March 14th, 2017: Today's News Headlines
• Scotland Demands Independence Vote
• New Walking Technology Offered to Wheelchair Users
• 14 Million Americans to Lose Health Insurance?
• ‘Boaty McBoatface’ Sees First Mission
• Jailed Samsung Boss Retains Power
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On This Day
March 14th is known by some as Pi Day, due to the coincidence of the first three digits of the mathematical constant π and calendar date 3/14. Ultimate Pi Day would have been in the year 1592 (3.141592…). Did you know that today is also known as White Day in Korea and Japan? This is the day when females receive romantic gifts from males, since in that part of the world, on Valentine’s Day, it’s males who receive gifts from females.
Scotland’s Leader Demands New Independence Referendum
The prospect of the dissolution of Great Britain returned yesterday (March 13th) as Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon set out her demands for a new independence referendum as a result of a disagreement about the UK’s relationship with the EU.
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We Are a Step Closer to a True Sustainable Energy Source
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The Ancient Maya - Cutting-Edge Tech Reveals Shocking News
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Thousands of Covid Patients in India Contract Black Fungus
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Newspaper Headlines Can Sometimes Be Ridiculously Funny
Sometimes newspaper headlines are just so bizarre that you are left scratching your head at what exactly happened.
This Man Has Taken Refuge in an Airport for 19 Years
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Inside the Male Psyche: The Silent Fears They Never Share
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These Vintage Photos are Both Funny & Bizarre!
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These 11 Alcoholic Drinks Have a Fascinating History!
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Her Mom With Alzheimer's Didn't Recognize Her, Until...
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WATCH: The Incredible Kindness of Strangers Is Wonderful
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The English Samurai: The True History Behind 'Shogun'
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Let's Remember Matthew Perry by His Lovely Quotes
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A Fascinating History of Clothing in the Ancient World
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Men vs. Women: What Does the Science Say?
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1967 Classic: Tommy James and The Shondells Live
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I Just Wanted to Let You Know: I'm Thinking of You
Is there anyone in your life whom you're thinking of deeply right now? Send them a little greeting to let them know.
10 Incredible Magic Tricks You Didn't Know You Could Do
Time to try out some really cool magic tricks using just your hands...
She Will Never Forget Her Marriage Proposal. Ever.
This is a Marriage Proposal For the Books...
Full Documentary: The Real Story of Thanksgiving
Discover the real history behind the most popular holiday in the USA, through this fascinating documentary, courtesy of the History Channel.
7 Still Unanswered Questions About JFK's Assassination
There are many questions surrounding John F. Kennedy's death that remain unanswered. Here are 7 of the issues that are yet to be addressed.
10 of the Fiercest Ancient Celtic Gods and Goddesses
Here we look at the most influential ancient gods and goddesses from the ancient Celtic pantheon.
From Food to Science - The WORST Misnomers You’ll Find!
Whoever named these objects must have seriously run out of imagination!
After Reading This, You'll Want to Move to Finland!
This article takes a look at how the Finnish government makes ordinary life extremely comfortable for its citizens.
98-Year-Old Gives a Brilliant Live Piano Performance!
American Singer Josh Turner's very talented grandmother-in-law gets a standing ovation for playing "How Great Thou Art" on the Piano.
Did You Know these 10 Facts about Alexander the Great?
His father conquered and unified Greece, but he wanted to conquer the world. Alexander the Great was a truly fascinating man.
20 Surprising Geographical Maps to Ignite Your Curiosity
Discover some amazing and surprising geographical facts with these colorful and fun maps.
7 Life Lessons Taught by Winston Churchill
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15 Amazing Facts That Knocked Me Over with a Feather
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From Across the Decades, These Photos are Fascinating!
Join us as we take you through the ages and see some really incredible sights!
8 Honest-to-God Facts that Are Just too Weird to Believe
A list of bizarre yet true facts
Fascinating Facts About The Middle Ages You Never Knew
If you thought you had read everything about the Middle Ages in school, you are mistaken. Read these interesting facts from that era.
13 People Who Proved that Age is Nothing But a Number
If you think that celebrating your golden jubilee means you're past your prime, then these 13 people have something to teach you...
18 of the Most Incredibly-Timed Photos You'll Ever See
These photos will leave you in awe of their timing. The visual impact they have is staggering. Take a look at these 18 images.
The Mandela Effect: When Everyone Misremembers History
The Mandela Effect is a strange phenomenon, where large amounts of people seem to remember things differently.
Kyle the Goose Simply Refuses to Leave Her Savior's Side
Mike Jivanjee seems to have gotten more than he bargained for when he rescued Kyle, the Canadian goose, from drowning in Lake Oswego. Check out this cute video.
This Brilliant Talk Taught Me to Let Go of My Delusions
Isaac Lidksy has had quite an amazing life of success, which he puts down to a stunning realization that blindness gave him. Watch. You won't be disappointed.
In the West, We Have Much to Learn From the East...
Eastern philosophy is vastly different to Western philosophy, and we all have much to learn from the schools of thought from that part of the world.
When it Comes to Inventive Solutions, These Guys Are Top!
We all face different issues every day and our solutions to these minor problems vary widely...
7 of History's Most Outrageous Con Artists
Fan of true crime? Today we will learn the stories of 7 of history's most notorious con artists.
Looking at a 100 Years of High School Fashions...
Here's what high schoolers wore each decade of the 20th century.
Unveiling the Great Achievements of the Han Dynasty
In this article, we’ll explore the great achievements of the Han Dynasty, examine how they shaped the future of China
Archeologists Are Dumbfounded By These Discoveries
These archelogical sites have been proven to be difficult to explain.
WATCH: This Is One Free Gift That Everybody Yearns For
If there's one thing you can do to provide solace, comfort, and love to someone else, it's by cuddling them. Watch this video for more about wonderful hugging.