Environment
20 Facts About Gladioli & Poppies, August’s Birth Flowers
Poppies became an international symbol of remembrance as they grew on many WWI battlefields, notably in Flanders, France.
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Holidays & Events
International Day of Friendship | July 30
The idea for a friendship day is over 100 years old, dating back to 1919 when the founder of Hallmark Cards proposed the concept.
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Historic Events
What Happened at the Stonewall Riots?
Did you know that the Stonewall Riots were so impactful that they inspired the first gay pride parade in 1970?
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Holidays & Events
National Pink Day | June 23
In the 19th century, it was typical for young boys in England to wear pink ribbons and other decorations.
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Environment
21 Sizzling Facts About Summer That Kids Will Love
The phrase "the dog days of summer" refers to the hottest days of summer, and has been around since the Roman Empire.
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History
The Fabulous History of the Pride Flag
A one-mile (1.6 kilometers) long pride flag was entered into the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest flag ever made.
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Holidays & Events
Why Do We Celebrate Pride Month in June?
President Bill Clinton declared June as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month in 1999. In 2009, this became known as LGBT Pride Month.
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Environment
20 Facts About Roses & Honeysuckle, June’s Birth Flowers
Roses are one of the most famous Valentine’s Day gifts. An estimated third of flowers sold on Valentine’s Day are roses.
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Holidays & Events
National Sunscreen Day | May 27
Using sunscreen every day helps to prevent skin aging. Those who use SPF15+ daily experience 24% less aging than those who don’t.
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Animals
25 Fun Goat Facts That Are Worth Screaming About
Did you know that both male and female goats have horns? They use them both for defense and to regulate their temperature!
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Environment
20 Facts About Lily of the Valley & Hawthorn, May’s Birth Flowers
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, carried lily of the valley as part of her bridal bouquet at her wedding in 2011.
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Fashion & Beauty
20 Chunky Facts About Crocs
Did you know that Crocs were named after crocodiles because of their ability to survive on both land and water?
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