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Fun facts about Harry Potter
12 Feb

15 Wizard Facts About Harry Potter

JK Rowling’s Wizarding World, home to the bespectacled boy wizard Harry Potter, is a worldwide phenomenon. The author wrote seven books on Potter’s adventures, with an ever-expanding world and universe having extended online, and into the world of cinema. The Harry Potter books and movies are some of the most beloved of all time – …
trade movements
1 Feb

12 Savvy Facts About Share Trading

Buy buy buy, sell sell sell – the stock exchange can get pretty confusing if you’re not a Wall Street or DOW JONES regular! However, stocks and shares have made fortunes for shrewd investors and business people worldwide. It’s now easier than ever to trade and invest, too, as more and more apps and programs …
DIY hacks tricks and tips
31 Jan

14 Incredible Household DIY Hacks Everyone Should Know

Life doesn’t have to be so hard – in fact, there are a few different ways in which you can make everyday tasks that little bit easier. You may well have heard of a few ‘hacks’ to help speed up chores and the like – and believe us, there are plenty that works! Check out …
death penalty rope
26 Jan

11 Grisly Facts About The Death Penalty

There have been significant changes to the death penalty over the last thousand years. As debates continue around the world, here are some facts about the death penalty that you should know. Warning: this article contains material that some readers may find distressing. 1. Executions often vary around the world. Based on available technology and …
ASMR mic
25 Jan

11 Astonishing Facts About ASMR

If you’ve been browsing YouTube at all over the past few years, you may have noticed the emerging craze for ‘ASMR’ videos. ASMR is a growing movement where people record video and audio in order to elicit ‘brain tingles’ and ‘shivers’ in their viewers and listeners. It’s a completely innocent and seemingly harmless experience, though …
Facts about prohibition
5 Jan

19 Precluding Facts About Prohibition

Can you imagine a world without alcohol today? While still controversial, and still arguably responsible for many of the world’s problems, the period during which the US went without booze is regarded as one of their darkest, certainly in terms of their economy, as well as in terms of crime rates. For 13 years, America …
the new home
5 Jan

9 Interesting Facts About Mortgages

Ok – mortgages might not be amongst some of the most fascinating topics out there, but they are an essential part of millions of daily lives. In fact, signing up for a mortgage is likely to be one of the biggest and most important parts of your modern life. Not everyone takes on a mortgage, …
facts about super mario
18 Dec

13 Next Level Facts About Super Mario

Let’s-a-go! Super Mario – or just plain Mario to his friends – is an icon of popular culture who has millions of fans from East to West. At one point in time, he was thought to be more recognizable than Mickey Mouse! The mustachioed plumber is Nintendo’s flagship video game icon and is still regarded …
facts about avalanches
29 Nov

11 Awesome Facts About Avalanches

Avalanches are natural hazards occurring in certain parts of the world during certain weather conditions. They can be triggered by several events and cause damage to property as well as injuries or even death – so it’s always a good idea to try and stay well away! In any case, here are some fun facts …
fun facts about Minecraft
14 Nov

11 Magical Facts About Minecraft

Minecraft became something of a phenomenon around a decade ago. Its open-world gaming changed the way that people played creative games online – as players have to mine and build houses, weapons, clothes, instruments and more from the world around them. This means chopping down trees, mining for diamonds, and even hunting wild animals. Of …
facts about selling your home
27 Oct

13 Free Facts About Selling Your Home

Are you in the market for selling or buying your home? You might find the process pretty daunting – it’s not an uncommon thing! However, the act of selling and buying houses is as old as housebuilding itself – and therefore, there are always likely to be a few interesting facts and figures you can …
interesting facts about Nuclear Energy
26 Oct

12 Interesting Facts About Nuclear Energy

There are many different ways to generate power.  While there is a growing focus on clean energy and renewable sources, nuclear power is commonly used all over the world. There are plenty of facts and figures we should all pay attention to when it comes to nuclear energy and power, and we’re here to share …
Old man wearing a fedora hat
25 Oct

53 Crazy Facts About Life That Will Blow Your Mind

Life is full of hidden gems of knowledge and facts, including some incredible statistics that can either enrich your knowledge, change the way you see day-to-day experiences, or just bring you some amusement. Whether you’re gearing up for your next pub quiz or just fond of random bits of trivia, we’ve gathered a stack of …
Colorful display of fireworks
22 Oct

12 Fascinating Facts About Fireworks

Fireworks have been a fixture of celebrations all over the world for hundreds of years. In fact the history and figures behind fireworks are truly fascinating! Whether you’re lining up a private celebration or are heading to a big display, here are some fun facts about fireworks that might just surprise you. Time to clue …
interesting facts about IQ
12 Oct

13 Fun Facts About Your IQ

We all think we know what an IQ means, but do we really understand it? Does the number tell us more about ourselves other than just how bright we are (or wish we were)? Here’s some fun facts about IQ to find out… 1. What does IQ stand for? IQ is an abbreviation. It stands …