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I don’t know about you, Pandas, but cool facts are like Pringles to me: once you have one, then you want another, and soon enough you just can’t stop yourself from having more and more. And I’m not the only one with an appetite for learning new things!

A whopping 1.2 million people follow the ‘Weird Facts’ Instagram page and they can’t get enough of the tantalizing trivia it shares on their social media feeds. We’ve collected some of the most interesting history and science facts shared by the page for you to enjoy as well, dear Readers, so have a scroll down and upvote the ones that you found interesting and surprising.

Did any of these facts change how you view the world? Did you by any chance know every single fact in this article? Do you have any cool trivia to share with all the other Pandas? You can share your thoughts, feelings, and opinions in the comment section. Ready to learn some awesome stuff? Let’s go!

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Clever Medicine Saves Lives

Historic hospital scene illustrating a weird fact about a fake disease used to protect Jews from Nazis during World War II.

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    Quiet Hero Moves

    Elderly man in plaid shirt shares a weird fact about his life and generosity, highlighting unusual world facts.

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    The ‘Weird Facts’ Instagram project eventually grew so large that its founder decided to branch out and create a trivia learning app. There are over 900 random, interesting, and genuine facts that you can learn and then wow your friends and family over dinner with. Some trivia might sound strange, true, but it’s all been double and triple-checked by ‘Weird Facts.’

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    Bored Panda has analyzed the topics of media literacy and how we can distinguish between true and false facts in quite a lot of detail before. Last week, I spoke to Steven Wooding, who is a member of the Institute of Physics in the United Kingdom, who elaborated on what kind of mindset a true, curious, impartial scientist ought to have.

     "Scientists have to be curious about how the world works and persistent in their work, as it may take years for it to pay off. Creativity to imagine what might be possible and attention to detail to gain knowledge are also very important," Steven told Bored Panda during an interview.

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    Secret Good Deeds Club

    Three women smiling together representing weird facts about secret acts of kindness around the world.

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    Legacy of the Silent Strike

    Large crowd of women striking for equal rights in Iceland, a weird fact showing global gender equality progress.

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    Mazer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s sad that the women had to shut down the country to get heard and taken seriously

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    #6

    Books for Every Little One

    Dolly Parton reading a book to children, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique educational programs.

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    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly Parton is a queen.

    Buren
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is the example of making meaningful use of wealth, which most wealthy people are too dumb to understand

    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandsons get these books every month and they love them. Dolly is amazing!

    Aria Whitaker
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter nearly cried when she turned 5 and we told her they would no longer be delivered, she loved them so much. Now, we just do weekly trips to the library :)

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    Johnny Pierce
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly Parton is a national treasure.

    Jon S.
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An international treasure as well. She expanded this program to multiple countries.

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    Dinetk
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brilliant person. She donated millions for vaccindevelopment as well.

    Blatidae
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The more I hear about Dolly, the more I like her!

    Rachel Adams
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She did this all over the world. My nieces in Rotherham, UK got them.

    Deb Dedon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly should be on the cover of 'Time' rather than Elon Musk.

    Mark Karol-Chik
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This woman deserves a Presidential Medal of Freedom. More so than that POS limbaugh.

    TrickQuestion
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She turned it down when it was offered. Twice.

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    The Scout
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    While I personally abhor her music, I harbour great respect for her personal engagement and her social action. Unfortunately too few super-rich are following her example...

    Max Thompson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly parton is literally the nicest person ever, she just keeps on giving. Her music does not hurt either lol

    Nikki
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter gets a book a month from the Imagination Library until she 5

    Susan Svitak
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have been getting a free book every month for the past few years! This is a great program. Thanks Dolly

    Suzi Q
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The more I learn about Dolly, the more I love her. When I was a kid in the 70's, people just ridiculed her because of her boobs. I'm so glad she's finally getting the respect she deserved all along. Not to mention how extremely talented she is!!!

    Beth Gietl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read that she has given away 5 million books so far. What a grand lady she is!

    Kona Pake
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would like to be the first to nominate Dolly Parton for the Nobel Prize for Peace, Literature, etc…

    Tuesday Next
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a library assistant and even if I didn't already love Dolly Parton, I'm pretty sure this makes me legally obligated to.

    Keisha
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She has always been such a genuine,down to earth,loving,giving woman and this sounds like something she would do.

    InfectedVoice
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the best people in the world, she is just badass, did everything her own way, supported the discriminated of society and took no s**t from anyone. She should be queen of the world.

    P.A.B.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another cape-less hero 🦸🏻‍♀️

    Ravenna Eisbär
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is completely true and still functional in 2022. My son started getting his monthly books shortly after birth - you do not even have to request them. He got them for two full years every month. They were diverse books and tracked his age with content. She is a national treasure here.

