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The latest facts from Fact City
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15 Wild Facts About Wolves
They’re ferocious, scary and wild, but just how much do you know about these four-legged carnivores? It’s time to put your years of wisdom to the test by taking a look at some of the most fun facts about wolves that scientists know… 1. There’s strength in numbers. The reason wolves hunt in packs is …
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Apr
72 Funny Facts That’ll Get You Laughing!
Everyone loves laughing – don’t they? The world is a pretty funny place. Therefore, it’s always worth diving into a few of the more humorous facts life has to throw at us. We’re here to share with you some of the most fascinating and intriguing facts on the planet – but this time around, we’re …
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Apr
16 Terrific Facts About Tigers
Tigers are viewed as some of the most ferocious, and yet majestic creatures on this planet. How well do you actually know this exotic animal? Here are some fun facts about tigers to test your knowledge! 1. Tigers are massive! Tigers are the largest of the wildcats, and males can weigh up to 300 kilograms. …
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Apr
43 Mind-Blowing Facts About Mexico
Mexico has a fascinating history, wonderful food, and an abundance of natural wonders. It’s a land of early civilizations, diverse ethnicities, unbelievable landscapes, and a vivacious culture. Did you know that Mexico is home to the world’s largest pyramid or that Mexico is one of the countries with the richest linguistic diversity in the world? …
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Apr
20 Captivating Facts About Canada
Looking to boost your knowledge of the big wide world and better your chance of being crowned the next geography quiz champion? Why not start with these fun facts about Canada! 1. Canada’s name has incredible origins. The word ‘Canada’ itself comes from the word Kanata, which means ‘settlement’ or ‘village’ in the language of …
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Apr
12 Priceless Facts About Penguins
Penguins look pretty cute and cuddly, yet they survive in some of the most inhospitable conditions known to man. How do they do it? It’s time we took a closer look and told you these fun facts about the Penguin: 1. Penguins are cleverer than you think! The penguin’s distinctive colour is actually a form …
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Apr
13 Eggciting Facts About Easter
Easter is the holy Christian holiday celebrating Jesus Christ returning from the dead. Today, gifts of chocolate eggs are given to represent this. Here’s some egg-citing facts about Easter. 1. Easter eggs are old inventions! The UK’s first chocolate egg was made by Fry’s of Bristol in 1873. 2. Italy holds an egg record. The …
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Apr
17 Wild And Wonderful Facts About Wales
Wales is a country with a proud, rich heritage. However, it’s famous for more than just dragons, leeks and rugby! Even if you’ve holidayed in Wales hundreds of times, we think there’s still a few fun facts about Wales that’ll surprise you. Here’s the pick of the crop! 1. Wales has a healthy population. In …
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Apr
15 Wonderful Facts About The Isle Of Wight
There’s something a bit mysterious about the Isle of Wight – at least, to anyone who’s never been there! Just off the Southern mainland from England, it’s a popular holiday destination and community with incredible history behind it. But what are some truly fun facts about the Isle of Wight? Let’s take a look. 1. …
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Apr
15 Provocative Facts About Pirates
Pirates have captured our imagination, for years! Their fascinating characters have been an inspiration for many writers and filmmakers. Many of us imagine pirates as fearless, scary figures, married to the sea, sailing across the world, seeking and burying treasure. But is our perception close to the truth? To reveal some of the mystery surrounding …
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