The word “scientist” originated in the 19th century when William Whewell, a…
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WTF Fun Fact 13713 – Maya Angelou: From Streetcar Driver to Literary Icon
Maya Angelou, celebrated poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist, once held a…
WTF Fun Fact 13712 – The Great Male Reunuciation
The Great Male Renunciation marked a pivotal shift in men’s fashion. It…
WTF Fun Fact 13707 – The Biro
Why do some people call ballpoint pens a biro? The ballpoint pen…
WTF Fun Fact 13694 – History of the Chainsaw
The history of the chainsaw, a tool linked with forestry and tree…
WTF Fun Fact 13665 – US Time Zones
In the early days of American history, the concept of time was…
WTF Fun Fact 13632 – The Yellow Pages are Yellow
The iconic Yellow Pages, a staple in homes and businesses for decades,…