On a surface level, some things around us can seem mundane and even boring. But every establishment, object, and person, as ordinary as they may appear, has a history that might just be fascinating. All it takes to make the world around us much more interesting is learning a few new facts every day. And this is exactly what we want to present you with today.
The facts below cover an array of different topics, from Winston Churchill to the origin story of whiteout. Some of these seemingly random facts are so interesting, you won’t be able to help but pass them on!






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