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Aug
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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Aug
On This Day – August 12th
August 12th is a day for reflection. Take the time to look back on this date throughout history and see what makes it so special! You may also find a few international holidays that are worth celebrating, too – even if you don’t have any personal reasons to mark the occasion yourself.
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Aug
9 Trailblazing Facts about the Trans-Siberian Railway
Whether you’re a trainspotter or not, it’s likely you’ve heard of the extensive Trans-Siberian railway, which boasts a long list of records. The emphasis, of course, is on “long!” Here are some fun facts about the Trans-Siberian Railway that might just interest you. 1. It is – by far – the longest railway line in …
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Aug
On This Day – August 11th
Is August 11th an important day for you? Statistically, it’s a very important day for millions of people celebrating birthdays today – but there are a few other reasons why this otherwise innocuous date is worth marking in the calendar. Below, we’ve lined up some of the most important historical events that unfolded today, as …
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Aug
10 Charming Facts about Christ the Redeemer
Christ the Redeemer is one of the most famous monuments in South America – in fact, this towering spectacle of Jesus Christ, in Rio, is well-known to many who’ve never even seen it up close! What’s more, people from all over the world travel every year to see it and admire it. But, how much …
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Aug
On This Day – August 10th
It’s official – we’ve hit the double digits in August. That means summer is going by fast, and we need to make every day count! August 10th, as always, is yet another day where there’s lots to take into account – important ceasefires, forest fires, and independence days abound. Let’s take a close look at …
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Aug
9 Harrowing Facts about the Holocaust
The Holocaust was a devastating period of history during which Nazi Germany persecuted and slaughtered Jewish and ethnic families over a four-year period. While the atrocities at ‘concentration camps’ such as Auschwitz occurred decades ago, we must never forget the lessons learned from such a horrific period. Here are nine important facts about the Holocaust. …
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Aug
On This Day – August 9th
If August 9th doesn’t ring any particular bells for you, it really should! So many incredible things have happened on this date, and we have all of the information right here for you. Here are some of the most important things you need to know about August 9th – and congratulations, too, if you’re marking …
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Aug
10 Odd Facts About Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia… it’s a weird word to write, and it’s not the easiest word to say out loud. But what’s it all about? If you’re something of a wordsmith, you may already be aware of this phenomenon – but if not, we’re about to fill you in on all the important details. Here are some fun …
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