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27 Aug

10 Perfect Facts about Poseidon

Poseidon is known by many for being one of the most powerful Gods in any mythology. He’s the Greek equivalent of Neptune in Roman legend. Let’s take a closer look at the core mythology surrounding this impressive God – here are some fun facts about Poseidon and his watery legend. 1. Who was Poseidon? Poseidon …
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27 Aug

On This Day – August 27th

August 27th is here already, and as we’re starting to peer into the fall, what better time is there than to take stock of some of the most important moments that have unfolded across history? We’ve got some famous birthdays and some special occasions celebrated all over the world coming up, too. Let’s get straight …
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26 Aug

10 Omniscient Facts about Olympus

Olympus is an incredible place that plays an important role in Greece’s landscape, history, and mythology. So, it’s only right that we should learn more about the home of the Gods, right? Here are some fun facts about Olympus you’re going to want to remember. 1. It’s a real place! You will likely have already …
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26 Aug

On This Day – August 26th

The year continues to sail by – we’re already at August 26th! Never fear, however, as we are still here to guide you through the most notable moments that have occurred on this day in the past. We’ll also let you know if you share a birthday with any famous people – spoiler alert, you …
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25 Aug

10 Marvellous Facts about Music

For millions of us, music is a very important part of life. In fact, for many of us, music plays a large part in our lives every single day! Therefore, it’s no wonder that it is such a fascinating subject. Here are some fun facts about music, how it works, and what makes it so …
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25 Aug

On This Day – August 25th

August 25th takes us closer toward the fall, and for many of you Virgos out there, it’s likely to be a special birthday – but why else is this particular date so notable around the world? As usual, we’ve brought together tons of facts about historical events unfolding on this date going back centuries, famous …
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24 Aug

10 Righteous Facts about Ronald Reagan

Serving as the President of the United States of America, Ronald Reagan remains one of the most well-known figures in Western politics. A polarizing figure during the Cold War between the US and Russia, Reagan won two terms from voters but also earned critics. Here are ten fun facts about Ronald Reagan they might not …
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24 Aug

On This Day – August 24th

The final week of August approaches – but there are still a few surprises up this month’s summery sleeve. As always, we’re here to break down some of the most significant and interesting moments from August 24ths going back in time, and to share with you some intriguing international holidays.
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23 Aug

10 Heralding Facts about Hermes

Although we know that Hermes famously lends his name to expensive bags these days, we’re here to talk about the messenger of the Gods himself, in all of his winged shoed glory. What is it about the Gods’ messenger that makes him so iconic? Here are some fun facts about Hermes to keep in mind …
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23 Aug

On This Day – August 23rd

August 23rd isn’t just any regular day! As you will see, it is a day for celebration, commemoration, and a lot of information. You may already be celebrating a birthday today, and if that’s the case, you’ll find our celebrity birthdays section of interest! Let’s take a deep dive into August 23rd, and why it’s …
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22 Aug

10 Brilliant Facts about Berkshire

Berkshire – one of England’s many famous “shires,” this county is perhaps most famous for its sheep farming, its horse racing, its quaint villages, and its royal seat at Windsor Castle. But what makes Berkshire stand out from the other shires? Let’s take a look at some fun facts about Berkshire that might inspire a …
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22 Aug

On This Day – August 22nd

If it’s your birthday today, or you’re marking a special anniversary, congratulations! August 22nd happens to be a pretty important day around the world for a variety of reasons, and in this guide, we’ll take you through everything you need to know. Stay tuned for some historical moments, famous birthdays, and international celebrations.