Netherlands Close Eight Prisons Due To Lack Of Criminals
The Netherlands close eight prisons in 2013 due to lack of criminals.
Pope Francis: Protecting Children. Eradicating Abuse
Pope Francis criminalized child molestation in Vatican City for the first time in 2013.
Can Memory be Inherited?
Memories can be passed down to later generations through genetic switches that allow offspring to inherit the experience of their ancestors, according to new research that may explain how phobias can develop.
Credit Card Fraud in the United States
Almost half the world's credit card frauds happen in the U.S.
A Pulitzer-Winning Photographer’s Suicide
Dear God, I promise I will never waste my food no matter how bad it can taste.
Why did the US boycott the 1980 Olympics?
The Soviet Union’s invasion of Afghanistan in December 1979 led to the largest boycott in the history of the Olympic movement.
Are People Taller in the Morning Than at Night?
Yes, we are taller in the morning.
Where is the World’s Largest Labyrinth?
Out in the countryside near Parma, Italy, you’ll find the world’s largest labyrinth – Mason’s Labyrinth, or Labirinto della Masone.
How Much Urine Does a Person Produce a Day?
In general, it is considered normal to urinate around 2 liters of liquid every day, but this will vary based on your gender, age and other factors.
Was Robert Kennedy Killed Because He Supported Israel?
Robert Kennedy is shot by a Palestinian man from Jerusalem upset by the senator's pledge to supply Israel with Phantom fighter jets.
When Did Humans Practice Hunter-Gathering?
Until approximately 12,000 years ago, all humans practiced hunting-gathering.
What Does Barbara Mean?
Barbara is Latin for 'strange woman.'
How Many Ships Have Been Abandoned Worldwide?
Over 70 ships and more than 1,000 seafarers were abandoned in 2020.
Who Is the Fastest Reader in the World?
World speed reading champion Anne Jones read all 607 pages of the last Harry Potter book in just 47 minutes.
Nigeria’s Nollywood: Most Prolific Movie Machine
Nigeria makes more movies every year than the US.
How Do Eskimos Keep Their Food from Freezing?
Eskimos use refrigerators to stop their food from freezing.