    RifleReptiles
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My little brothers have been using this program. My youngest brother just graduated out of the program. They loved it <3

    Amy Rhea
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She does so much for her hometown as well-especially when we had the bad fires. She is truly an angel!

    Amy Williams
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My son got books from Dolly's foundation he looked forward to his new book every month.

    Morgan Meis
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got a couple books from that program when I was little! I still have them! Dolly truly is one of the kindest people on earth

    Barbara Williamson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is beautiful and I think a sincere woman.

    Andrei Caldararu
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The world doesn't deserve Dolly Parton

    Lise Durocher-Hayward
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly you are amazing I don't live in the states but I wish I could get this for my great grandson he is 6 months old and loves when I read to him

    Agnes Jekyll
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    apparently, she does it in countries other than the US--see if there's a program in your area just in case...

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    S.
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wish I lived in the USA — I'd love to get books every month! Regardless, Dolly Parton is an international treasure. :)

    Cassandra Wee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Australia and my daughter received it until 2.5yrs ago.

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    Hello it Smee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    CubusResident yes she rich now, she came from nothing and built her wealth herself. Her father couldn't read or write and that why she started this program. She uses her money for good. Bet you still buy from Amazon and never complain about how Jeff Bezos use his wealth on selfish B.S. and treating his employees like disposable drones. Not all "rich" people are the same.

    Hilo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved getting these books as a kid

    aNAKEDcupcake
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Their website is www. ImaginationLibrary. Org for more information if you want to register your child!

    Lizzy Abbey (she/they)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was apart of this!!!! we still have those books!

    Ryan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly renamed "Dixie Stampede" to simply "The Stampede" People were offended because of where the meaning of the word "Dixie" came from. This is her response: "There’s such a thing as innocent ignorance, and so many of us are guilty of that," she observes. "When they said 'Dixie' was an offensive word, I thought, 'Well, I don’t want to offend anybody. This is a business. We’ll just call it the Stampede." LOOOOOOOVE HER!

    Brayden Sparks
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dang I hate it when people say people with lots of money are rude

    ALIYA QIAN
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in TN, so I was signed up for this when I was little

    Beth Dutton's my spirit animal
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My nephew's benefited from this program. Dolly THANK YOU SO MUCH! Bless you.

    Bored Panda_14
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I watched her Christmas movies, so from someone who started out with nothing, she doesn't want any kids to feel the same way

    Carol Odrlin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our Queen, the Story of Dolly will be legend. She knows, she knows.

    Mrs. Sherri C (Sherbear)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to live in certain areas in the U.S. It's not available to everyone.

    MygrandsonscallmeNia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandsons get these books!!! We have some really good ones too! Our favorite, a frog in a log! A tongue twister!

    Mahalia Carribon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is wonderful Mrs. Parton. GOD Bless you.

    777dbcoonass metal
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's beautiful inside and out....................

    Klopec
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's the best!

    Yenny Tjiamudjaja
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too bad I didn't know her before. my mother was poor too that I did not get books when i'm 5. .Anyway no reading books didn't hinder me to get post graduate scholarship :)

    Lexi Jensen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every child should have books.

    Holly Bills
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She grew up poor, and I believe that she quietly does more to help the disadvantaged than any more wealthy celebrity in the world!

    Cari Jean Vivian
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bless this woman. Nothing is more powerful than knowledge.

    Tess A
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is the face of humility, kindness, and love

    Miguel Martines Hernandez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DOLLY PORTON SHOULD BE A HERO because she gives children free books

    DeeRay
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is awesome, I've been on the waiting list for 4 years. My kid is about to age out though.

    Patricia Brennan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our Queen. How does one get on a list? Thank you Dolly

    Muriel Gillespie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't it nice to see a story about a celebrity other than going into rehab!!

    Patti Gardner
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😍Awesome way to not only “give-back” but Encourage children to learn how to read!! Awesome Dolly!😘

    kathy fitzpatrick
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My family’s grandchildren have received these books until they were aged out. It’s wonderful & children LOVE getting mail!!

    Francine Scott-Hetrick
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was amazing when I heard about it. The cool part its still going on

    Stephanie Downs
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But you have to live in particular areas to receive them. So I guess there IS a catch…

    Jessica Cain
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SSSSSSSSSLLLLLLLLLAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYY

    Tammy Pierson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We lived in a TN county adjacent to Dolly's hometown. When our children were born, the hospital sent our info to Dolly's Imagination Library. Both of our children received a book in the mail every month from birth to age five. Most were hardback books, all great age-appropriate gifts. THANK YOU, dear Dolly!!

