Luke Ward is the founder of The Fact Site. He has over 14 years of experience in researching, informative writing, fact-checking, SEO & web design. In his spare time, he loves to explore the world, drink coffee & attend trivia nights.
National Popcorn Day | January 19
Holidays & Events
Nov 7, 2022
Did you know that popcorn pops when it reaches a temperature of about 347°F?
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A Baked Bean A Day Will Keep Death Away!
Health & Body
Aug 22, 2022
The main reason baked beans are so healthy is because they contain antioxidants.
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“Every Penny Makes A Difference In A Credit Crunch”
Business & Economy
Sep 3, 2020
Pound World went out of business because a store called 99p Stores, was selling the same products but for just 1p cheaper!
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Facts About Smoking That You Didn’t Know
Health & Body
May 11, 2020
Did you know that smokers have ten times more wrinkles than people that do not smoke?
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A Few Fun Facts About the Dik-Dik
Animals
Mar 17, 2021
Did you know that a dik-dik is a tiny antelope that lives in the bush of East Africa, Namibia and Angola?
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5 Fast Facts About Yawning That Wont Send You To Sleep
Health & Body
May 11, 2020
Yawning is contagious, if you see somebody yawn, there's a very high chance you'll feel like yawning too.
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The History & Origins Of The Microwave
Physics
Mar 17, 2021
The first microwave was built in 1947. It was a massive 5'9" tall, and weighed 750lbs.
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Does A Duck’s Quack Echo?
Animals
Mar 17, 2021
They worked out that a duck's quack does echo, but it is really tricky to hear because of the tone of the quack.
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Was Humpty Dumpty An Egg?
Historic Events
Mar 17, 2021
Humpty Dumpty was actually a powerful cannon used in the Siege of Colchester during the English Civil War.
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Are Jaffa Cakes A Cake Or Biscuit?
Food & Drink
Nov 9, 2022
Believe it or not, but Jaffa Cakes are actually cakes, which is why VAT isn't charged on them.
