The Mountain that Eats Men
One of Bolivia's oldest silver mines (El Cerro Rico) has claimed the lives of an estimated 8 million people in the past 500 years.
Chinese Government Controls the Central Heating
The Chinese Government controls the central heating for every home in Beijing.
Arunima First Indian Amputee to Climb Mount Everest
An Indian woman who lost her leg after being thrown from a moving train became the first female amputee to climb Mount Everest in 2013.
How Many Cancer Villages Are There in China?
There are about 459 'cancer villages' in China, small communities near polluting factories where cancer rates have soared far above the national average.
What is Ben Kingsley’s Real Name?
Academy award winner Sir Ben Kingsley real name is Krishna Pandit Bhanji.
Where Did Rock Paper Scissors Originate From?
Rock Paper Scissors was invented in China, but popularized in Japan, where it's called 'Janken.'
Liechtenstein Has Just 7 People in Prison
Liechtenstein has just 7 people in prison.
The Ugly Wife is a Treasure at Home
There is a common Chinese idiom that states, 'The ugly wife is a treasure at home.'
How Big Do Giant Salamanders Get?
The Chinese Giant Salamander can grow to be 6 feet (1.8 m) long, making it the largest amphibian in the world.
What is China’s Most Populated Province?
According to the Seventh National Population Census conducted in 2020, approximately 126 million people lived in Guangdong province in China in 2020.
The Man Who Counted to a Million
Jeremy Harper counted to 1,000,000 to help Push America, a charity for the disabled.
Can Everyone in China Speak Mandarin?
One-third of the population of China can't speak Mandarin, the country's official language.
Who is the Richest Magician in the World?
David Copperfield has sold 40 million tickets and grossed over US$4 billion, which is more than any other solo entertainer in history.
What City Has the Most Expensive Rent in the World?
Beijing is the world's most expensive city for renters: a house rent is, on average, 1.2 times higher than the average salary.
What Was the First Refrigerant Used in the First Commercial Refrigerator?
The first refrigerator used ether and ammonia to cool its contents.
Pedestrian Speed Bumps
Speed bumps were installed to slow down pedestrians at a historic site in East China.