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The latest facts from Fact City
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14 Superb Facts About July
For many people in the Northern Hemisphere, July is one of the hottest and sunniest months of the year and is likely to be when many people book their holidays and vacations! In the UK, it also marks the start of the always-popular six-week school holidays, which extend into August. July is also the midpoint …
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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. …
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Jun
14 Brilliant Facts About Berlin
Looking to increase your knowledge of Europe and better your chances of winning the next pub quiz? Then check out these 14 fun facts about Berlin… 1. Basic facts first. Berlin is the capital city of Germany. Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced Ber-linn. 2. How big is Berlin? …
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Jun
12 Menacing Facts About Malaria
Malaria is a serious disease, sometimes fatal, caused by a parasite that is spread via mosquitoes that have been infected with it. Here are some interesting but deadly facts about malaria that you probably didn’t know of. 1. It’s a big problem in Africa. 92% of malaria cases along with 93% of all malaria-related deaths …
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Jun
11 Incredible Facts About King Tutankhamen
Looking to increase your knowledge on the ancient Egyptian pharaohs? Check out these 11 interesting facts about Tutankhamen, arguably the most famous pharaoh of all. 1. King Tut died young. Tutankhamun died at just 18 and is widely believed to have been quite unwell for most of his life. 2. He really wasn’t well when he passed. …
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Jun
21 Cheerful Facts About Czech Republic
Looking to boost your knowledge of this majestic and eclectic country? Take a look at these fun facts about Czech Republic, also known as Czechia! 1. Czech Republic has lots of different neighbours. Czech Republic is a wondrous landlocked country in Central Europe. It is bordered by Poland to the northeast and east, Slovakia to …
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Jun
65 Interesting Facts. Some Serious. All Fascinating
Some facts are serious. Some are fascinating. Others are downright strange! Then, there are those facts which are just fun to read about. These are the interesting facts that you might share with your friends, or at dinner parties, or just to break the ice. The world is a lot weirder than we actually give …
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Jun
16 Terrific Facts About Tintin
Tintin is one of the most popular comic book characters to have ever come out of Europe. Written by the Belgian cartoonist Georges Remi, Tintin has captured the hearts and minds of readers all over the world. Here are some fun facts about Tintin and his adventures that you might not know: 1. Tintin is …
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Jun
25 Reassuring Facts About The Red Cross
The Red Cross needs no introduction! This worldly renowned organisation never sees to inspire and attract volunteers from around the world. The Red Cross movement began with the founding of the International Committee for the Relief of the Wounded. It was established to care for victims of battle in the time of war. National Red …
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Jun
19 Beautiful Facts About The Bahamas
Looking to become an expert on the countries of the Caribbean and increase your chances of winning the next pub quiz? Why not start with these 19 fun facts about the Bahamas! 1. There are hundreds of island in The Bahamas. The Bahamas is an archipelago of about 700 islands, 2,400 islets and cays located …
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