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Oct
On This Day – October 18th
What is it about October 18th that makes today so remarkable? If you’re not already celebrating a birthday or an anniversary, it might seem like just another date on the calendar – but you’d be surprised at just how important this date actually is! In this guide, we’ve rounded up some of the most important …
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Oct
11 Valuable Facts About Venus
Venus is one of Earth’s neighbours in our relatively small solar system – but that doesn’t mean it’s close by! This hot planet isn’t likely to welcome human visitors just yet, but we can at least learn more about it from afar. If you’re a big fan of astronomy and want to know more about …
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On This Day – October 17th
October 17th is more than just a day falling in the middle of the month. For Libras everywhere, it’s a really special occasion – and today, we’re going to take a look at a few more reasons why you might wish to mark it and remember it further. Take a closer look at some fantastic …
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Oct
11 Stunning Facts about Yellowstone
Yellowstone is best known as the US’ oldest national Park – and, yes, for hosting a supervolcano! This truly huge Park is an immense tourist attraction for the state of Wyoming – but there’s more to Yellowstone than meets the eye. Whether you’re planning a trip or simply want to top up on your National …
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On This Day – October 16th
October 16th takes us even deeper into October, one of the spookiest months of the year if you’re living in the West. It’s also deep into fall for people in the upper hemisphere, meaning the nights are getting longer and colder by the day. No need to worry about weather right now – let’s take …
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On This Day – October 15th
So, we’ve made it to the middle of the month, and Halloween is already well underway if you’re in the West. But, we also need to remember to cherish each date this month, and not just the 31st. For example, here are some of the most interesting things to know about October 15th – we’ve …
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Oct
On This Day – October 14th
This October 14th, take time away from the goblins and ghouls and learn more about what makes this date so very special to so many people around the world! Here are some of the most interesting things to know about October 14th – and if it’s already a special day for you in any way, …
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Oct
10 Impressive Facts About Iron
Iron is one of the most helpful chemical elements in this world. It has long been used in construction, technology, and it’s even got a strong place in our diets. Either way, it’s high time we all learn more about this element! Here are some fun facts about iron that might just surprise or even …
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Oct
On This Day – October 13th
October 13th can be quite a spooky day for many of us, especially if it lands on a Friday! But before you get too freaked out, there are some pretty important facts and figures about today’s date that are well worth remembering. Whether or not today is a special day for you personally, here are …
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Oct
12 Leading Facts About Lead
When we think of lead, we tend to think of heavy materials, weaponry, and shielding materials. However, this is an extremely versatile element that’s more precious than you’d expect. Let’s take a look through some fascinating and fun facts about lead – just in case you face any science questions in your next pub quiz! …
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