Fact Directory

Every year since 1947, the people of Norway have gifted the Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree, a tower... Read more

Origins of "we can neither confirm nor deny"

The phrase "we can neither confirm nor deny" originated from a CIA response to a FOIA (Freedom of In... Read more

Can yachts sail directly into the wind?

No, yachts cannot sail directly into the wind. When a yacht tries to sail directly into the wind, th... Read more

Why are my brakes squealing and squeaking?

If your brakes are squealing or squeaking, there could be several reasons for the noise. Some causes... Read more

What was the first First Microprocessor CPU?

The first microprocessor was the 20-bit Garrett AiResearch MP944 chip set developed between 1968-197... Read more

Is TikTok Banned In China?

Yes, the International version of TikTok is banned in mainland China. Instead users in China use a s... Read more

Who Is the Statue of Liberty Modeled After?

The Statue of Liberty is believed to be was modeled primarily after two key inspirations: sculptor F... Read more

How tall is the highest mountain?

Mount Everest, located in Nepal and Tibet, is usually said to be the highest mountain on Earth. Reac... Read more

Why was New York called New Amsterdam?

New York was originally called New Amsterdam. This name was given by the Dutch West India Company, w... Read more

When was the 737 First Made?

The first flight of the original Boeing 737-100 was on the 9th April 1967 from King County Internati... Read more