    Janeen G
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    #Fact I know bcuz my children received those books!! #DollyPartonROCKS

    Stephanie Cook
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My special needs nieces and nephews get these books.. They love Dolly!

    Magen Leach
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly it's only in certain states.

    Theresa Mcafee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can never go wrong with helping children learn

    Leara Bridges Brown
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The book in this picture is my favorite fo read the kids when they ask.. I love all the lama books.

    survivalrhino
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly is one helluva great lady-- and what she has done for Tennessee is wonderful.

    Debra Newell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just another reason why Dolly Parton is so fabulous!

    Jane Sellman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We should put her in charge of everything. She has done so much kindness with her money

    Ambry Petersen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol. With two bookworm parents and a bookworm child lack of books is not a problem at my house....lack of bookshelves however.

    Jill Allen
    Community Member
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All 3 of my girls received books!

    Richard McCoy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s not everywhere but it’s still cool!

    Leanne Hailes
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fabulous Lady ❤📚 My government does something similar to that.

    Terri Antula
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is only available to certain children in certain areas, not even the whole U.S or even close.

    Erica Acuto
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The city I live in has a program like this. Every month after the kids receive the books in the mail, our mayor does a reading of it and it's broadcast on the small local tv network for the kids to watch and read along.

    Cassandra Wee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter received these books and we live in Sydney, Australia. Because of Dolly, my 7.5yr old daughter is reading chapter books aged 10yrs+ & loves reading non-fiction. Thank you Dolly Parton and the Imagination Library for bringing such joy and a close bond.

    Lynn Delage
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've given my great grandsons books. I love books and hope they will grow up reading. I succeeded with one of my four grandchildren.

    Rachel Kohls
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is 100% true. I worked with this program at one time. No catch. Just books.

    Jae Sumna
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we do not deserve Dolly, but thank god we have her <3

    Ouching Tiger Limping Dragon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom used this program for my siblings for a bit when we were at our most poverty-stricken, and little bookworm me was ecstatic to see the younger kids getting books so we could ALL love reading! My 6 year old self had much purer motivations than now lol

    Kim Bush
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And yet a state senator from Kentucky tried to shut down the program, saying it delivered books that were not age-appropriate. Needles to say he was the one who was shutdown, fast.

    Margaret Coleman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She also in large part funded the Moderna vaccine

    Moriya Reed
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! We get one and it’s such a highlight when it comes!!! This came about because she didn’t get to have books at home as a kid for fear of them being destroyed.

    Riki Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Tennessee and both of my kids benefited from those books! (Llama Llama Red Pajama was their favorite!) They are 17 & 20 now but they still fondly remember me enthusiastically reading it to them every night.<3

    Jennifer Knotts
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We did this with both of my daughters one is 20 now and one is 13 ❤️ They still have some of those books! We live in Murfreesboro, TN and knew about it right after it started and nope no catches or gimmicks! Just free books that are mails to your children every month!

    Dawn Manning
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love you Dolly and I always will.

    Nolasaurous
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey! I had that as a kid! Dolly's imagination library!

    Janet Pattison
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly is a kick-ass example for the rest of the world, teaching how to be kind.

    Amy Doyle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awe that's so nice. She's honestly a lovely person.

    NO NO NO
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THE DEVIL TO KIDS WHO HATE BOOKS

    Elisabeth Morrissey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her father never learned to read. He spent his life in the coal mines. She wants better for future generations.

    OhNoAO
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone should clue Half Price Books in on this considering how many books they throw away everyday

    Avril Hunter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ♥️ Love Dolly so much. She's an angel.

    Kimberly Patton
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reading is the gateway to everything,in a young child's life....to foster that love is to raise an intelligent remarkable adult..truth!

    Melvetta Bowles
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, I know a few children who received them. Not not All rich people throw money on useless things. Thank you Kindly ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Talia Mclaren
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    Gloria J Williams
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love Miss Dolly and always have. She has always been a For Real person and never a phony.

    Pat Shelby
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where do people apply for inclusion in Dolly's program?

    Jimmy Rice
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bless the queen of country for all the joy that she has brought to us with her beautiful music an children's book1-5 has little readers of today. We love you Dolly

    Sunshine Trujillo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She sent my daughter what is now her favorite book. ❤️

    Daniel Nilssen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is true my child is getting books from this program

    Amanda Buck
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, this is correct. My daughter 5 yo has been given books from Dolly, we live in Australia. It is also used to enhance the bond between the Parent and child. Thank you!!

    Lap Lam
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now everyone can learn to read.

