Dyeing Pets To Look Like Other Wild Animals
Dyeing pets to look like other wild animals is a trend in China.
Compare Your Wealth to the Rest of the World
If you have US$10 in your pocket and no debts, you are wealthier than 25% of Americans.
Christianity in China
More people go to church on Sunday in China than in the whole of Europe.
England’s Richard III Found Under Parking Lot
The remains of England's King Richard III were found buried under a parking lot in Leicester in 2013. He was killed on the battlefield in 1485.
Internet Addiction Treatment Camps In China
China has treatment camps for Internet addicts.
Americans Changed Their Spending Habits
One in three newlyweds reported that their spouse's spending habits are different than what they expected.
Hairy Stockings Aimed at Deflecting Unwanted Male Attention
In 2013, female stockings covered in fake male hair became a fashion hit in China as a way to deter unwanted male attention.
How Many People Pass Through Times Square a Day?
Nearly 360,000 pedestrians enter the heart of Times Square each day. On the busiest days, Times Square has pedestrian counts as high as 450,000.
Is the Word “Censorship” Censored in China?
The word 'censorship' is censored in China.
“Why I Hate My Uncle”, by Hitler’s Nephew
In 1939, Adolf Hitler's nephew wrote an article called 'Why I Hate My Uncle.'
China to Build New Skyscraper Every Five Days
A new skyscraper is built in China every five days.
Britain’s Last Witch Trial
In 1944, Helen Duncan became the last woman convicted and imprisoned under Great Britain's Witchcraft Act of 1735.
Chinese University Offers Degree in Bra Studies
In China you can major in bra studies at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where you can learn how to design and build a bra.
Life Expectancy in the UK
One-third of babies born in 2013 in the UK are expected to live to 100.
Animal Testing: Banned in Europe, Required in China
A beauty product is made in China, does not mean it's tested on animals. Products are only tested on animals if they'e sold in stores in China.
Charles Bukowski’s Epitaph – “Don’t Try”
The epitaph on poet Charles Bukowski's tombstone reads 'DON'T TRY.'