Culture & History

Did you know that on the Greek island of Chios, rival churches fire homemade rockets at each other over Easter?

Did you know that Palm Sunday rituals have been celebrated since the fourth century?

Did you know that from 2000 to 2019, the average global life expectancy jumped from 66.8 to 73.1 years?

Did you know that over a thousand elephants helped construct the iconic Taj Mahal, which has become a symbol of love in India?

Did you know that ancient Egyptians invented marshmallows? Only gods and pharaohs were allowed such luxuries, of course!

The fall of Nojpetén in 1697 to Spanish conquistadors marked the end of the once-great Maya civilization.

Did you know that St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was actually born in Britain and captured by Irish raiders at age 16?

You can get married at Stonehenge, making tying the knot a truly powerful and unforgettable experience!

Princess Khutulun, a skilled warrior of Mongolia, was unbeaten in wrestling, outshining male opponents with her prowess.

Mark Twain came up with the "Gilded Age" to highlight an era where glittering wealth masked profound corruption.

Did you know that the European Union's economy makes up approximately one-sixth of the world's total economic output?

Did you know that the Empire State Building's antenna is struck by lightning about 25 times every year?

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