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30 Nov

10 Astonishing Facts about Amun, Egyptian God of the Air

Egyptian mythology is seemingly endless – teeming with fantastic deities and tales that people still follow to this day. One of the most important gods to arise from Egyptian legend is that of Amun, otherwise known as the god of the air. He was worshiped nationally across Egypt – making him one of the most …
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30 Nov

On This Day – November 30th

It’s the last day of the month, and we are all ready to start December! However, before we say goodbye to November, it’s important to honour all the things that make its last day so special. For example, here are some of the most interesting things about November 30th – and we share some famous …
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29 Nov

9 Guiding Facts about Anubis, the Egyptian God

Of all the gods and goddesses in Egyptian lore, Anubis is perhaps one of the most recognizable. He had a pivotal role in helping mortal souls transfer to the land of the dead – and as such, was revered for being extremely powerful and influential. But how much do you really know about the god …
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29 Nov

On This Day – November 29th

The 29th of November is nothing short of extraordinary. We know it does not get the recognition it deserves, so, to help alter that, here are some of the most important things you should know about today! If you’re celebrating an occasion of your own today, consider this an extra treat – we’ve also brought …
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28 Nov

10 Roaring Facts about the Russian Revolution

Russia is a nation with a tumultuous history, one that’s still ongoing – and one of the landmark moments in the country’s past is the Russian Revolution, which took place during World War I. During a period of intensive revolution against the Tsarist regime, Bolsheviks led by Vladimir Lenin took over the state and eventually …
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28 Nov

On This Day – November 28th

November 28th doesn’t seem like that big a deal unless you’re celebrating it for personal reasons. That said, there are actually plenty of great excuses to mark the occasion – and in this guide, we’ve brought together some historical facts, some famous birthdays, and a quick introduction to the star sign of the day. Let’s …
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27 Nov

10 Captivating Facts About The Cotswolds

If you’ve spent any time looking for stunning landscapes to vacation across England, you’ve likely come across the Cotswolds before. And, if you’re a fan of Clarkson’s Farm, Bridget Jones’ Diary, or The Holiday, then the chances are you may have already seen parts of it! But how much do you know about the area? …
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27 Nov

On This Day – November 27th

November can be a draining month for many of us. For many people living in the upper hemisphere, it’s a month with no school holidays, shorter days, and darker weather. But it is also a wonderful month full of interesting events and historical moments. For example, here are some of the most interesting things about …
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26 Nov

On This Day – November 26th

November 26th – just another day, right? Well, we’re smack-bang in the middle of the holiday season in the US, but if you live elsewhere and you’re looking for something to mark the day with, we have you covered. Let’s take a look at some fun facts about November 26th and run through a few …
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25 Nov

On This Day – November 25th

November 25th is here already, which means we’re right at the edge of the holiday season! December is just around the corner, and for many of us in the upper hemisphere, the nights will be getting colder. However, there’s lots to learn about this otherwise mysterious month. We’ve rounded up some of the most fascinating …
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24 Nov

10 Wonderful Facts About WordPress

If you’ve ever built or managed a website before, there’s a really good chance you’ve come across WordPress before. WordPress is by far and away one of the most popular content management systems, or CMS, for building websites, blogs, mailing lists, internet forums, membership sites, and more! But how much do you know about this …
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24 Nov

On This Day – November 24th

We are officially in the last week of November, and many of us are ready to kick off December! But, before we say goodbye to this month, here are a few things you should know about November 24th. As it happens – probably unsurprisingly – it’s a day full of all kinds of interesting facts …