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WTF Stange Facts
29 Jul

31 Strange And Bizarre WTF Facts

The world really is a strange, strange place. They say that fact is often stranger than fiction, and when you take a look at some of the following facts we have lined up for you here – you’d probably be inclined to agree with them! These are facts, figures and stats which are always likely …
interesting facts about the Kremlin
19 Jul

21 Kooky Facts About The Kremlin

The Kremlin is one of Russia’s most iconic locations, a place that elicits so much curiosity from people that have only glimpsed it from afar. Here are some interesting facts about this UNESCO World Heritage Site: 1. It’s been around for almost a millennium. The Kremlin was founded by Yuri Dolgorukiy, the Prince of Suzdal …
Facts about Insurance 2
16 Jul

32 Insane Facts About Insurance

Ok – so, bring up the word ‘insurance’ to anyone but a broker or agent, and you might get a yawn or two. Sure, it’s not the most exciting subject on the planet, but it’s necessary in many walks of life! Insurance policies help to protect us when we find that we need to add …
Man scrolling Youtube on computer
26 Jun

14 Interesting Facts about YouTube You Should Know

As the most widely used video consuming platform with approximately 2.5 billion active users monthly, YouTube offers multiple videos on anything you might fathom. You can find tutorials, entertainment, education, new music, and much more. Subscribers to the platform even get notified when new videos appear that they might find interesting to watch. As a …
An illustration of an old vinyl record of pop music
25 Jun

13 Fun Facts About The Pop Music Industry

Pop music is one of the most common and discussed music genres. Music has a powerful way of becoming attached to certain songs, whether they speak to us on an intellectual or emotional level because we can connect to them. Music is used when we are infants to engage us, help us learn a language, …
facts about piano
25 Jun

12 Playful Facts About Pianos

The piano is a large but perfect beginner instrument for people. It is one of the most widely recognised and played instruments for both classical and modern genres of music. The piano was first developed in the early 1700s, having derived from a harpsichord, and there have been many changes and updates made to it …
interesting facts about Mosquitos
20 Jun

12 Menacing Facts About Malaria

Malaria is a serious disease, sometimes fatal, caused by a parasite that is spread via mosquitoes that have been infected with it. Here are some interesting but deadly facts about malaria that you probably didn’t know of. 1. It’s a big problem in Africa. 92% of malaria cases along with 93% of all malaria-related deaths …
interesting facts
18 Jun

65 Interesting Facts. Some Serious. All Fascinating

Some facts are serious.  Some are fascinating.  Others are downright strange!  Then, there are those facts which are just fun to read about.  These are the interesting facts that you might share with your friends, or at dinner parties, or just to break the ice.  The world is a lot weirder than we actually give …
facts about the Red Cross
16 Jun

25 Reassuring Facts About The Red Cross

The Red Cross needs no introduction! This worldly renowned organisation never sees to inspire and attract volunteers from around the world. The Red Cross movement began with the founding of the International Committee for the Relief of the Wounded. It was established to care for victims of battle in the time of war. National Red …
polution facts
30 May

43 Thought-Provoking Facts About Pollution

It’s a sad fact indeed that pollution levels are rising all over the world.  With the advancement in modern technology, there’s an advancement in the amount of toxins we continue to push into the atmosphere.  Scientific studies going back decades demonstrate that carbon emissions and more besides are threatening the future of our planet.  Not …
fun facts about antibiotics
26 May

14 Amazing Facts About Antibiotics

They save lives, changed the world and did it all in a way we simply now couldn’t live without, but how much do you really know about these microscopic life saving drugs? These fun facts about antibiotics are ready and waiting to blow your mind! 1. You shouldn’t take antibiotics for viruses. Antibiotics can kill …
fun facts about wiindmills
18 Apr

15 Fun Facts About Windmills

The increase in consumption and price of non–renewable energy has encouraged people to look into alternative, clean fuels that can meet our energy needs. Wind energy is one of these alternative sources. Below are 15 fun facts about windmills. 1. The windmill is an ancient creation. Persia and China were the first to develop windmills, …
interesting facts about money
14 Apr

23 Massive Facts About Money

People are obsessed with money, and for good reason. It runs the world. But you don’t need to know that much about money to use it. And yet, the more you know, the more fascinating money becomes. Consider these 23 fun facts about money: 1. Bills and coins are younger than you think! The bills …
Storm Troopers, Star Wars
13 Apr

17 Out Of This World Facts About Star Wars

Love it or hate it, Star Wars is a movie franchise that’s grown beyond its humble origins.  The original space opera has amassed billions of dollars over the years, thanks not only to ticket sales but also merchandising, toys, TV shows and more.  There is clearly something about this saga that speaks to the wider …
interesting facts about earthquakes
12 Apr

14 Ground-Breaking Facts About Earthquakes

If you’ve ever felt the ground rumble, you might just have experienced an earthquake.  Earthquakes are natural events which can occur all over the world. While they are often minor and safe, bigger quakes can be devastating.  They are a natural phenomenon which we can protect against, but they are often hard to predict.  Here …