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facts about motorways
13 Jun

9 Mega Facts About Motorways

We have all probably used motorways – or highways – at some point. These mammoth roads are incredibly useful, making traveling from one side of a country to the other that much easier. In fact, many of us enjoy planning entire road trips simply to relax in the car while enjoying straight runs from A …
Kim Jong-Un and America's Donald Trump
12 Jun

On This Day – June 12th

June 12th sounds like just another summer’s day, right? Maybe not. It’s not only famous for marking some of history’s most notable moments, but it’s also a great day to dress up like Superman and eat some falafel. As weird as that sounds, you’re going to need to keep reading for the context…!
facts About the Law
12 Jun

9 Long-Armed Facts About The Law

We all have to abide by the respective laws of our countries, states, and towns. The laws are what keep our societies moving forward peacefully. But there’s no denying that some laws simply don’t make sense and are even a little weird! So, naturally, we thought you should know about some of the wildest and …
National German Chocolate Cake Day
11 Jun

On This Day – June 11th

Now, you may be thinking that June 11th is just another day to get through, but did you know that June 11th has proven to be one of the most notable dates in modern history? No spoilers until we dive straight in… but make sure to have some multicolour yarn handy, that’s all we’re saying…
Gerald Holtom's Peace symbol
10 Jun

On This Day – June 10th

June 10th is a fantastic day for trying new sweet treats – according to our national days source! What’s more, it’s something of a somber day for remembering lives lost and marking important steps taken in the name of social equality. Regardless of how you intend to mark June 10th today, here are a few …
Donald Duck
9 Jun

On This Day – June 9th

Pies, fictional ducks, international relations – it’s a wonder that June 9th isn’t better known on the calendar! You may already be celebrating a birthday or an anniversary today – but whether you are or not, there are plenty more reasons to mark June 9th as a date to remember. Let’s dive into what we …
Facts about Ed Sheeran
9 Jun

10 Exclusive Facts about Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran is one of the most famous and successful music artists of the modern age! Known for putting on a performance with just his distinctive vocals and a guitar, his stripped-back style of songwriting and recording has given the world a taste of “everyman” appeal that many pop stars struggle to capture. Whether you’re …
bird’s eye view of the atlantic ocean
8 Jun

On This Day – June 8th

June 8th is by no means just another day in the calendar. It’s a brilliant day to start thinking about our gorgeous planet, to look back on some fascinating European history, and even to break out a bikini! Here’s everything we know about this fantastic date…
fun facts about mozart
8 Jun

10 Marvellous Facts about Mozart

Whether you are a genuine fan of classical music or not, you have likely heard of one of the all-time greats, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This legendary composer created some of the best-known songs of all time, a vast majority of which are still used and listened to today! But how much do you honestly know …
The Pub Crawl
7 Jun

On This Day – June 7th

June 7th has proven to be a very important date throughout history all over the world! It also happens to be a pretty special day for chocolate ice cream lovers, fans of the French monarchy, and Shakespeare enthusiasts. We won’t just leave you hanging… here’s why!
facts about Basseterre
6 Jun

10 Brilliant Facts About Basse-Terre

Although “Basseterre” may sound like a French military position, it is actually one of the most beautiful places in the world you’ll ever hope to visit. But don’t judge on appearance, as there is more to this island than just its beauty. With that in clear mind, here are some fun facts about Basse-Terre! 1. …
Yo-yo toy
6 Jun

On This Day – June 6th

June 6th is a hugely important day for many different reasons. The most important, perhaps, is that it marks D-Day, one of the most crucial moments in World War II that helped see Allied forces push back against Nazi Germany. However, there are plenty of other reasons to mark June 6th, too – and here …