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12 Magical Facts About Mont St. Michel
Ever been to Mont St Michel on vacation before? It’s famous for being a wonderful island with a gorgeous coastline, intriguing history, and brimming with European culture and class. Before you plan a visit, however, this curious location is perhaps a little different to some of the sunny isles you’ve vacationed at elsewhere. Here’s some …
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10 Marvellous Facts about Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa was born in India – and at the tender age of just 12, decided to dedicate her life to the work of God, whose presence she said that she felt. During her eventful lifetime, her fame spread across the globe. Testament to her commitment to help the poor and sick, her charities continue …
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14 Top Facts About The Torah
The Torah is an important and highly revered document referencing the history, beliefs and guidance of Judaism. It is a treasured item in every synagogue and is used in regular services as well as for special occasions! Here are some surprising and fun facts about the Torah that might just intrigue you. 1. The Torah’s …
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Mar
20 Interesting Facts About Kosovo
Kosovo remains one of the most interesting countries and states in Europe, with a history that’s as diverse and as controversial as anywhere else. It’s actually one of the youngest countries on the continent and remains a hotly-disputed zone as a result of boundaries. Home to almost two million people, it remains a fairly misunderstood …
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Mar
13 Top Secret Facts About The KGB
The fact is, there aren’t too many facts about Russia’s one-time top security service – as it was as closely-guarded an organization as you can get. It also remains one of the most controversial aspects of Russia’s recent history. The Cold War was a tense time for civilians both across the US, the UK and …
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12 Woeful (And Wonderful) Facts About Wednesday
Wednesday might not be everyone’s favourite day of the week – in fact, it sadly gets a bit forgotten! We’re often so focused on Fridays, weekends, and getting back to work on Mondays that the midweek days can blend into one. However, Wednesday is a curious feature of the week – and one that certainly …
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Mar
14 Sunny Facts About Saint Martin, Caribbean
St Martin is a Caribbean island known for its fantastic climate and for breaking a few interesting records. If you’ve never visited before, there are plenty of great reasons why you should! Before you book any flights, however, here are some fun facts about Saint Martin to give you the full lowdown on what to …
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9 Important Facts About Phone Hacking
Phone hacking is, regrettably, still a very real problem. A few years ago, the process became big news for a variety of reasons – and while that seems to have died down for now, phone hackers are still out there – meaning it really does pay to keep on your guard. Here are some fascinating …
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15 Curious Facts About Karachi
Karachi is one of the busiest cities in Pakistan – an Arabian Sea settlement that’s best known for its transportation. You’ll see planes, boats and more heading in and out of the city – but there’s more to Karachi than just its comings and goings. Here are some fun facts about Karachi to keep in …
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Mar
11 Nutty Facts About Peanut Butter Nutrition
Being one of the most popular spreads, peanut butter is loved around the world. The texture comes in two varieties – smooth or crunchy – either way, it tastes delicious! However, how familiar are you with the nutritional aspects? Here are some fun facts about peanut butter you need to know! 1. Peanut butter is …
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