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Facts about Basketball
20 Oct

How To Maximize Your Potential As A Basketball Coach

In virtually any walk of life or field, working according to structure makes achieving success and fulfilment much easier. This applies to practice in any code of sport or coaching in it. Basketball is a very movement-orientated sport that requires rapid transitions from jogging, sprinting, and good hand-eye coordination. Speed and agility training is vital …
facts about oxfordshire
20 Sep

11 Outstanding Facts About Oxfordshire

More than just a prestigious university county, Oxfordshire is home to some of England’s most fascinating heritage trails and country walks. Not only that, but the quaint surroundings of the region are replete with listed buildings, famous filming locations and more besides. Even if you already live in Oxfordshire, it’s likely that there is still …
How to Convert an Aquarium into an Aquaponic Fish Tank
20 Sep

How To Convert An Aquarium Into An Aquaponic Fish Tank

If you’re here, you’re probably looking for a way to convert your aquarium into an aquaponic tank, which is, by the way, a good idea. By switching to an aquaponic tank, you can greatly decrease the dependence of the system and create a self-sustainable system that requires little outer input. Not sold yet? In the …
meals on a cheap budget
1 Sep

22 Delicious And Fast Meals To Cook On A Budget

When you’re juggling a career, family, hobbies, and a social life, it can be difficult getting a quick, delicious meal on the table. Sometimes it seems like there just isn’t enough time in the day to do everything we want. Eating on a budget doesn’t have to leave you confined to mostly processed foods. If …
cookie recipe
5 Aug

10 Best Ever Cookie Recipes

Here’s something a bit different to get your teeth into – for this fact file, we thought we’d line up ten of the best cookie recipes that families all over the web regularly mix up and bake for their loved ones. Do you have a favourite flavour or style of cookie or biscuit? Who knows …
horror movies based on true stories
4 Aug

10 Horror Movies Based on True Stories

Horror movies aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, true – but to those who like chills, thrills, and the odd bit of gore, they can be a fantastic source of escapism. It certainly helps if you are not easily spooked, of course, and if you have a strong stomach, that’s also likely to be a bonus. …
facts about Rome
10 Jun

13 Regal Facts About Rome

Rome is – of course – one of the most historically important cities in Europe, if not the world. Once the base of the all-conquering Roman Empire, the capital city of Italy has grown to be a tourist destination that holds just as much historic interest as it does opportunities for rest and relaxation. But …
interesting facts about la Paz
3 Jun

11 Positive Facts About La Paz, Bolivia

Nuestra Senora de La Paz is located in the western part of Bolivia and is surrounded by mountains of the Altiplano. Here are 11 interesting facts about La Paz, a city filled with culture and history. La Paz’s main bus station, with its ceilings and archways, may be familiar to you as it was designed …
facts about the 1929 stock market crash
13 Apr

15 Facts To Learn From The 1929 Stock Market Crash

The 1929 Stock Market Crash has shaped generations, but with it fading fast from memory, how much do you really know about it? Take a look at these interesting facts about the 1929 Stock Market Crash to help you steer clear of any future loss… The 4-day collapse began on October 24th 1929 and would …
Nutrition Facts for Ham
26 Mar

16 Nutrition Facts About Ham

We love tucking into a nice slice or two of ham, but how much do we really know about one of our favourite foods? It’s time to take closer look at the nutrition facts for ham! Ham is typically 53% water! Lean ham will be at least one quarter protein. It contains the 9 essential …
interesting facts about The Himalayas
5 Jan

10 Happy Facts About The Himalayan Mountains

Ever wanted to scale the heavens? The Himalayas mountain range is likely to be a great place to start! Many people have attempted to climb Mount Everest, for example – and this chilly range of peaks remains some of the most majestic you’ll see from up close or afar. Here are some fun facts about …
Harare, Zimbabwe
22 Oct

16 Heavenly Facts About Harare

Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these 16 fun facts about Harare! Geographical stats… Harare is the capital city of Zimbabwe. The city was actually known as Salisbury until 1982, when the name was changed to Harare. The total land area of Harare is …