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Jan
The latest facts from Fact City
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Jan
What Happened In 2017?
2017 was a bit of a shock to the system for many people. In the US, it was Donald Trump’s first year in charge of the Presidency – and elsewhere in the world, tensions ran high as a result of continued terrorist threats and attacks, with ISIS claiming many of the horrifying attacks taking place …
3
Jan
9 Lethal Facts About Leon Trotsky
If you know anything about the history of communism and the Russian Revolution, then you’ve probably heard of Leon Trotsky. Best known for being Vladimir Lenin’s right-hand man during the rise of the Bolsheviks and the overthrow of Tsarism in Russia, Trotsky would eventually come up against the might of Josef Stalin – but there’s …
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Jan
What Happened in 2018?
2018 was a year as dramatic as any other – politically speaking, both the UK and the US saw major shifts on either side of the Atlantic. However, 2018 was also a year where we all learned a little more about the importance of data safety, and big changes swept Ukraine, Cuba, and South Africa. …
2
Jan
8 Nifty Facts about Napa Valley
If you’re living in the US and enjoy the odd glass of wine here and there, it’s likely you’ve heard of Napa Valley before! This Californian territory measures over 2,000 square kilometres and plays host to some of the most important vineyards in the US. But, is there more to Napa Valley than alcoholic grape …
2
Jan
What Happened In 2019?
2019 was one heck of a year! From big political changes to famous criminals caught, multiple big celebrity births, and tragic losses. But, it was also a year for important improvements and developments that changed the world forever. We were one year away from the chaos of COVID-19 – making this the final year before …
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Jan
9 Delightful Facts about Davy Crockett
Davy Crockett is nothing short of an American icon. However, unlike many legends, Crockett was very real indeed! You may have watched his stories on TV before – or, you might simply recognise the name from tales of yore. However, there’s plenty to the frontiersman that might just surprise you. And, that’s what we’re here …
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Jan
What Happened in 2020?
What didn’t happen in 2020? 2020 is a year that, for most of us, probably lives on in infamy. Due to a global pandemic, we were all shut away for months, plans were cancelled, big events were rescheduled, and many of us were separated and feared for our loved ones. But, just as every year …
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Dec
On This Day – December 31st
We’ve made it. It’s the last day of the year, and a time for reminiscing, planning, celebration, and lots of champagne! But, it is important to know that December 31st is about more than just an end to a year. Here are some of the most interesting things to have ever taken place on December …
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Dec
10 Certified Facts about Capricorn
Were you born towards the end of December and before the end of January? Then you’re likely to be a Capricorn, represented by the goat in the Western Zodiac. Capricorns are known for being very well-balanced, easy to be around, kind, and intelligent. But, as everyone does, Capricorns do have their downfalls, too. Here are …
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Dec
What Happened In 2023?
2023 was a dramatic year on many fronts. It was the year that artificial intelligence opened our eyes to a whole new world of creativity – while being a little scary with it! It was also a devastating year for conflict, with Russia and Ukraine still at war, and with the Israel-Palestine conflict worsening by …
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Dec