curious about what you’ve been eating, here are some fun facts about turkey nutrition… 1. Here’s the calorific breakdown. 85 grams of roasted turkey breast that …
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Dec
11 Loud Facts About Lightning
Lightning litreally brightens up the night sky! This burst of electricity can be dramatic and fascinating from a distance – but can be deadly if you are incredibly unlucky! Here are some fun facts about lightning that you may not be aware of. 1. Lightning strikes all over the world, all of the time. Annually …
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18 Zesty Facts About Zambia
Ever wanted to know more about Zambia? We’ve dug deep into some information about this landlocked country and have dug up some fun facts about Zambia that might just fascinate you. 1. What’s the capital of Zambia? The capital city of Zambia is Lusaka. The population of Lusaka is approximately 3.042 million people (2022), and …
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Dec
15 Priceless Facts About Elvis Presley
Uh-huh-huh! Elvis Presley – the King of Rock n’ Roll – was nothing short of a musical and cultural phenomenon. To this day, he’s still one of the most-impersonated stars on the planet, and his legacy lasts as long as his incredible chart-breaking records. Let’s look at some fun facts about Elvis Presley if you’re …
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14 Willowy Facts About The Wind
We’ve all felt the wind blow at one time or another – but how much do you actually know about this weather phenomenon? Do you know what causes the wind, or how you can measure it? Right here, we’ll take a look at some fun facts about the wind, and all the science behind it! …
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Dec
15 Fascinating Facts About Fidel Castro
Controversial in some quarters, effective in others, it is safe to say that Cuban leader Fidel Castro was nothing short of an ambitious and legendary figure – whether you supported him or opposed him. Here are some fun facts about Fidel Castro you may not be aware of! 1. When was Castro born? Fidel Castro …
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Dec
15 Marvellous Facts About Mayotte
Mayotte is a curious territory found down off an African coastline – and it’s actually known as a ‘department’ of France! An interesting name for an island nation – and the intrigue really doesn’t stop there! Here are some fun facts about Mayotte to really help clue you into what to expect. 1. Where on …
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