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That time when Marylin Monroe posed in a Potato Sack
What's up folks! Hope the long weekend was a good one and you all got to spend some time with loved ones. Mine was filled with swimming pools, barbecue and sunshine... except Monday... we did get some rain on Memorial Day.... I guess that was appropriate. Well folks we're going to the glamorous 50s to the time when the Blonde Bombshell herself was causing controversy... Specifically with a Potato Sack... let's dive into this story... Billy @ Fact Brainiac Today's Sponsor That's right, I'm...
“The” is most common written word in English
English words today come from a variety of languages, originating from Greek, French, Latin, and many others. But perhaps the most important of them all is German, whose words form the backbone of English. That’s why English is...
This 1,000 year old windmill still works
When we talk about clean energy and sustainable engineering, we often direct our gaze towards the latest technology. We think about sleek solar panels, modern wind farms, and futuristic electric vehicles. However, in today's newsletter, we'll take a step back and marvel at the roots of wind power.
I'm taking you back a thousand years to the wind-battered lands of Persia...
Secrets hidden in Whale Earwax
Beneath the waves, a humpback whale's haunting song rings out. These giants of the deep have captivated humanity for ages with their intelligence, emotions and intricate social bonds. Yet much about whales remains a mystery due to their hidden underwater lives.
This Queen’s Revenge Destroyed 3 Cities and Killed 70,000
A tale of resolute vengeance unfolds as we delve into the saga of Boudica, the fearless Celtic queen who defied the formidable Roman Empire. Leading her tribe on an astonishing crusade, she conquered three cities, and her thirst for retribution led to the demise of 70,000 individuals. Her inspiring story of determination and revenge continues to captivate historians and history enthusiasts alike.
Tough Miners’ Wear to Style Icon: The History of Blue Jeans
Few items feel as timelessly iconic as blue jeans. Their casual aesthetic seamlessly blends into any era, worn by everyone from laborers to rockstars to fashion models. Yet this versatile wardrobe staple wasn’t always mainstream apparel. Jeans began strictly as hardy gear for gritty frontier survival before becoming universal closet necessities over nearly 150 years.
