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Saturnalia was an ancient Roman festival from December 17th to 23rd honoring Saturn, god of agriculture and time. During this time, social rules changed: slaves ate with masters, a "King of Saturnalia" was chosen, and people exchanged gifts like candles and figurines. The city was full of feasting, gambling, and candlelight. Many Saturnalia traditions influenced modern Christmas celebrations. 🏛️🎭🕯️🎄🎁 [Source1] [Source2] @googlefactss #Saturnalia #RomanHistory #ChristmasOrigins #WinterSolstice #AncientRome #History

Rumi died on December 17, 1273. He was a Persian poet and Sufi mystic known for his spiritual poems about love and God. His famous work, the Masnavi, teaches deep lessons about life and faith. Rumi’s poetry helps many people find meaning in everyday life. [Source] If you feel inspired share your or Rumi's poetry. @googlefactss #Rumi #Poet #Sufism #Love #Spirituality #Masnavi 📜❤️

Got stuck with super glue on your skin? Here are supposedly effective ways to safely remove it: ● Use vegetable oil to soften the glue. ● Apply petroleum jelly or hand lotion to break it down. ● Carefully use acetone (nail polish remover) to dissolve the glue. ● Try lemon juice as a natural solvent. ● Soak the affected area in warm soapy water for 10–15 minutes. ● Apply a warm compress to loosen the glue. ● Gently rub dried glue with coarse salt. ● Use a nail emery board or pumice stone to help remove glue. ● Separate stuck fingers with a flat, blunt object. ● Avoid pulling the glue off quickly to prevent skin damage. Stay safe and take your time! 🖐️🧴🔥 P.s: Let us know if and what works, the author of this post is still a little glued to the screen. Seriously, send help.. [Read more] @googlefactss #SuperGlue #SkinCare #Safety #FirstAid

Glasses were invented in the 13th century to help people see better, especially for reading. Early lenses were made from crystals, and frames from metal or bone. Today, glasses use plastic and metal, with precise lenses for clear vision. They helped people work, learn, and explore the world. Glasses also became a fashion item with many styles and lens types. 👓✨ [Read more] @googlefactss #Glasses #Vision #Invention #History #Eyewear #Science

The idea that skinny people have fast metabolisms is a myth. Metabolism depends largely on muscle mass—more muscle means higher energy use. Skinny people usually have less muscle, so their metabolism is often slower. Weight and appearance don’t reliably show metabolism speed. [Read more] @googlefactss #Metabolism #MythBusted #Health #Fitness #BodyScience

Neon tetra fish form orderly queues when escaping through narrow spaces to avoid bumping into each other. Scientists observed groups of these fish passing calmly through small openings without clogging. This behavior helps them evacuate efficiently, unlike humans and sheep who often push and cause jams in emergencies. The study may help improve traffic flow and robot swarm designs. [Source] @googlefactss #FishBehavior 🐟 #Science #Evacuation #Nature #Research

Psychopaths, often called ‘evil,’ lack empathy and guilt. They were once seen as untreatable. New studies show therapy like CBT and computer training can reduce violence and help them feel empathy. Treatment is limited but promising. 🧠💡 [Read more] @googlefactss #Psychopathy #Therapy #MentalHealth #ScienceFacts

On December 16, 1773, American colonists protested British tea taxes by dressing as Native Americans and dumping tea into Boston Harbor. This act showed their strong opposition to British rules and was an important event leading up to the American Revolution. 🍵🚢🇺🇸 [Read more] @googlefactss #BostonTeaParty #AmericanHistory #ColonialAmerica #Revolution #Protest

The temperature in the void of space is about −270.45 °c. @googlefactss #space

Jupiter has the shortest day of all planets in our solar system, completing a rotation on its axis every 9 hours and 55 minutes, which results in a slightly flattened, oblate shape. @googlefactss #planets #space

In Tibet, sticking out your tongue is a form of greeting. This form of greeting originated in the 9th century as a way to show you were not a reincarnation of a cruel king with a black tongue. @googlefactss #traditions

The fossa is the largest carnivorous mammal of Madagascar. They look like a mix between a cat, dog, and a mongoose, and they can reach 180cm (6 feet) in length. These agile, solitary predators are known for their slender bodies, long tails, and muscular limbs, which allow them to climb and hunt effectively, primarily preying on lemurs. @googlefactss #animals #africa [read more....]

Agelast Definition: a person who never laughs @googlefactss #NoFun #WeirdWords

15 December 1970, Venera-7 became the first spacecraft to land on Venus and send data back to Earth. Despite problems, it transmitted temperature information for 23 minutes after landing. The mission showed that Venus has extreme heat and pressure. [Source] @googlefactss #Venera7 🚀 #Venus 🌍 #SpaceExploration #ScienceFacts

Shadow the Hedgehog first appeared in the 2001 game Sonic Adventure 2. Created by Dr. Gerald Robotnik, Shadow is an ultimate life form designed for combat and has a complex past involving loss and revenge. Over time, he has appeared in many Sonic games, comics, and shows, often walking a fine line between hero and anti-hero. Known for his black and red design and use of Chaos Emeralds, Shadow remains a fan favorite. 🦔⚡️ [Read more] #ShadowTheHedgehog #Sonic #VideoGames #GamingHistory #2001 In remembrance of Jono

Today marks 1 year since we learned of the untimely death of one of our friends and beloved admin, The Real Slim Shadow. Rest in peace my friend 🕊️ “While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil” Tribute song

Australia’s first cops were (former) criminals themselves. In 1789, Governor Arthur Phillip formed the Night Watch, a civilian police force made up of 12 of the most well-behaved convicts. Despite their past, these men were entrusted with keeping law and order in Sydney Town, New South Wales. This unusual beginning laid the groundwork for Australia’s formal police system. 👮‍♂️🇦🇺🦘 [Read more] @googlefactss #History #Australia #LawEnforcement

Soviet Typhoon-class submarines had many comforts for the crew during long missions. They included a swimming pool 🏊, sauna ♨️, a gym, a kitchen, and even a lounge area. These helped sailors stay healthy and relaxed while underwater for weeks. The subs were huge, built to carry many missiles and stay hidden under Arctic ice. [Read more1] [Read more 2] [Read and see video 3] @googlefactss #Submarine #Typhoon #Navy #Facts

Andorra has no official army, relying on treaties with Spain and France for defense. It has a small volunteer group for ceremonies. Over 57% of citizens say they would fight if needed, up from 40.9% in 2006. Historically, able-bodied men could be called to defend the country through the “Sometent.” Only one shotgun per household is allowed; rifles and handguns need licenses. 🇦🇩 [Read more] @googlefactss #Andorra #Military #Defense #Sometent #CeremonialArmy