Environment & Climate
The Great Carrier Reef – The Largest Fabricated Reef Ever!
The Great Carrier Reef was “created” on May 17th, 2006, when the US Navy towed the retired carrier out to sea and sunk it.
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Environment & Climate
The Great Carrier Reef – The Largest Fabricated Reef Ever!
The Great Carrier Reef was “created” on May 17th, 2006, when the US Navy towed the retired carrier out to sea and sunk it.
Film & TV
30 Freaky Facts About American Horror Story
Due to the timeline being reset, American Horror Story: Apocalypse is the only season to end with all the characters alive.
Buildings & Construction
The World’s Quietest Place
This place is so quiet that nobody has been able to stay in the chamber in darkness for more than one hour.
Chemistry & Physics
Can You Reach The End Of A Rainbow?
Did you know that a rainbow will always be the same distance away from you, no matter where you are?
Health & Medicine
14 Fart-Tastic Facts About Farts That You Should Know
Did you know that the world's oldest joke is actually a fart joke?
Holidays & Celebrations
How Coca-Cola Actually Changed Santa’s Appearance
Coca-Cola only made one change to Santa's appearance, and it wasn't making him red...
Environment & Climate
3 Biggest Snow Myths That Will Surprise You
Deep snow can sometimes appear blue in color because the extra layers of snow create a filter for light.
Language & Literature
5 Phrases & Actions We Use That Come From Ancient Times
In medieval times, knights and nobles would often ride huge warhorses that were specifically bred for fighting and strength.
Music & Instruments
5 Fast Facts About Kero Kero Bonito
Kero Kero Bonito is a British band who uses a delightfully crazy mix of snyth, English and Japanese lyrics and catchy tunes.
Games & Toys
15 Spooky Facts About Haunter | Pokémon
The Pokémon Haunter got its name from a combination of the words "haunt" and "hunter".
Film & TV
How The Original Death Star Was Saved From Being A Trashcan
A long time ago in an antiques shop far far away, a Star Wars fan found the Death Star on display.
Chemistry & Physics
A Spoon Of Oil Can Calm A Lake
Benjamin Franklin would tell people that he could calm a choppy lake with the touch of his cane. He used oil for this magic trick.