12 Apr
Society
11 Apr
13 Hypnotic Facts About Helicopters
We take them for granted but go back a few hundred years and a helicopter would have been seen as pure magic. Let’s take a look at these fun facts about helicopters that you really need to know about these flying marvels… 1. Helicopters are seriously fast. The world’s fastest helicopter can travel at 248 …
11 Apr
31 Fun Facts About Avocado
The avocado is a fruit that’s taken on a life of its own in recent years. It’s become a modern icon – a once-obscure fruit that’s making its way into more and more dishes, drinks and medical supplements. It’s also a fruit that’s associated with the millennial generation, and one which has received ‘superfood’ status …
9 Apr
14 Surprising Facts About Spinach
There was a time when spinach was the most despised food item on the market. But perceptions have changed. People have grown to appreciate its nutritional value, with some of the more fun facts about spinach including: 1. We’ve been eating spinach for centuries. The spinach plant originates in Persia. It came to China in …
9 Apr
11 Bonkers Facts About Beer
Most people love a pint of beer or two… amazingly, a whopping 14,841 pints are drank in the UK every minute!! Read on to learn some interesting facts about beer! 1. Belgium is beer mad. Belgium has more than 400 different brands of beer – there is no country in the world that has more …
8 Apr
10 Remarkable Facts About Rum
It’s a delicious alcoholic drink produced across the tropics and enjoyed all over the world, here are some fun facts about Rum: 1. Rum has a simple ingredient. Rum is an alcoholic drink made from sugarcane molasses. 2. Sugarcane has a rich history. Sugarcane was first cultivated in New Guinea, 10,000 years ago – and …
8 Apr
11 Fun Facts About Exercise
Let’s break down some of the misconceptions that appear in the fitness industry. From what sweating really means to whether you really should be aching the day after your PE session – read on for some fun facts about exercise! 1. Fasting could help. If you work out on an empty stomach you can actually …
7 Apr
12 Fun Facts About Rolex Watches
You probably know Rolex as one of the biggest watchmakers on the planet. They are well-known for their luxury approach to the craft, helping to make some of the most stunning timepieces for sale. When you buy a Rolex, you know you’re investing in high quality watchmaking! But how well do you actually know the …
6 Apr
12 Fun Facts About Concorde
Remembered by many as the most impressive and glamorous passenger aircraft ever built, here are some fun facts about Concorde: 1. Concorde was a UK-French connection. Concorde was designed and built by British and French engineers in the 1960s. 2. It has an appropriate name. Its name was chosen as the word ‘Concord’ means ‘Agreement’ …
3 Apr
13 Eggciting Facts About Easter
Easter is the holy Christian holiday celebrating Jesus Christ returning from the dead. Today, gifts of chocolate eggs are given to represent this. Here’s some egg-citing facts about Easter. 1. Easter eggs are old inventions! The UK’s first chocolate egg was made by Fry’s of Bristol in 1873. 2. Italy holds an egg record. The …
31 Mar
21 Viral Facts About Social Media
Can you remember a time before social media? Whether you can or can’t, one thing’s for sure, social media has changed the way we live, communicate, and promote our businesses! To control the power of social media, we need to understand what makes it tick. Here are 21 fun facts about social media that’ll boost …
29 Mar
Howzat! 14 Mind-Stumping Facts About Cricket
Cricket is a game and sport that’s loved all over the world. It’s also a sport that England actually isn’t too bad at! However, the sport has had its ups and downs – as well as some truly fascinating facts and figures. If you’re a true cricket fan, you probably know a fair bit about …
28 Mar
23 Fun Facts About Wine
We’ve been producing wine for approximately 9,000 years, and the Middle East is believed to be the location of the earliest vineyards. The French, who became interested, started copying the winemaking process and is often credited for inventing wine. Here are some fun wine facts you’ll wish you knew earlier! 1. Wine: There’s a gender …
26 Mar
16 Appealing Facts About Alcohol
Millions of people enjoy drinking alcohol every single day. However, it’s a substance that can carry plenty of health issues for the drinker if abused. Whether you like a tipple or are completely tea-total, here are 16 interesting facts about alcohol worth keeping in mind. 1. Alcohol affects the brain Alcohol is famous for making …
25 Mar