    Ginny can draw
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It takes a lot of courage to say this, but Jolene has NO👏THING👏 on this woman

    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I could never have enough books as a child. My mother used to take me to the library and I'd have such a fantastic time. I hope today's children continue learn the love of books 📚😊

    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my two girls were young, I bought books, as I wanted then to enjoy reading, well, one did become an avid reader, the other not, however, I was a young adult, when finally I began to enjoy reading !!!

    Susanne Bækvig
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From what I hear she herself grew up without, so she knows how much children long for them

    Xenon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly is a national treasure.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is one phenomenal woman, thanks Dolly

    Brooke Daniels
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And she will send them a video telling them happy birthday and say there names in the video

    Baali Venomax
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is she still alive? Is this still going?

    Teresa Groth
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a true blessing for all children

    Linda Robinett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She refuses the Congressional Medal of Honor.Maybe we could just make her our first official secular Saint.

    Darcy Marie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Low-key jealous I can't get free books as an adult. But love that kids get to grow up with books.

    Sharelle Brown
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    3 years ago

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    Nicky
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Parton for president! The whole country would vote for her!

    Tiffany Chouteau
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My children received these books and it was such a great gift.

    Courtney Delaney
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly! Girl!!! YOU are a gift, and we don’t deserve you. Thank you!!!

    Honey Slime
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly this isn't available in Massachusetts :'(

    Diymondcatss
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My little brother is in the program :D

    Pamela K. Jones
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    3 years ago

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    Keara Ritson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i love dolly parton i wish i could meet her

    Vinita Talaulikar
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sweet of her to inculcate the reading habit from childhood.

    Chamber Laine
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She should be canonized. Saint Dolly.

    Mikey Kliss
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is really good. Its not available in my area yet but I hope it will be soon. My toddler loves books

    Amanda Haiven
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I tried this. It said my kid in MN didn't qualify...

    Kurt Weatherly
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dolly Parton is Pure Americana with heart of gold. Bless her golden Heart.

    Engelhafen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She has a big heart - and big bosoms 😀

    Who Panda 420
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So how do you apply for this, anyone know?

    Lori Rogers
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandkids received those books until my granddaughter turned 5. They have a 6ft. bookshelf cramped with books. We've been putting some into the free give/take a book box down the street

    Austin Hicks
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep, I'm signed up for this for my two kids. It's pretty great stuff too.

    Lauradda Stuper
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I cant do it in Oklahoma did it for my first in Tennessee and loved it but its not aloud here!

    Rannveig Ess
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't listen to her music but have such respect for her after learning all the many, many things she does and has done to pay it back, help her fellow humans and share her blessings by taking care of people. I often get really PO'd hearing all the multimillionaire musicians and actors and sports figures who are spoiled, entitled brats and just whine and act badly instead of taking their money and doing what they whine isn't being done. Dolly is so quiet and humble about it all, too....a rare human

    Kim Mannion
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Buts it’s only in certain states

    Makayla VerMulm
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got those books when I was a kid!!

    Liesl English
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is slightly misleading. You have to be in a place that offers it. It is offered in different countries throughout the world, but it isn't offered in my county in California.

    Caleb Burrows
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember this actually I used to get these books in the mail

    Liz adams
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All bow to the queen! Good stuff! Love her!!

    Brian Bennett
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never judge a book by it's cover - this is the great DOLLY PARTON!

    Amanda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you, Dolly for all of the books my girls’ received. We treasure them.

    LynzCatastrophe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why don't you people make a statue of her?!

    Gini Sarver
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yea if you can figure out how to sign up your child

    MysteriousLegBruise
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter got these books from infancy to age 5 and we happily donated the ones she grew out of :) it definitely had a hand in developing her vocabulary and comprehension and I'm happy to say she's an excellent reader. Thank you Miss Dolly!

    klatula
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in my zip code in texas this is going through the united way and they say they are out of funds. just fyi. dolly parton book club

    Elizabeth
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is such a beautiful human. Down to earth, compassionate and caring for others. LOVE HER!

    Jo Choto
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That woman should have a bunch of medals by now.

    Shelli Aderman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We do not deserve Dolly Parton! 💕

    Stephanie Keith
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can we make it until death? People of all ages would benefit from this. I kind of feel like we cut ourselves short sometimes. Like we have to stop doing things at a certain age. Otherwise we are seen as childish. I dislike how some people think that way. We can have fun at any age and there's nothing wrong with that. I just wish we didn't cut things off at a certain age.

    Stephanie Wittenberg
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This program only applies to those who live in certain select areas of the USA. No, I don't know which areas. I am related to three moms who were turned down for this program because it did not apply to their location. One lives in Northern Indiana, one in central Texas, and one in Southern California.

