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WTF Fun Fact – Long Speech Short Reign

The longest US presidential inauguration speech was made by William Henry Harrison at 8,445 words. The speech was so long, … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Long Speech Short Reign appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Michael Buble Fired From The X-Files

Michael Bublé, while working as an extra, was fired from the set of The X-Files for stealing a hot dog … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Michael Buble Fired From The X-Files appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

10 Interesting Facts About Alfred Nobel

Everyone knows about the Nobel Peace Prize, but do you know where it originated? In 1895, Alfred Nobel indicated in his will that the Nobel Prize should be awarded “to those who, during the preceding year, have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind.” The foundation awards 5 prizes to those with the greatest contributions to Physiology or Medicine, Physics,…… Read More »

5 Facts About Pythagoras

In mathematics, The Pythagorean Theorem solves geometrical equations related to a right-angled triangle. The man who came up with the theorem during ancient Greek times was a mathematician named Pythagoras. While we learned The Pythagorean Theorem in school, we may not know anything about the man himself. Let’s learn 5 facts about Pythagoras. 1. Cult…… Read More »

WTF Fun Fact – Jack White Saves Masonic Temple

The largest Masonic Temple in the world, the Detroit Masonic Temple, was saved from foreclosure in 2013 by Jack White … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Jack White Saves Masonic Temple appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Portable Dialysis Machine

17-year-old Canadian Anya Pogharian invented a portable dialysis machine which cost $500 to build as part of her high school … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Portable Dialysis Machine appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Wizard Of Wikipedia Steven Pruitt

As of February 2021, Steven Pruitt has made over 4 million edits to Wikipedia’s English content and 35k original articles … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Wizard Of Wikipedia Steven Pruitt appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – David Beckham’s Leg Insurance

In 2006, David Beckham took out an insurance policy for his legs and looks for £100 million. – WTF Fun Facts Source: Going … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – David Beckham’s Leg Insurance appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Hats Stop Radio Coverage For Kings Wedding

In 1923, the Archbishop of Canterbury vetoed live radio coverage of King George VI’s wedding, fearing men in pubs would … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Hats Stop Radio Coverage For Kings Wedding appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Galileo’s Fingers On Display

After being sold at auction, astronomer Galileo’s tooth, thumb and middle finger are now on display along with a third … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Galileo’s Fingers On Display appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Underwater Periscope

In the 1930’s, Dorothy Beck used an underwater periscope to sketch fish as she travelled around the world. – WTF Fun Facts … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Underwater Periscope appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source