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In 1978, investigative journalists…

In 1978, investigative journalists from the Chicago Sun-Times purchased and ran a neighborhood bar as a means of uncovering corruption by city inspectors. Source

100 Authors Against Einstein

In 1931, a book titled “100 Authors Against Einstein” was published by 100 scientists who denounced Einstein’s theory of relativity as nonsense and expressed disappointment in the lack of recognition for their own work. Source

Millennial fathers are dedicating three…

Millennial fathers are dedicating three times as much time to their children as their own fathers did with them. In 1982, 43% of fathers stated that they never changed a diaper, but now, that number has dropped to 3%. Source

In 1910, Mahatma Gandhi sought…

In 1910, Mahatma Gandhi sought advice from Leo Tolstoy, as they both were strong advocates for vegetarianism. Gandhi also established “Tolstoy Farm” in South Africa to promote peace, love, and balance. Source

Korowai tribe

The Korowai tribe, also known as the Kolufo, is an indigenous people of Papua, Indonesia. The Korowai tribe was first contacted by outsiders in the 1970s. The Dutch missionary, Father Verheijen, was the first outsider to visit them in 1974. He made several trips to the region to study the Korowai people and their culture.… Read More »

During the Middle Ages, it was believed that…

During the Middle Ages, it was believed that ringing church bells during thunderstorms would ward off lightning. However, this practice was discontinued after over 100 bell ringers were struck and killed by lightning. Source

Colonial America

Before the revolution in America, the UK had been transporting convicts to the colonies for many years. As a result, there was a significant number of prisoners in colonial America. It is believed that the state of Georgia was established as a penal colony. After the revolution, the UK began sending convicts to Australia instead.… Read More »

In Bermuda, as there is no natural…

In Bermuda, as there is no natural water source, residents collect rainwater by installing white, stepped roofs on their homes. Source

In the US, less than 1% of nuns are under 40…

In the US, less than 1% of nuns are under 40, with the average age being 80 years old. Source

Handwriting in schools

The introduction of the Common Core State Standards in 2010 led to many schools removing handwriting instruction, including cursive writing, from their curriculum as it was no longer a requirement for students to be proficient in it. Source

In 1925, Nome, Alaska was hit by a diphtheria…

In 1925, Nome, Alaska was hit by a diphtheria epidemic and all the available antitoxin had been exhausted. Since land, air, and sea routes were not feasible, 20 mushers and 150 sled dogs bravely carried the serum over a distance of 674 miles in just 5 and a half days despite harsh subzero temperatures, near-blizzard… Read More »