Author Archives: WeRaven

Facebook page offering free passes for Alton Towers is not associated with the theme park

Thousands of people commented on and shared the post in 24 hours.Source

Facebook post does not show a missing man with dementia named ‘Mr Jones’

A Facebook post uses a photo from the US that has appeared in other hoax posts about missing elderly men.Source

Raw milk won’t cure lactose intolerance, but it might make you ill

An Instagram video claims that raw unpasteurised milk cures lactose intolerance. But raw milk still contains lactose and there’s no evidence it will prevent the digestive issues this causes.Source

Sugar-free alkaline diets won’t ‘starve’ cancer

A video on social media claims that avoiding refined sugar and eating an ‘alkaline’ diet will have an anti-cancer effect. This isn’t supported by the evidence.Source

Has a Labour government ever left office with unemployment lower than when it came in?

While most Labour governments haven’t, historic unemployment data suggests there’s at least one exception.Source

Which is faster gravity or light?

I always wondered if somehow the sun disappeared in one instant (I know impossible). Would we notice the disappearing light first, or the shift in gravity? I know light takes about 8 minutes 20 seconds to reach Earth, and is a theoretical limit to speed but gravity being a force is it faster or slower?…… Read More »

30 Interesting Facts About Milk

Here are 25 interesting facts about milk. 1. An 80-year-old woman was killed in a Brazilian clinic when a student nurse accidentally administered coffee and milk through her IV line. – Source 2. 28 US states have an official state beverage. 21 of those 28 chose milk. Alabama chose whiskey. – Source 3. Lactase Persistence, the…… Read More »

Pizza Tops the List: A Study on Food Addiction Rankings

In 2016, research from the University of Michigan discovered that out of all foods, pizza was the most likely to create addictive behavior, with chocolate and potato chips coming in close behind. On the opposite end of the spectrum, cucumbers, carrots, and beans were found to be the least habit-forming foods, being even less addictive… Read More »

Unexpected Ejection: A Sky-High Surprise

A man who was presented with a fighter jet flight as a gift from his colleagues unintentionally triggered the ejection seat and was thrust out of the cockpit. He lived to tell the tale, even though he admitted that he had never shown any prior desire with embarking on such a flight. A 64-year-old defence… Read More »

WTF Fun Fact 13415 – World’s Oldest Dog

The world’s oldest dog is an astonishing 31! Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 13415 – World’s Oldest Dog appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

Five Fascinating Discoveries About Marilyn Monroe’s Life

Marilyn Monroe, the Hollywood icon whose life and death continue to captivate audiences around the world, is still shrouded in a myriad of fascinating facts and anecdotes. Unveiled here are five intriguing aspects of Monroe’s life that offer fresh insights into her remarkable journey. 1. Childhood and Early Marriage: A treasure trove of personal writings… Read More »