Author Archives: WeRaven
Boris Johnson did not win the largest Conservative majority in 44 years
The threshold for a recall petition to succeed is 10% of voters, not 10,000
An Unexpected Bond: The Super Twelve and Saddam Hussein
In the twilight of Saddam Hussein’s life, a profound wave of grief and sadness swept over the American soldiers assigned to guard him. These soldiers, who would come to be known as the Super Twelve, found themselves forming an unexpected bond with the ousted leader of Iraq. In his book, The Prisoner in His Palace,… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13410 – Vibrating Constipation Pill
10 Giant Animals that lived after the Dinosaurs
Here is a list of 10 Giant Animals that lived after the Dinosaurs. 10. Argentavis Argentavis (“Argentine bird”) is one of the largest flying birds ever known, possibly surpassed in wingspan only by the recently discovered Pelagornis sandersi. With a wingspan of 7 meter (23 ft) and a mass of approx. 72 kg (159 lb),…… Read More »
25 Interesting Facts About Libraries
Here are 25 Interesting Library Facts. 1-5 Interesting Facts About Libraries 1. In ancient Egypt, all ships visiting the city were obliged to surrender their books to the library of Alexandria and be copied. The original would be kept in the library and the copy given back to the owner. – Source 2. A high-ranking…… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13409 – 3 Athletes vs. 100 Kids
Chernobyl’s Radiation-Eating Fungi
It seems that fungi in Chernobyl are thriving by utilizing gamma radiation as a food source, and they are progressing towards the heart of the reactor core. A variety of fungi have been found to harness the energy of strong radiation, such as gamma radiation, to promote their growth. This was initially discovered when these… Read More »
Wild Mice and the Joy of Running Wheels
Studies have discovered that when a running wheel is left in nature, wild mice will willingly use it to run, seemingly for their own pleasure. A recent study reveals that wild mice voluntarily run on exercise wheels in their natural environment without any food reward, similar to how captive mice behave. This finding contradicts the… Read More »
Newfoundland in WWII: The American Influence and Desire for Statehood
In the time of World War II, Newfoundland was under British rule and not a part of Canada. In 1941, the United States established four military bases in Newfoundland, introducing wealth, leisure activities, and American goods to the region. Consequently, a survey conducted in 1947 revealed that a staggering 80% of Newfoundland’s population desired to… Read More »