Daily Archives: October 5, 2021

WTF Fun Fact – WW2 Toilet Paper Rations

During WW2, British soldiers had an allotment of 3 sheets of toilet paper per man per day. The American soldiers … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – WW2 Toilet Paper Rations appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

Claim that up to 135,000 children have not returned to school needs more context

A Sunday Times article, published on 3 October, claimed new figures show that between 95,000 and 135,000 children did not return to school in the autumn term. The Sunday Times said this figure does not include “normal absences” or children staying at home due to Covid infection—and that in many cases the pupils concerned “cannot… Read More »

Nebulised hydrogen peroxide shouldn’t be used to treat all respiratory illnesses

A Facebook post claims that nebulized hydrogen peroxide “helps against ALL respiratory infections like colds/flu, sore throat, pneumonia, chest infections”. It has been viewed over 1,000 times. The post also says that you can buy hydrogen peroxide to dilute, and the attached video instructs viewers on how to use it in nebulisers at home. The… Read More »

7 Reasons Why Your Body Feels Heavy And Tired

Interestingly enough, this topic about our bodies feeling heavy and tired has been assigned right around the time when I have been personally experiencing feelings of such “sluggishness.” In my case, it comes down to not exercising as much as I was a year ago, as well as being busier with work. I’m just starting… Read More »

WTF Fun Fact – Tobacco Ad Spend

Tobacco companies spend the most money on advertising during the month of January, when more people will be attempting to … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Tobacco Ad Spend appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

In 1900, the Secretary of the Navy…

In 1900, the Secretary of the Navy wanted to use the USS Constitution for target practice until it sunk. A benefactor offered to buy it but was refused so he started a campaign that successfully pressured Congress into saving it. Built in 1797, it is now the oldest ship still afloat. The post In 1900,… Read More »

Director Michael Bay (Transformers)…

Director Michael Bay (Transformers) often traces his interest in action films back to when he attached firecrackers to a toy train and filmed the ensuing fiery disaster with his mother’s 8 mm camera. The fire department was called and he was grounded. The post Director Michael Bay (Transformers)… appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source

An English convict named William….

An English convict named William Buckley was transported to a penal colony in Australia, After escaping he was discovered by an Aboriginal tribe who believed he was the returning spirit of a deceased tribesmen so they took him in, He continued living with them for 32 years. By virtue of his age and peaceful ways,… Read More »