Do you know about party traditions from around the world? Like how they celebrated in the US in the 1970s? (Hint: disco.) Carnival traditions started in Europe. Festivals like Carnival in Rio de Janeiro evolved from European pre-Lenten celebrations with parades, music, and costumes. The Greeks had “symposiums.” In ancient Greece, a symposium was a …
What kind of reality TV shows do you love to binge? From fears to dating, there is something for everyone. Some shows use hidden cameras to capture natural reactions. Some shows are criticized for lacking authenticity. Judges or audience votes are commonly used to determine outcomes. Docuseries-style reality shows follow real-life professions or lifestyles. Reality …
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Did you ever think of people disappearing into the fog? Here are 9 true stories of these occurrences? 1. The Great Smog of London (1952) In December 1952, a deadly pollution fog known as the Great Smog of London blanketed London for five days. Visibility dropped to just a few feet, stopping traffic and closing …
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Do you know these fun facts about heels? Like that heels were originally made and designed for men? (Of course they were, sorry not sorry but eyeroll.) Meanwhile, women’s fashion kept heels, gradually associating them more with femininity. Early heels were often chunky and practical, nothing like the thin stilettos we see today. By the …
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Do you know these dark facts about families? There are so many things to learn about those that share our blood. Parents who control every aspect of a child’s life may inhibit decision-making, confidence, and problem-solving, leaving adults anxious and incapable of independence. Overprotection can come at an unwanted cost. Did you know this as …
Do you know all of these facts about bottled water? Like how long some companies have been bottling water from prized sources? Bottled water has existed for centuries. People have been bottling water from natural springs since the 1700s because they believed the water had health benefits. (Team spring water over all water here! Some …
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Do you think you know all these fun facts about saunas? If you know an extra fun fact, share it in the comments! Saunas are used in several countries. Countries like Finland especially, Sweden, Estonia, and Germany are all places that love their saunas. Many athletes use saunas after workouts to relax muscles and help …
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Do you remember these fun facts about 1998? Seems like so long ago now. Using the internet meant the sound of dial-up internet for millions of people. Madonna released the album Ray of Light, winning multiple Grammys. Collecting Beanie Babies reached peak popularity in 1998. Saving Private Ryan, by director Steven Spielberg, became one of …
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These funny toddler traits will have you smiling from ear to ear. Sorry not sorry but how fun are toddlers!? They may call all animals “dog” at first. This is called overextension and a normal language phase. A toddler’s laugh is contagious partly because it’s usually spontaneous and unfiltered. Their working memory is limited which …
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There are so many more more bizarre psychological situations people have endured! Have you read Bizarre Psychological Situations People Endured: Part One? Dr. Lena Voss, a respected psychiatrist in Zurich had, had a patient that had her questioning herself. She began questioning whether her own childhood memories belonged to her or to her patient. Adrian …
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