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14 Gripping Facts About GPS
Do you ever stop and think how amazing it is that your mobile phone can tell you exactly where you are in the world? You will after you’ve read these 14 fun facts about GPS… 1. What does GPS even mean? GPS is an acronym and stands for Global Positioning System. However, some people say …
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15 Wild Facts About Water Skiing
Have you ever been water skiing before? Many people will tell you it’s the most fun you can have hanging off a boat – you’ll never know if you like it until you try it! Here are some intriguing facts about the water sport to entice you to give it a go. 1. Water skiing …
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Sep
21 Gorgeous Facts About Grenada
Nestled in the eastern Caribbean, Grenada is a small island country known for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant culture. With a population of just over 125,000 people, Grenada is one of the smallest independent countries in the western hemisphere. Despite its size, Grenada has a rich and complex history, having been inhabited by …
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16 Sweet Facts About Alabama
Many people outside the US will likely know the state of Alabama best from a certain Lynyrd Skynyrd song – you know the one! However, it’s one of the most fascinating states in the whole of the country for plenty of other reasons. One of the staple states of the south, chances are there are …
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Sep
11 Enticing Facts About Ancient Egypt
We’ve all seen the Pyramids, heard about the Sphinx and read about the mummies, but what do you find when you scratch beneath the surface? You’re about to find out with these 11 fun facts about Ancient Egypt you won’t have learned at school… 1. Ancient Egyptians cared deeply about looking good! Makeup was popular …
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15 Happy Facts About Hungary
Do you know someone who lives in this wonderful country or are you looking to move here? Impress your friends with your wealth of local knowledge with these 15 fun facts about Hungary! 1. Where is Hungary? Hungary is a small landlocked country in Central Europe. It is bordered by Austria to the northwest, Slovakia …
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11 Sensational Facts About Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are some of the most majestic living things to ever grace our oceans. But how much do we actually know about these graceful creatures? They are some of the most closely-preserved animals on the planet, and are truly fascinating in their behavior – here’s some fascinating facts about sea turtles to help clue …
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29 Sensational Facts About Seychelles
Seychelles is one of the most stunning tropical island countries in the world. A haven of white sandy beaches, clear waters filled with marine life, lush rainforests, and an entire world of history and culture. No wonder the islands are a famous honeymoon destination, it’s a true paradise on Earth! So, whether you’re newlyweds or …
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Aug
19 Disturbing Facts About The Dark Web
While the internet is largely a force for good – for sharing information and bringing people together – there are always sides to it which are going to carry more than a few scurrilous purposes. The dark web, or deep web, is the ‘deep end’ of the internet. Usually inaccessible through standard web browsers, the …
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Aug
17 Marvellous Facts About Magpies
Magpies are beautiful, intelligent, curious birds, and protective of their territory. But is that everything? There are many rumors and superstitions regarding magpies. For hundreds of years, people were so fearful of magpies in Europe that they were very nearly hunted to extinction. Luckily, before this happened Christianity spread that magpies were associated with good …
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