The World’s Least Religious Countries
Just 7% of people in China are religious, making it the least religious country in world.
Mike Tyson Was Arrested 38 Times Before He Turned 13
He was brought up on the cold, hard streets of Brooklyn and spent most of his time getting into scuffles with his peers.
How Many Countries Have Abolished the Death Penalty?
106 countries have abolished the death penalty. Notable exceptions include the U.S., Japan and China.
FedEx Delivering Harry Potter
For the release of 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,' over 9,000 FedEx trucks were used with no other purpose than to deliver the book.
China’s Air Pollution Brings Snowfall to California
Air pollution in China increases snowfall in Sierra Nevada, California.
What’s the Real Origin of “OK”?
The word 'OK' originated in 1839 when a newspaper used it as a funny abbreviation of 'oll korrect.'
China’s Kingdom of the Little People
The Kingdom of the Little People is a theme park near Kunming, China that features comic performances by people with dwarfism.
Prohibition and The Rise of Al Capone
Al Capone made US$60 million a year during the Prohibition era from selling alcohol.
Would You Support a Ban on Disposable Chopsticks?
20 million 20-year-old trees are cut down in China every year to make chopsticks.
The Soldier Who Fought in 3 Armies
Lauri Allan Törni, later known as Larry Alan Thorne, was a Finnish born American soldier.
Who Led the Taiping Rebellion?
Hong Xiuquan, a man thinking he was the younger brother of Jesus, led a rebellion in 1850 to establish his 'Heavenly Kingdom' in China.
British Coins Come Together to Make a Shield
Using all the coins from the 1p to the 50p and fitting them together like a jig-saw, the complete shield is revealed.
First Recorded Use of Marijuana Was in China
The first recorded use of Marijuana was in China, over 4700 years ago.
Where is the Tallest and Biggest Tree?
The tallest tree and the largest tree in the world are both in California.
Puns Are Now Punishable in China
In China, it's illegal to use a wordplay or a pun in advertising or on television.
How Smart is a Cat?
A cat's brain can store 1,000 times more data than an iPad.