During the First World War, King Albert I of Belgium, who was born in 1875 and reigned from 1909 to 1934, led the Belgian Army directly from the frontlines. Concurrently, his wife Elisabeth served as a nurse at the front, while their young son Leopold, just 12 years old, bravely joined the battle as a… Read More »
The first successful landing on an aircraft carrier was performed without the aid of arresting wires for stopping the plane. Instead, crew members on deck grabbed ropes tied to the plane. Edwin Dunning lands his Sopwith Pup on HMS Furious on August 2, 1917, as members of the deck crew rush to grab loops fitted… Read More »
Kathryn Lawes, affectionately referred to as the “Mother of Sing Sing,” resided within the notorious prison’s facility along with her children. As the wife of the warden, she was deeply cherished by the inmates, who reverently addressed her as “Mother.” Kathryn Stanley Lawes, earned her title of “Mother” due to her compassionate work with inmates… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »
When it comes to the paranormal, the truth can sometimes be stranger than fiction. Ghost stories and eerie encounters have always enthralled us, so here are five intriguing facts about haunted houses, ghosts, and the world of the supernatural. Photo by depositphotos.com 1. The Scientific Explanation Behind Haunted Houses A large number of purported haunted… Read More »
Spanning 130 meters in length and possessing the capacity to hold over 7000 individuals, with 4000 allocated as rowers, the Tessarakonteres represents the most sizable ship of ancient times. Commissioned by Ptolemy IV Philopator in the 3rd century BCE, its construction demanded the development of a rudimentary dry dock. However, its extraordinary dimensions ultimately rendered… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »