Interesting facts

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One family has served in Congress continuously since 1933​

One family has served in Congress continuously since 1933.

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Devil's advocate was once an actual position in the Catholic Church.​

Devil's advocate was once an actual position in the Catholic Church.

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Devil's advocate used to be an actual job within the Catholic Church

The role of the Devil’s advocate was to argue against the beatification of mystics. Contrary to popular belief, they did not wear Prada.

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Devil's advocate - Wikipedia

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Devil's Advocate

Advocatus Diaboli (Advocate of the Devil), a popular...

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The ancient Japanese calendar had 72 microseasons.​

The ancient Japanese calendar had 72 microseasons.

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The 72 Japanese micro-seasons

Ever since our ancestors gazed skywards or closely observed the wonders of the natural world around them, they saw patterns in cycles and found ways to recall them. Different cultures around the world have developed systems to mark the passage of time, and every calendar reveals something about how

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Japan's 72 Poetic Micro-Seasons — Field & Nest

What bland words Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall (or Autumn) really are. What little they actually do to conjour up exactly what is occurring in nature at a given time. I recently discovered the traditional Japanese calendar, and my heart was immediately aflu

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https://www.fastcompany.com/3056688/this-app-guides-you-through-all-72-microseasons-in-japans-traditional-calendar

 

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The ancient Japanese calendar had 72 microseasons.​

The ancient Japanese calendar had 72 microseasons.

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The 72 Japanese micro-seasons

Ever since our ancestors gazed skywards or closely observed the wonders of the natural world around them, they saw patterns in cycles and found ways to recall them. Different cultures around the world have developed systems to mark the passage of time, and every calendar reveals something about how

www.kyotojournal.org

Japan's 72 Poetic Micro-Seasons — Field & Nest

What bland words Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall (or Autumn) really are. What little they actually do to conjour up exactly what is occurring in nature at a given time. I recently discovered the traditional Japanese calendar, and my heart was immediately aflu

www.fieldandnest.com

https://www.fastcompany.com/3056688/this-app-guides-you-through-all-72-microseasons-in-japans-traditional-calendar

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Japanese man who spent $16K to become a ‘dog’ shares how his family reacted to transformation

The Japanese man who made global headlines for spending thousands of dollars on a hyper-realistic dog costume has shared his family’s reaction to his transformation. Background: The man, known only by his canine moniker “Toco,” had wanted to transform into man’s four-legged best friend since...

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One last Japanese focused thingee and then I'm done...
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The people of Iceland are NOT free to name their baby ANY NAME that they wish.
They must select a baby name from an approved list. If the name they wish for their baby is not on that approved list then they have the option to submit the "new" name to a committee...seeking their approval.
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Naming Traditions in Iceland - Iceland with a View

When we found out we were moving to Iceland, one of my Houston friends made me a coffee mug as a going away present. It said “Dr. Buckleysdottir” on it with a picture of Iceland on it – helloooo, best...

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Five countries don’t have airports.​

Five countries don’t have airports.

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These five countries have no airport (because there’s no space) - Ferrovial

Is so rare to find a country without an airport but there you can a few of them in Europe where there is simply no room for airports

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Which Countries Have No Airport?

There are five countries, all located in Europe, out of the 196 countries in the world that have no airports located within their borders.

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Pigs don't sweat.​

Pigs don't sweat.

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Do Pigs Sweat? How to Keep Your Pigs Cool During the Summer — J&R Pierce Family Farm: Official Blog

If you have pigs, you might be wondering, “do pigs sweat?” Here, we’ll answer that question - and give you some tips on how to keep your pigs cool all summer long.

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Keeping Pigs Cool in the Summer Heat

Practicing some seasonal tips along with good husbandry can reduce the impact of heat stress on swine herd performance.

extension.psu.edu

Is it true that pigs do not have sweat glands and, therefore, are not able to get rid of toxins in their bodies? i.e. making the pork meat unhealthy to eat. – Hogs, Pigs, and Pork

 

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The models for the painting "American Gothic" were the artist's sister and dentist.​

The models for the painting "American Gothic" were the artist's sister and dentist.

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American Gothic - Wikipedia

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The models for ‘American Gothic’ pose in front of the iconic painting, 1942 - Rare Historical Photos

American Gothic is one of the most famed U.S. paintings and the models who posed were Nan Wood Graham, the painter’s sister, and Dr. Byron McKeeby, a dentist.

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American Gothic: The Top Five FAQs | The Art Institute of Chicago

Our very own Sarah Kelly Oehler, Field-McCormick Chair and Curator of American Art, sits for a spell to shed some light on the popularity of this Midwestern masterpiece.

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Royal Air Force WWII uniforms included a pants button that served as a compass.​

Royal Air Force WWII uniforms included a pants button that served as a compass.

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WWII RAF Button Compass (1940s)

The secret compass hidden behind a pair of WW2 trouser buttons

The buttons could share a direct link to James Bond.

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Escape compasses - Paratrooper.be

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Sharks have been on Earth longer than trees​

Sharks have been on Earth longer than trees.

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Shark evolution: a 450 million year timeline

Evolving before trees and weathering five mass extinctions, sharks are true survivors.

www.nhm.ac.uk

17 Shocking Things Sharks Are Older Than

You may be suprised by how long sharks have been around. Here are some suprising things sharks are older than.

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Are Sharks Older Than Trees? - Dutch Shark Society

Are sharks older than trees? Both sharks and trees have been around for millions of years, but it might surprise you to know that sharks are even older than our forest friends.

www.dutchsharksociety.org

 

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The red trolley on “Mister Rogers' Neighborhood” traveled 5,000 miles annually.​

The red trolley on “Mister Rogers' Neighborhood” traveled 5,000 miles annually.

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12 Facts About Mister Rogers' Neighborhood | Parenting Tips & Advice

Learn fun facts about Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, one of the longest-running programs in television history.

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18 Things You Didn't Know About Mister Rogers

He was truly a gift to us all — you and old.

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Umbrellas were once used only by women.​

Umbrellas were once used only by women.

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The history of umbrellas: from its origins to the present day

Foldable umbrella, automatic umbrella, mini umbrella, large umbrella, wind resistant, always dry… There is something for everyone now! But what are the origins of this indispensable accessory?

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History of the Umbrella

As the heat and rain are just facts of life, it’s hard to imagine humans having never been without umbrellas since our ancestors learned to fashion tools. However, the umbrella as we know it today indeed has a history that tells us how uncommon its use was for centuries and of its exclusive...

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8 Mind-Expanding Facts About Umbrellas

They owe a lot to China—and they used to be ladies-only.

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It wasn't all that long ago either. It was during my lifetime at least (the earlier part of it anyway).

Umbrellas were once used only by women.​

Umbrellas were once used only by women.

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The history of umbrellas: from its origins to the present day

Foldable umbrella, automatic umbrella, mini umbrella, large umbrella, wind resistant, always dry… There is something for everyone now! But what are the origins of this indispensable accessory?

www.beau-nuage.fr

History of the Umbrella

As the heat and rain are just facts of life, it’s hard to imagine humans having never been without umbrellas since our ancestors learned to fashion tools. However, the umbrella as we know it today indeed has a history that tells us how uncommon its use was for centuries and of its exclusive...

www.umbrellaworkshop.com

8 Mind-Expanding Facts About Umbrellas

They owe a lot to China—and they used to be ladies-only.

www.mentalfloss.com

 

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Newborn red kangaroos are less than an inch long.​

Newborn red kangaroos are less than an inch long.

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Kangaroo - Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden®

There are red and gray kangaroos at Roo Valley! Kangaroos live in social groups called mobs. Males, called boomers, are…read more

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Kangaroo facts and photos

Kangaroos possess powerful hind legs, a long, strong tail, and small front legs. Kangaroos belong to the animal family Macropus, literally "big foot." Thanks to their large feet, kangaroos can leap some 30 feet (9 meters) in a single bound, and travel more than 30 miles (48 kilometers) per hour...

kids.nationalgeographic.com

Kangaroos and Wallabies - The Difficult Life Of A Newborn Kangaroo

 

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Scientists recently created the world’s whitest paint.​

Scientists recently created the world’s whitest paint.

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Scientists Have Developed the Whitest White Paint Ever Made—So Reflective It Can Cool Surfaces | Artnet News

Scientists at Purdue University have a new version of their super-white acrylic paint that reflects 98.1 percent of sunlight.

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Scientists created the world's whitest paint. It could eliminate the need for air conditioning.

The world's whitest paint has been created in a lab at Purdue, a paint so white that it could eventually reduce the need for air conditioning.

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The whitest paint is here – and it’s the coolest. Literally.

In an effort to curb global warming, Purdue University engineers have created the whitest paint yet. Coating buildings with this paint may one day cool them off enough to reduce the need for air conditioning, the researchers say.

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didnt they do the same for black paint

Anish Kapoor Owns the Rights to the Blackest Color Ever Made. Now Another Artist Is Making His Own—and It's Even Blacker

Stuart Semple's new blackest black paint, Black 3.0, an alternative to Vantablack, is available to everyone—except Anish Kapoor.

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The voice actors behind Mickey and Minnie Mouse got married in real life.​

The voice actors behind Mickey and Minnie Mouse got married in real life.

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The Voice Of Mickey Mouse Married The Voice Of Minnie Mouse - Orlando Tickets, Hotels, Packages

The man who served as the voice of Mickey mouse for over 30 years, Wayne Allwine, was married to the woman who voices Minnie Mouse, Russi Taylor. Who knew, right? The two were married for nearly two decades until Wayne Allwine passed away in 2009. He was only 62. It wasn’t until the...

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Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Voice Actors Kept Their Real-Life Marriage a Secret

Is the iconic Disney couple married? The voice actors behind Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse kept their marriage a secret for years.

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A cat once co-authored a physics paper.​

A cat once co-authored a physics paper.

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F.D.C. Willard: How a feline physicist took on atomic science | Discover Los Alamos National Laboratory}

The true story of the Siamese cat who authored 2 scientific papers

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In 1975, This Cat Became A Co-Author Of An Academic Physics Paper On Atomic Behavior At Different Temperatures

Normally, Bored Panda doesn't cover physics research papers, but when it involves a cat as its co-author...

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James McNeill Whistler painted his mother after the person he was supposed to paint didn’t show up.​

James McNeill Whistler painted his mother after the person he was supposed to paint didn’t show up.

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What's the deal with Whistler and his Mother?

What do you think of when I mention the artist, James Whistler? Most people think of his famous painting,

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James Abbott McNeill Whistler: A Leader of the Aesthetic Movement (12 Facts)

Most famous for the iconic portrait of his mother, James Abbott McNeill Whistler is also remembered for stirring controversy with his paintings and his personality.

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A famous caricaturist hid the name of his daughter in his drawings for decades as a game​

A famous caricaturist hid the name of his daughter in his drawings for decades as a game.

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New Al Hirschfeld Exhibit Celebrates 75 Years Of Looking For Nina

The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has just unveiled a mew, free online exhibition, "A National Insanity: 75 years of Looking For NINA," live through January 21, 2021.

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Al Hirschfeld Caricatures & Theater Portraits - Swann Galleries News

Our July 16 sale features a selection of Broadway portraits by famed caricaturist Al Hirschfeld, including the only portrait of actor Paul Robeson.

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