    Tomi Herold
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is because all the money for the program doesn't come from Dolly. There has to be a local sponsor to pay for the books. The Dollywood Foundation makes the books ridiculously affordable and facilitates the mailing and distribution. But there does need to be a local non-profit footing the bill for the books. My guess is there is no local sponsor where your relatives live. I'm speaking as an administrator for a supporting sponsor.

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    Toni Marques
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why is this unavailable in my central west city in florida?

    Aria Whitaker
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From TOMI HEROLD'S comment above: "This is because all the money for the program doesn't come from Dolly. There has to be a local sponsor to pay for the books. The Dollywood Foundation makes the books ridiculously affordable and facilitates the mailing and distribution. But there does need to be a local non-profit footing the bill for the books. My guess is there is no local sponsor where your relatives live. I'm speaking as an administrator for a supporting sponsor."

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    Jon Dee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tried to sign up and there is a catch, you have to live in a low income area. Still a cool program though.

    Aria Whitaker
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is NOWHERE near true. Perhaps it differs from area to area, but the person that turned us on to the Imagination Library is a Cardiologist, my first cousin. He is FAR from low income and lives in one the most expensive areas in my city. His two girls got them a few years ago until the youngest turned 5. We got them for my daughter as well until 5, and both my hubby and I make over $75k a year. ANY child can get these, as long as they are under 5, in my area, at least....

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    Betty Cangi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a lie it is NOT available in MANY areas is the United States

    Julie Ann Al buzbeba
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    .....unfortunately, you have to live in Florida

    No Name
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. And she sets great examples by posing nude on her (70 something?) Birthday. What a Christian

    Cynthia Clausen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only problem is if you're in a state where available! My grandkids, one in WI and one in AZ, are not so lucky. Where on earth must one live to receive this lovely treasure?

    Tiffany
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope, i tried this and because we weren't " of color" we didn't qualify.

    Ashley Williams
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    3 years ago

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    This program no longer exist.

    Michele Walker
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    3 years ago

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    Why not do it for children who can ACTUALLY READ??????

    CbusResident
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    3 years ago

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    Again, rich people are the best!

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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is wholesome for the father and daughter. But it's sad on so many levels. Not only is this discrimination against single and gay parents, but they are also treating disabled children with so much disregard. I'm happy for the father, but there is so much to ponder about here.

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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forget just letting him off the hook - he deserves a goddamn medal for that.

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jerks. I'm glad she beat them at their own game.

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    "The rise of social media has decreased the reliability of information because misinformation can spread so quickly before it can be corrected," the expert said that one basic thing we can do to check the reliability of a fact is… to start off with a simple and humble Google search. We should be on the lookout for additional sourcing and evidence. If we can’t find anything, we should remain skeptical.

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    Stuffed With Comfort

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    Mimi La Souris
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    an article from oct. 2021 : “physical wounds were healing, but the (post-traumatic stress disorder) is manifesting itself more all the time.”. The most beautiful is his response after accepting shooter's apology : “I am not God to make the decision to kill him or not. That’s not my decision. My decision is to be a better person and to change the world for every kid. I don’t want this to happen to anybody again. It hurts. It hurts. It really hurts. So, I am just going to keep going. That’s it.”

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    Homeless man finds a $4,000 ring and returns it, inspiring a viral fundraising story from weird facts about the world.

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    Lovin' Life
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honesty is the best policy and pay off!!! So thankful for this lady's kindness to help make a change in this mans life. Very wholesome

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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hooray. Now clean up all the other beaches and enjoy!

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    "The good news is there’s plenty of long-form entertainment and news available, you just have to seek it out. I believe the benefit is worth it. I’ve discovered it improves your ability to focus, it’s more calming, you retain more information, and it gives you a more balanced and nuanced view of the world.”

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    Risk It All for Science

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    Lovin' Life
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dangerous but good for one health as a result. Glad he was okay afterwards.

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    Ola Pe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great thing! I completely get him👍

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    Luttjetrut
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those guys are not paramedics, they are wearing police uniforms.

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    Caro Caro
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's really nice but $140,000 for Uni?? WOW.

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The universe's way of apologising to the guy. :p

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    Kay blue
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did not need to cry today, thanks BP!

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    imontape
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That cat could not look more smug lol

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read a novel once which opens with a pony getting stuck in the sand at the beach. The owner and her mother end up going "oh well, whatcha gonna do", shrugging and going home, leaving the poor thing to its fate! Then when they come back the next day and find out someone else has rescued the poor animal and taken it away they actually have the gall to be upset about it. I was so infuriated I stopped reading and never finished the book.

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    Phill Healey
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the beginning of World War II, she and composer George Antheil developed a radio guidance system for Allied torpedoes that used spread spectrum and frequency hopping technology to defeat the threat of jamming by the Axis powers. Although the US Navy did not adopt the technology until the 1960s, the principles of their work are incorporated into Bluetooth and GPS technology and are similar to methods used in legacy versions of CDMA and Wi-Fi.This work led to their induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2014.

