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North Korea was founded in September 1948 with the help of the Soviet Union. North Korea is known for being shut off from the rest of the world - so here are 20 amazing facts that will give you a glimpse into life in this mysterious country.

Mermaids are female Merfolk and are known for having a fishtail and human female upper body. They have been mentioned for hundreds of years but are they real, and have they ever existed? Let's venture deep below the surface and take a closer look.

Idaho, also known as "The Gem State" was the 43rd state to join the United States of America on July 3, 1890. The area has been inhabited for at least 15,000 years giving it a rich history. Here are 15 amazing facts all about it.

Maine, also known as “The Pine Tree State,” was the 23rd state to join the United States of America on March 15, 1820. Having been inhabited for more than 5,000 years, this little state is steeped with interesting facts. Here are 15 that'll spark your curiosity.

Traditionally bicycles are two-wheeled and self-propelled modes of transport. The first design of one was back in 1817 and was created by Karl von Drais. Bicycles have come a long way since then and come in many different forms. Here is a short history to get you up to speed.

While many of the most dangerous people around are locked up behind bars, some of the most infamous criminals could still be at large out in the community - meaning an attack could happen at any moment. Here are 7 such persons to look out for!

China is one of the world's biggest countries and is home to the world's largest population. Historically shut off from the rest of the world, this great country is opening up, and we get a glimpse into its rich and unique culture. Here are 20 crazy facts about China.

Easter Sunday has got to be one of the best days of the year, other than Christmas, of course! Have you ever wondered about the day itself, though? It turns out that there’s much more to Easter Sunday than you would think! Check out these interesting Easter Sunday facts!

Satan is a destructive force of evil. He is well known across several cultures around the world, and he is even mentioned within the Bible. But how much do you know about Satan? We've unearthed ten sinister facts all about him.

Some of the oldest homeless shelters in the world were run by The Salvation Army, London, UK, way back in the 1800s. Accommodation here was cheap at just 1 penny to 4 pennies, but they were far from luxurious. Here's a closer look at what those pennies would afford you.

Wendy's is one of the world's biggest fast-food restaurants. It all began in 1969 when the first restaurant opened in Columbus, Ohio. If you're a fan of the company and their delicious hamburgers, then you'll love these top 10 bitesize facts about Wendy's!

Delaware became the first state to join the United States of America on December 7, 1787 making it a very important place on the world map. Check out what makes “The First State” so special in these 15 fascinating facts all about Delaware.