#facts

emoji_objects  What is a fascinating historical fact that comes to mind immediately?

Did you know that in 1962, the United States almost launched a nuclear warhead at the Soviet Union? It all started when a group of radar operators in...    Read more

remove_red_eye  Can a person's eye color change with mood or age?

Eye color is determined by the amount and type of pigments in the iris, which is the part of the eye that gives it color. The color of the iris is...    Read more

emoji_objects  What is a fascinating historical fact that comes to mind immediately?

Did you know that in 1962, the United States almost launched a nuclear warhead at the Soviet Union? It all started when a group of radar operators in...    Read more

category  How have the categories in Guinness World Records evolved over time, and what are some of the most recent additions?

The Guinness World Records was first published in 1955 and since its inception, has been keeping track of a variety of world records from human...    Read more

terrain  What is the highest mountain in Africa?

The highest mountain in Africa is Mount Kilimanjaro which is located in Tanzania. Kilimanjaro is one of the world's Seven Summits, which is the name...    Read more

sports  What are some of the most interesting football facts from history?

Football, also known as soccer in some countries, is one of the most popular sports in the world with a rich history dating back centuries. Here are...    Read more

local_cafe  Does drinking coffee or other caffeinated beverages stunt your growth?

There's a common myth that drinking coffee or other caffeinated beverages can stunt your growth, but is there any truth to this? The short answer is...    Read more

history  What is the most interesting piece of historical trivia that you know?

History is full of fascinating trivia that can help us understand the past in new and unexpected ways. Here is one example:Did you know that in the...    Read more

history  What are some of the biggest misconceptions about historical events?

Historical events are often shrouded in myth and legend, and over time, many misconceptions have become widely accepted as fact. Here are some of the...    Read more

sports_basketball  What are some of the most interesting basketball facts from history?

Basketball, as we know it today, was invented in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith, a Canadian physical education instructor. Since then, it has become one...    Read more