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    Bean
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonderful story. I just need to point out the forest isn’t infested with bears and wolves - they live there.

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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was a show about teaching cooking skills to prisoners to give them a job when they get out to rehabilitate them. Ramsey runs a foundation for that and has led to thousands of ex-cons in the UK getting gainful employment when they get out.

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    Lovin' Life
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's nice! I hope it saves many dogs.

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    Lovin' Life
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    Dan Padgett
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yet again, an amazing human. It's just sad that for every Bob Ross, we get 200 eejits.

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    Mazer
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here is a list of people living in abject poverty before becoming famous Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Tiffany Haddish, Kat Graham, Chris Pratt, Annie Murphy, Amara La Negra, Chris Hemsworth, Chrissy Metz, Jennifer Lopez (who was homeless), Richard Madden, Ed Sheeran, etc etc etc. There are also people who became rich and/or famous and ended without a dime or roof over their heads

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    Lovin' Life
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    Princess Diana was an amazing woman and a true humanitarian!

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    LunaLovegood987
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why so many rape victims are not believed. A personal fúck you to this woman and any other people who do this and cause the real victims to be ignored.

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    #60

    The Nightly Scream Ritual

    University students in Sweden participate in the nightly Flogsta scream tradition to relieve stress in their neighborhood.

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    Julieandthephatones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why do i really wanna try this rn? this sounds so cool👍

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    #61

    Last Act of Kindness

    Teenager from Connecticut fulfills bucket list by saving a life before a fatal car accident, a weird fact about the world.

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    #62

    Tradition Meets Tribute

    Queen breaking tradition at Buckingham Palace after 9-11 shows historic weird facts about the world and its unique moments.

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    Caro Caro
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a kind and thoughtful thing to do.

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    #63

    Timeless Pub Vibes

    Sean’s Bar in Ireland is the oldest bar in the world, serving since 900 AD, a weird fact about the world’s history.

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    Kassiopeia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do they serve beer from the oldest brewery of the world?

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    #64

    Courage Beneath the Surface

    Rescue diver in cave, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world that offers a fresh perspective on bravery and sacrifice.

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    #65

    Unstoppable in Sandals

    Three women on a podium after an ultramarathon, highlighting weird facts about the world and unusual athletic achievements.

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    #66

    Built for Friendship Forever

    Four Texas couples built their own neighborhood with tiny houses and a community cabin for hanging out together.

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    #67

    Hidden Gold Vault Surprise

    Vault filled with gold bars at the Bank of England illustrating weird facts about the world with surprising discoveries from history.

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    #68

    Giving Back Against All Odds

    Elderly Bulgarian man known for donating begged money to charities, highlighting unusual and inspiring weird facts about the world.

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    Feral Heart
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact: in Croatian "dobar/dobri" means "good"... Guess he really was a good man

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    #69

    Bug-Free Paradise

    Scenic road in Iceland with purple flowers and mountains, highlighting weird facts about the world and unique wildlife absence.

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    B-b-bird
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah... its cold enough :D but jokes aside, i wish to go there one day, must be amazing country

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    #70

    Unexpected Heroics at Sea

    Sea lion rescues man after Golden Gate Bridge jump in one of many weird facts about the world that inspire wonder.

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    #71

    Unexpected Lifesavers

    Group of men in suits and coats walking outdoors, illustrating weird facts about the world and unexpected humanitarian aid.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, shame about the whole extortion, sex trafficking, drug dealing side of it.

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    #72

    Roots of Resilience

    Tree found at ground zero after 9/11, symbolizing survival, resilience, and rebirth in New York City’s urban landscape.

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    #73

    Ocean’s silent bodyguards

    Dolphins circling a lifeguard and daughter to drive away a shark, a weird fact about the world’s animal behavior.

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    Kay blue
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A male Humpback whale protected a diver from a Tiger Shark.

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    #74

    Defying All Odds

    High school student survived being sucked from airplane struck by lightning, falling 3.2 km still strapped to her chair.

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    rumade
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine the moment after landing where everything is still and you're there, strapped into your seat, in a corn field, wide eyed and windswept from the fall. Surreal

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    #75

    Vegas Tipping 101

    Man smiling in a suit with text about weird facts on tipping in Las Vegas involving a $5 and $100 chip.

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    Meg Curry
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not the first time he's been called out for not tipping well. Charles Barkley felt bad for a waitress stiffed by Michael and tipped her instead.

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    #76

    Sharp Shooter Skills

    Vintage photos of Annie Oakley with text showcasing weird facts about her incredible shooting skills worldwide.

