This list of fun facts will entertain you, whether you are looking for interesting facts about Presidents or random facts for children. Did you know that the smallest bird nest in the world is home to a hummingbird? Negative geo-tropism means that bananas grow upwards. A few hummingbirds can weigh as little as one penny, which you might not have known.
It might surprise you to learn that only one country has a population less than Vatican City. It is actually among the smallest countries in the entire world. Alaska does not have any official languages. However, the state does have communities of people who speak the same language.
Another interesting fact: The United States has the highest number of unique books anywhere in the world. According to Google data, there are 129,864,880 unique books in the world. This is sufficient to meet the needs of all countries.
There's also a good chance that you've heard of the famous Pinocchio's nose, but did you know that it's not the largest? If it were, it would have to grow! It's not the only strange thing about it.
You might have heard of the largest ostrich in the world. But did it actually measure the same size as an ostrich's eye? Or that whole lemons contain more sugar than single strawberries. Blue whales' hearts weigh over 400 pounds.
That's not all there is to it. It might surprise you to know that a Polar Bear can consume up to 100 pounds of food in one meal.
There's also another fascinating fact: A grizzly Bear can run as fast and as fast as horses. It can also hear the sound of a mouse walking under snow. This one is a little more complicated than the last.
You can also find the largest icecream sundae in the world. Wisconsin consumes 21 million gallons annually of icecream. There is also an authentic Dutch windmill.
This ice cream sundae has the most fun fact: it is the only one that allows you to hunt unicorns. Wisconsin boasts 34.8 million acres. Unicorns are not common in this state.
And, while the ice-house-so-called-the-largest-the-world-has-ever-known-about-it isn't as cool as the world's largest ice cream sized ice-house, it is a fun fact that should be on your list of things to do.
Finally, did you know that the world's longest French fry is 34 inches long? The length difference is what may account for the sugar content.
Finally, the nest of the world’s smallest hummingbird (or hummingbird) is not very large. While a banana might not be the biggest banana in the world it is definitely the largest.
FAQ
What dark secrets do Hollywood have?
Hollywood is filled secret societies. Some are cult-like groups where members follow strict rules and rituals, while others are simply clubs for those who share common interests.
However, there are many other criminal organizations that hold much of the industry's power. These include companies like the MPAA ("Motion Picture Association of America"), which determines film ratings. The RIAA ("Recording Industry Association of America") sets music licensing fees.
Many unions and guilds represent actors, directors writers, producers, and others. Large corporations own most major studios and networks of television.
It doesn't really matter how secretive an organization may appear, there is always someone who knows exactly what they do. They shouldn't be fearful, however.
Instead, we should embrace these facts. Because they offer us information that can help us make better decision.
They tell us what movies will likely succeed, what songs will be popular, and what books will best sell.
In short, they help us decide what we'll buy, watch, read, and listen to.
We can trust them so we can ignore their advice when it doesn't suit our taste.
And because we've chosen to ignore them, they become even more powerful. They are the supreme arbiters of taste.
You are free to ignore their messages if that bothers you.
Let's now look at some lesser-known, but still very real Hollywood secret organizations.
Observe why they are important.
Is there an Hollywood blacklist?
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
The list isn’t available for public viewing. The names are not known to us. It matters because of this.
The secret is because the directors and actors on blacklist wouldn't have any job opportunities. This would result in studios losing money as the actors and directors would have to go out on their own. They would also cut back on their spending on movies. That would reduce the opportunities for blacklisted filmmakers. Which would lead them to go bankrupt.
This could result in even more victims.
In short, when someone tries to make an oscar winning movie, they might be asked to sign a contract saying they won't speak publicly against their employers. For any producer or director that wants to be nominated, the same applies.
Producers often pressure directors to cut scenes from their films. Directors may threaten to quit projects that don’t align with their vision.
This is why Hollywood has created a blacklist. You'll likely become unemployed if you say bad things about your employer. It's not good for anyone.
It is not uncommon for people to be falsely accused. It's been a struggle to get their names cleared.
This must be stopped before it happens again. Everyone should have the right to speak freely.
