Category Archives: Random Facts
29 Interesting Facts About Kidnappings
1. The Armed Forces of Colombia commissioned a pop song that included a Morse code message to kidnapped military personnel, “19 people rescued, you’re next. Don’t lose hope”, because the kidnappers would let their captives listen to radio. – Source 2. When Canadian reporter Mellissa Fung was kidnapped by bandits in Afghanistan, Afghan intelligence identified…… Read More »
8 Lesser-Known Chia Seeds Facts
If you are a smoothies, baked products, or protein bars fan, you must have come across chia seeds. Also known scientifically as Salvia hispanica, these nutrient-filled products are from the mint family. They can grow up to 3 feet high, producing long, wide leaves. From health benefits to nutritional value, there is no limit to…… Read More »
Interesting facts about Erwin Schrödinger (and his cat)
Nobel Prize winner Erwin Schrödinger was without a doubt one of the most famous physicists of all time. But, there might be more to his accomplishments than you think. Here are just a couple kick ass facts about Schrödinger and his cat. Famous cat thought experiment demonstrates quantum superposition Almost everyone has heard of Schrödinger’s cat –…… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13454 – Dumpling Flavored Soda
25 Interesting Facts About Texas
Here are 25 Interesting Facts About Texas. 1-5 Interesting Facts About Texas 1. There exists a massive abandoned supercollider in Texas. – Source 2. Texas no longer offers a special “last meal” to condemned inmates. Instead, such inmate is offered the same meal served to the rest of the unit. – Source 3. In 1996,…… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13453 – Shark GPS Tracker Draws Shark
25 Facts That People Often Get Wrong
1. Mac computers aren’t “immune” to viruses and they’re definitely not immune to malware. – Source 2. Tourette’s Syndrome usually does not involve yelling swear words. Only about 10% experience vocal tics – Source 3. Bulls are color-blind and to them it doesn’t matter if the matador’s cape is red or any other color. It’s…… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13452 – Canadian Cheeto Statue
5 Black History Month Facts
Regardless of race, everybody has and can contribute to how the world works. Unfortunately, black people have been discriminated against for the longest time. Even though huge strides have been made recently, it remains vital to remember how far we’ve come, hence Black History Month. Observed annually, Black History Month aims to celebrate the achievements…… Read More »
13 Mind blowing Animal Fun Facts
Did you know there are over 8.7 million animal species in the world? And that is only an approximate figure, with scientists believing there are more undiscovered ones. Interestingly, these animals vary in every way that you can think of. While it’s nearly impossible to discuss all the species in this piece, we bring you…… Read More »