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    #77

    Jealous Much, Pup?

    Image showing a study fact about dogs’ jealousy, featuring a couple and a husky with a snowy mountain background.

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    #78

    Respect Across Enemy Lines

    Black and white photo of Teddy Roosevelt’s son, accompanied by a weird fact about his military service in World War I.

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    Hugh Willie Mungous
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such honourable behaviour amongst airmen was common (on both sides) during WWI and even during WWII.

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    #79

    Silent Streets, Serious Minds

    Large group of South Korean students gathered outdoors on Suneung day, a weird fact about global exam silence traditions.

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    #80

    Walking Proof of Resilience

    Man hiking across a road with a cart and Love Life sign, illustrating weird facts about the world and resilience.

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    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel so bad for these parents. They do not get a closure.

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    #81

    Unlikely Heroes in the Sky

    WWII story of a German pilot saving a crippled American plane featuring weird facts about the world and history.

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    J. F.
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Charlie Brown and Franz Stiegler: The B-17 was heavily damaged and going down, but Brown was able to get it stable again. The german air field commander said that any pilot who shoots at parachutes will be executed, and Stiegler considered the barely flying plane as parachute. He flew so close the the machine that the AA batteries couldn't shoot without hitting Stiegler, and he signaled Brown to land - which he refused. Stiegler decided to escort them out of the hostile air space

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    #82

    Sweet Storm Brewing

    Coffee served with cotton candy cloud that melts and rains sugar, a unique weird fact about the world’s coffee culture in Shanghai.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A cafe in my area had this on the menu! I ordered it, of course, but it just turned out to be a hot chocolate with a huge wad of fairy floss dumped on top of the mug. Damn. (At least it was good fairy floss).

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    #83

    Respect Runs Deep

    Elderly man sitting on orange playground spring rider in park illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    rumade
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sucks for anyone with abusive parents :/

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    #85

    Melanism Mysteries Unveiled

    Black panther walking on grass with a weird fact about melanism from 120 weird facts about the world collection.

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    #86

    Unlikely Railroad Hero

    Black and white photo of a baboon employed as a railroad signalman showcasing weird facts about the world.

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    Ian Webling
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was in South Africa. The railway worker trained him after he he lost his legs. The baboon was paid in brandy.

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    #87

    Backyard Michelin Dreams

    A man created a top London restaurant using fake reviews and served microwaved food in his backyard.

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    Ola Pe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a documentary about it. Tells a lot about our mad social media condition

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    #88

    Playing Uncle Like a Pro

    Jay Leno standing beside a red Lamborghini Countach showcasing weird facts about the world with a unique school story.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Telling a lie is never good but perhaps the child was just trying to fit in. Sad that things like that happened but glad that Leno helped him out. Hopefully Leno told him about lying to people.

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    #89

    History in the Genes

    Reconstruction of 9,000-year-old Cheddar Man skeleton and his modern descendant shown side by side.

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    Donnie Mc00
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the likeness is incredible. I wonder if they reconstructed the face after meeting the Teacher?

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    #90

    Quiet Observers, Deep Thinkers

    Silhouette of a person sitting alone under a purple sky, illustrating weird facts about human social behavior and introverts.

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    Rissie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sad, lonely introverts... Such judgment. How about individuals who like to observe rather than act and join immediately. The human species thrives on finding patterns and experiencing new things, when in reality we are the novelty ourselves.

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    #91

    No Fooling Around

    Woman smiling and pointing at a BMW with a NOFOOL license plate in a weird facts about the world setting.

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    Dodo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly glad it wasn't a joke. That's punching down.

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    #92

    Master of Multiple Deals

    Two iPhone 7 devices stacked on c*****d ground with a weird fact about a woman in China using gifts to buy a house.

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    #93

    Coffee Cameo Hustle

    Brad Pitt cameo in Deadpool 2 paid with coffee, a weird fact about the world’s most unusual movie trivia.

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    #94

    Ancient Speed Secrets

    Fossilized human footprints in Australia showing 20,000-year-old weird facts about the world’s past discoveries.

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    Against All Odds

    Eminem’s unique Oscar win fact shown in a dark setting, illustrating weird facts about the world perspective.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be honest, he spent the time doing something better.

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    #96

    When Robots Meet Reality

    Hitchhiking robot hitchBOT with LED face and colorful arms holding a beer bottle, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Kerri Peek
    Community Member
    Premium
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate my own country so much. We are embarrassing.

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    #97

    Unexpected Bear Boss Energy

    Grizzly bear known as The Boss shows unusual behavior, a weird fact that offers a fresh perspective on the world.

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    alex mitchell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Needs to eat Springsteen for the title. There can be only one!

