World’s Oldest Yacht Clubs
The world's oldest yacht club is the Royal Cork Yacht Club which opened in Ireland in 1720.
Best Chinese Dictionary
The Hanyu Da Cidian is the most inclusive available Chinese dictionary.
Peeing in the Shower
In fact, 61% of Americans pee in the shower, including Kelly Clarkson and Madonna.
Why Chinese Women Don’t Use Tampons?
There’s one big reason for this: tampons are incredibly rare in China – only 2% of Chinese women use them; in Europe, the figure is as high as 70%.
French by Spilled Blood
A member of the French Foreign Legion wounded while defending France can immediately apply for French citizenship as he is 'French by spilled blood.'
Woman Missing 10 Years Found Living in an Internet Cafe
In 2015 a Chinese woman who was missing for a decade and presumed dead was found living in an internet cafe after playing games for 10 years.
The CIA Shoelace Code
During the Cold War, CIA agents used a method of communication based on how their shoelaces were tied.
Can You Go to Jail for Cheating on a Test?
Chinese students can get 7 years in jail for cheating on exams.
Coffee with Cream Cools About 20% Slower Than Black Coffee
For three reasons: #1 Black coffee is darker. #2 Stefan-Boltzmann says so. #3 Viscosity versus evaporation.
Most of the Tallest Buildings in the World Are in China
China has the largest number of tall buildings in the world, surpassing that of the second and third largest, the United States (800+) and Japan (250+), combined.
David Bowie: “The Biggest Mistake I Ever Made”
David Bowie declared himself gay in 1972 then bisexual in 1976, but ultimately admitted that those declarations were a mistake.
Wang is China’s Most Popular Surname
There are 93 million Wangs in China, followed closely by 92 million with the family name Li and 88 million called Zhang.
Central Park Cost the US More Than Alaska
Central Park costs about as much money as the entire state of Alaska.
Which Country Consumes the Most Red Wine?
China surpassed France and Italy as the world's largest red wine consumer in 2014.
Can You Catch a Cold from Cold Weather?
You don't catch a cold because of cold weather. People just spend more time indoors when it's cold, which allows germs to transfer between people more easily.
Women in China Face Rising University Entry Barriers
Female students in China outperform men to such an extent that some universities have introduced a male quota.