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On This Day – August 18th
What’s so special about August 18th? A better question would be what isn’t so special – even if you’re not marking today as a birthday, anniversary, or other type of celebration, there are still plenty of reasons to look back on August 18th to see what unfolded. Let’s dive in and take a look at …
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9 Revved-Up Facts about Volkswagen
Volkswagen builds some of the most popular vehicles on the road, and they have been a part of the automobile scene for as long as we can all remember. But how much do you know about the world-famous German car manufacturer? Here are some fun facts about Volkwagen that will impress even the most die-hard …
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On This Day – August 17th
If you ask anyone what’s so special about August 17th, very few of us would actually have an answer. And, how wrong we would all be! August 17th is one of the most important dates of the year, and we have all of the reasons why below. Congratulations if you’re celebrating a birthday or anniversary …
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10 Curious Facts about Clouds
Of all the weather phenomena we’re used to seeing day after day, clouds are some of the most mysterious. What keeps these fluffy monoliths up in the sky? They bring us rain, snow, hail, sleet, and block the sun when we could really use some rays. But, aside from knowing where they are and what …
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On This Day – August 16th
As we’re nearing the end of summer in the upper hemisphere, the last thing you are going to want to do is look at the calendar. However, that can be a real shame as you might miss out on some of the most important dates of the year! Take August 16th, for example – below, …
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10 Wild-hearted Facts About Wildebeest
Wildebeest are stunning bovine creatures that we often link to African safaris, mainly because they’re native to the Eastern and Southern ends of the continent. However, they tend to migrate pretty wildly across vast expanses! Let’s take a look at some fun facts about wildebeest to clue you in on these traveling beasts. 1. Wildebeest …
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On This Day – August 15th
We have officially made it midway through August. For some of us, that means our vacations are about to begin, while for others it generally means that they’re coming to a close. However, August 15th is about far more than taking time away – as you’re about to see, there have been plenty of historical …
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10 Marvellous Facts about Marsupials
Marsupials are known for a few things. Their signature pouches, their Australian habitats, and many of them are pretty adorable – so, let’s get to know more about these incredible animals! Here are some seriously fun facts about marsupials! 1. Marsupials are only found in two or three continents, tops. Marsupials typically live in the …
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On This Day – August 14th
No one really likes counting down the dates during summer (as it is right now in the northern hemisphere), but you should take the time today to think about August 14th! Whether or not it’s an important day for you personally, there are more than a few reasons why this date has gone down in …
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On This Day – August 13th
August 13th may seem just like any other summer date, but there’s more to today than meets the eye. If you’re not already celebrating a special occasion today, we’ve rounded up some of the most interesting facts and figures about August 13th that you’re going to want to keep in mind for the years to …
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