02 November 2018
The average bolt of lightning produces enough energy to toast 100,000 pieces of bread. 56% of Internet users have Googled themselves. Today in 1889, North and South Dakota became the 39th and 40th of the United States. People who spend money on experiences rather than possessions are happier. Cats are designated friends. Mexicans can pay their taxes with artwork. The most commonly shoplifted food in the world is cheese. Today in 1936, BBC Television went on the air. The Musalman is the world’s last handwritten newspaper. An empty man is full of himself. A single elephant tooth can weigh 4 kilos. There are no words that rhyme with woman. Addis Ababa means ‘white flower’ in Amharic. Ottawa dropped the last wartime price and rationing on butter, meat, tea, coffee and nylon, today in 1947. Red, white and blue mean freedom to Americans until they are flashing behind your car....