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    #98

    Still Waiting on That Party

    Skeleton lying on a couch illustrating one of the weird facts about the world involving a man found dead for decades.

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    #99

    Behind Every Legend

    Two men sitting on a couch, one making a hand gesture, illustrating weird facts about the world and freestyle battle history.

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    #100

    Thrones in Unexpected Places

    Iron throne covered in snow in a vast icy landscape, illustrating a weird fact about the world and hidden treasures.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one in the UK was found less than a mile from where I live.

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    #101

    Mosquitoes and Mic Drops

    Bill Gates holding jar of mosquitoes during TED talk illustrating weird facts about the world and malaria awareness.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Man, imagine being so rich that releasing mosquitoes into an auditorium gets you praise. On a serious note, I love Bill. He's done so much with the Foundation.

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    #102

    Racing Legends Never Quit

    Black and white photo of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford sitting on a porch, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    DC
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sweet, but ... but they were both bitter and mean persons. Henry Ford expressed he liked how germany was run in the thirties, being an antisemit as well, and Edison ... well, where to begin, where to begin ... has he ever invented anything himself, not just taking credit for what competitors and employees have come up with?

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    #103

    Degree Collector Extraordinaire

    Man with over 25 degrees sitting at a desk, showcasing weird facts about the world and extreme educational achievements.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Damn! I thought the 5 years I have spent was a long time in Uni!

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    #104

    Scary Success Story

    Surveillance-style image with a paranormal scene illustrating weird facts about the world’s most successful low-budget movie.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also the sequel was filmed in the same house as the first movie - the director's house. But it looks different because he used his earnings from the first movie to add an extension and generally spruce the place up.

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    #105

    When Heroism Meets Hallucination

    Man breaks into burning home to save dog, later learns it was an LSD-induced hallucination, a weird fact about the world.

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    #106

    Still Dropping Wisdom

    Tree where Isaac Newton discovered gravity surrounded by a woven fence in a green park with other trees around.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The thing about the apple hitting him on the head is a myth, however.

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    #107

    Four Flavors of Tipsy

    Group of people holding glasses of drinks in a toast, illustrating weird facts about the world and social behavior.

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    #108

    Inception Snacking

    Close-up of a Kit Kat broken in half, illustrating weird facts about the world with nested layers inside the chocolate bar.

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    #109

    Kids Rule These Streets

    Busy Tokyo street scene with pedestrians and vehicles illustrating weird facts about the world and global perspectives.

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    #110

    Living With The King

    Family in 1953 with pet lion indoors, showcasing one of the weird facts about the world that challenges perspective.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are more Tigers privately owned in the US than there are in their natural habitats.

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    #111

    Steeped in Cuteness

    Tea bag shaped like a goldfish swimming in a mug, illustrating weird facts about the world for a fresh perspective.

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    Rissie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "For best experience, use transparant container". Now it looks like a dead mouse in your cup at first glance...

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    #112

    Outcast by Color

    A rare ginger seal on rocky beach with other seals in distance, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    TheVioletDragon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Noooo! She can come live with me, a fellow ginger!

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    #113

    Unexpected Friendships

    Side-by-side photos of two men with text about a weird fact connecting them, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    #114

    Home Delivery, Then and Now

    Side-by-side images of a mail order house from 1916 and 2018 illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Marette
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did they include the Allen key?

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    #115

    Hangover Hack Uncovered

    Glass of banana milkshake with pink straw and a banana slice, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique remedies.

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    Kevin Gerke
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if you freeze the bananas first, it will be the same consistancy of a Wendy's Frosty. Soo good with a drop of vanilla.

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    #116

    Perfect for Cuddle Experts

    Couple sleeping on a love mattress designed for couples who enjoy sleeping on each other's arms, weird facts about the world.

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    Josephine
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would lose my phone in the mattress, every day.

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    #117

    End of an Era

    A man petting Sudan, the last male northern white rhino, with guards nearby in a dry outdoor setting under a dark sky.

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    #118

    Quick Checkmate Secrets

    Chessboard setup with a fact about weird facts in the world mentioning the Fool's mate winning in two moves.

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    T'Mar of Vulcan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The school I teach at played another school (we're both state/public schools but the other school always acted like they were better than other state schools) and they beat the pants off us using this move set. (I had not taught my chess kids this move set as I wanted them to develop their own strategies.) The next time we played that school, I had taught them the counter to it, so the next time we won. The next season that school suddenly "didn't have time" to play chess matches anymore.

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    #119

    When Fame Doesn’t Pay

    Man holding a rifle by the sea, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world that offer a fresh perspective.

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    #120

    Graduation by Disaster

    Students in graduation gowns throwing caps with black smoke from a burning university, illustrating weird facts about the world perspective.

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