Also, we must take down the Hollywood blacklist.
How does your brain control the functions within your body?
To ensure that they work together, messages are sent by the brain to other organs. Your brain controls all that happens in your body. It tells your stomach how to digest food and your lungs how to inhale oxygen; it also tells your arms, legs and feet to move.
Your brain is made up billions of nerve cell networks connected in groups known as neurons. Neurons communicate by sending electrical signals, called action potentials, on axons. Each neuron is covered by a cell membrane. The membrane contains channels that allow ions like sodium and potassium to enter the cell and leave it. The neuron is lit by an electric charge created by the movement of ions.
Neurotransmitters, which are chemicals that release neurotransmitters when a neuron fires up, can be found in the space between the neurons and the next one. Neurotransmitters can bind to receptors at the second neuron. They open ions channels, allowing ions to move in and outside of the channel. In turn, the second neuron also fires.
Neurotransmitter releases occur when a presynaptic neurons receives an input from another neuron. The impulse travels along the synaptic pathway that connects both neurons. The transmitter binds to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron, triggering the firing of the postsynaptic neuron.
The nervous system relies on neurotransmitters for communication. They also help coordinate activity between different parts of the brain.
Why do actors get blacklisted?
As an actor, rejection is much more common than for writers. An actor will probably be rejected quite often. You will find someone who loves and accepts you eventually.
Actors can often make a living from acting because they are very talented. But most actors don't want to make a lot of money. They love acting, and they love telling stories. You'll be an actor if you love acting.
Sometimes you may be told by the audition panel that you are too young, too old, or wrong for the role. Or you might audition for a movie and lose out to another person. It happens all the times.
But once you've been cast, you may also face criticism. People will tell you that you look terrible or shouldn't be wearing makeup. If you're lucky, you won't even hear negative comments.
Sometimes your character isn't real or authentic and you will be criticised. You could be a gay actor and everyone assumes you are straight. Or maybe you play a woman who is supposed to be tough, but she cries a lot.
Sometimes they might ask you to change how you speak. Sometimes, they want you to sound more like a man or a woman. They usually want you sound better.
The best way to deal with these criticisms is to ignore them. Actors sometimes feel like failures when they hear they were wrong. But they're not guilty of anything.
They just weren't born with the talent that made them famous. And sometimes, no matter how hard they try, they don't fit the bill.
There are many reasons an actor might be blacklisted. Some people don't like actors. Others think that actors are lazy. Others think actors are lazy.
It doesn't matter what reason it may be, you won’t be banned if you keep trying. There are many jobs out there and you'll be able to find them.
If you persevere, you will eventually succeed.
Statistics
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked the world
Nothing is more shocking than seeing someone famous for wrong reasons. But, it's equally shocking to watch them fall from the graces.
The best thing about watching how an industry reacts when it makes mistakes is the best part. There are many stories about celebrities who drank excessively. Some even died young because of it.
The worst part about this is that these same stars come out with their problems and are ridiculed by everyone. That's where we found ourselves last week.
Heath Ledger gave up after a long career that was successful. He succumbed after taking too many prescription medications. After a brief struggle with death, he died.
His family and friends struggled to accept his passing, and the media had a field day bashing him publicly.
Heath was once regarded as one of the best actors today. Two Academy Awards nominations were given to Heath for his role in Brokeback Mountain.
Heath, in addition to acting, also wrote and directed films such as A Knight's Tale (Monster's Ball) and Iron Man (3).
Hollywood loved Heath, however he soon grew too big for his good looks. He began to drink heavily and took drugs. He ended up in rehab and became clean.
He was now sober and wanted to make amends. He produced a documentary called Room 237 that documented the making process of The Shining. It was supposed that it would be released this year but it won't make its debut in theaters until next.
Heath tried unsuccessfully to get into Hollywood again, but nothing happened. Heath was in fact arrested twice on drug charges.
We are not suggesting that Heath should be allowed back into the show business. However, it would have been nice if he could have gotten some help before things spiraled out of control.
We hope Heath's story warns others who might think they can still have it all.