Mount Everest was named after Sir George Everest despite his lack of connection to the mountain and against his wishes. He opposed the naming due to the difficulties in writing “Everest” in Hindi and the difficulty in pronunciation for local people. in fact, he never got to see with his own eyes the mountain that […]
Discovering Saskatchewan: 5 Interesting Facts
Saskatchewan has much to offer. In this article, explore the lesser-known aspects of Saskatchewan such as being the largest producer of lentils in the world, a bombing attack during WWII, the 1950s hub for LSD research, the Athabasca Sand Dunes, and a town named Adanac.
5 Interesting Facts about Jainism: Symbolism, Non-Violence, Fire, Diet, God
This article outlines 5 interesting facts about Jainism, a religion with a rich history and unique set of beliefs and practices.
The Daring Life of Amelia Earhart: 7 Interesting Facts about Amelia Earhart
Uncover the fascinating life and legacy of Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. Learn 10 interesting facts about this pioneering aviator, including her passion for fashion and commitment to an open marriage.
In 1947, Snag, Yukon recorded a temperature…
In 1947, Snag, Yukon recorded a temperature of -83°F (-64°C) so low that sounds traveled 4 miles, causing people’s breath to turn to powder and fall to the ground and river ice to boom like gun shots.
Fender Guitar found in a study…
Fender Guitar found in a study that 90% of new guitar players stop playing within a year, however, the 10% who persist spend an average of $10,000 on gear, buying 5-7 guitars and several amps over their lifetime.
The Irving Family, owning 1.26 million acres…
The Irving Family, owning 1.26 million acres, is Maine‘s largest landowner. They’ve planted over 1 billion trees in the US and Canada. Private landowners, including the Irvings, primarily use their lands for lumber production and milling. These properties use forests to make lumber and paper products.
In the mid 1770s, a group of English physicians…
In the mid 1770s, a group of English physicians conducted experiments to investigate the limits of human survival in extreme temperatures. They took turns exposing themselves to temperatures as high as 260F/127C in specially heated rooms. Through their research, they were able to demonstrate the connection between perspiration and the body‘s ability to regulate heat.
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, also known as the Pacific Trash Vortex, is a vast area of the Pacific Ocean where marine debris, primarily plastics, have accumulated due to ocean currents. This area, located between Hawaii and California, is considered one of the largest ocean garbage patches in the world. The patch is made up […]
Cherokee writing system
The Cherokee writing system, one of the only examples in history of an official script being invented from scratch by a member of a non-literate group, was created by a man named Sequoyah. Within just 25 years of its creation, nearly 100% of the Cherokee population was literate, and the script served as inspiration for […]