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15 Random Facts about Paul McCartney
Part of the iconic Lennon-McCartney duo, Sir James Paul McCartney has made an undeniable impact on music as we know him. Whether you prefer his music with The Beatles such…
Facts in memory of Ozzy Osbourne
On this day, 22 July 2025, Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of Black Sabbath, died aged 76. In memory of his extraordinary life, here are some facts about him. Facts about…
The Mayans DIDN’T Predict The Apocalypse
In late 2012, a furious cocktail of doomsday documentaries, ancient aliens, and online panic had millions convinced that the end of the world was nigh. People raided supermarkets, stocked bunkers,…
A Martian day is 25 hours?!
Well… sort of. There are some planets with very short days like Jupiter. The length of a Jovian (relating to Jupiter) day is 9 hours, 55 minutes and 30 seconds,…
The World’s Largest Allotment is in… Sheffield?
Sheffield, in the north of England, was the steel capital of the world for the majority of the 20th century. It has a new record now… Allotments! 🕰️ A Brief…
The Croissant isn’t actually French!
Few things say continental sophistication quite like a croissant. Flaky, golden, and buttery beyond all reason, it’s the quintessential breakfast pastry — a symbol of Parisian cafĂ©s, lazy brunches, and…
So what is the cucamelon?
The cucamelon, also known as the mouse melon, is the size of a grape, but looks like a watermelon and tastes like a cucumber with a dash of lime. These…
Thailand Celebrates Father’s Day on December 5th‽
When it comes to honouring fathers, Thailand takes a unique and deeply respectful approach—one that blends familial devotion with national pride. Unlike the June observance in much of the Western…
7 Facts about peas that kept you following
This post was written for the WhatsApp channel on the day that it reached 200 followers. Peas… Small, green, and packed with history — these little legumes are the stars…
15 Fun Facts about John Lennon
Whether you know him as a Beatle, a peace activist, or the man behind Imagine, John Lennon left an indelible mark on music and culture. But beyond the iconic round…