Who Killed the Dutch Prime Minister?
In 1672, an angry mob of Dutchmen killed and ate their prime minister.
How Often Do Hummingbirds Eat?
Hummingbirds frequently eat about every 15 minutes as they can not go over 5 hours without nourishment.
How Many People Were Sacrificed by the Aztecs?
The Aztecs sacrificed 1% of their population every year, or about 250,000 people.
Is Sochi 2014 the Most Expensive Olympics Ever?
The 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics cost more than the previous 13 Olympics combined.
How Many Scientific Papers Do People Read?
According to one 2007 study, not many people: half of academic papers are read only by their authors and journal editors, the study's authors write.
How Many Trees Are Cut Down for Toilet Paper?
27,000 trees are felled each day for toilet paper.
Can Astronauts Grow Taller in Space?
Astronauts in space can grow up to 3 percent taller during the time spent living in microgravity, NASA scientists say.
Melbourne in Australia Was Previously Called Batmania
The modern-day city of Melbourne in Australia was briefly named 'Batmania' after John Batman, who claimed to have found the city in 1835.
Swedish Olympian Who Had to Forfeit His Medal for Drinking Beer
The first Olympian disqualified for 'banned substances' just had two beers to calm his nerves before the pistol shooting in 1968 Mexico Games.
The Number of North Korean Defectors
In the last 60 years, over 23,000 North Koreans have defected to South Korea.
Snakes Will Blow up if They Eat Alka-Seltzer
Powerful acids in snakes' stomachs mean they will explode if given Alka-Seltzer.
Is Bottled Water Just Tap Water?
40% of all bottled water sold in the world is tap water.
Can Sleep Improve Your Performance?
Believing you've slept well, even if you haven't, is believed to improve performance.
Compare This McDonald’s Worker’s Pay to the CEO’s
It takes the average McDonald's employee 7 months to earn what a CEO makes in an hour.
The Diminishment of Wedding Rings
Over 6 milligrams of gold are lost every year from a Wedding Ring just by wearing it.
Does God Care About the Super Bowl?
Twenty-five percent of Americans believe God decides the winner of the Super Bowl.