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Laila was known to spout the unknown. It had started when she was really little, where she found a silly TV program about training dogs. Her bright brown eyes would take in every minute of the show, absorbing the little facts that no one really regarded. Most people would watch it for the slight reality TV appeal, the drama and the eventual success about training a dog. But these little facts stuck to her, and she would tell everyone about them.
Kai LeavellePublished 3 years ago in FYI"It's Only Forever"
The movie “Labyrinth” is one of the greatest movies in the genre of fantasy. Filmed in 1986 and directed by Jim Henson “Labyrinth” has gained a huge cult following. The popularity of the movie is not just claimed by Jim Henson fans but also by David Bowie fans. It’s the type of movie that you can watch over and over as a child and continues to be a favorite through adulthood.
Kristen ReneePublished 3 years ago in FYI30 Facts About Game of Mass Destruction
"Battle Royale meets Westworld in this high-energy dystopian thriller by Chloe Gilholy. Game of Mass Destruction takes place in 2062, a future not too far away. Social issues, such as which restrooms transgendered people use, immigration, the proliferation of fake news, climate change, and a reality tv show with the power to shape not only entertainment, but also the scientific world, are topical and relevant." - Indiestoday
Chloe GilholyPublished 3 years ago in FYI"Let Me Apologize In Advance"
We’ve been telling stories for millennia. The first stories were told 40,000 years ago via primitive art--cave paintings akin to murals, which depicted short, ritualistic events, usually the hunt. Exciting stuff, no doubt, but what was its purpose? Was it meant solely to increase the heart rate of the intended viewing audience? Was it to bookmark our ancestors’ existence in a specific moment in time? Or was it to woo that cute Neanderthal girl you’ve had your one good eye on? At its core, storytelling is meant to entertain and educate, preserve tradition, history, and culture, all while instilling moral values and a sense of community.
Joe PalumboPublished 3 years ago in FYI- Top Story - March 2021
Why Profile Images Are Round?
Instagram got rid of square images in 2015. Now, its profile pictures are circled. Facebook, Snapchat, and LinkedIn all followed the same trend and ditched the square-shape photos.
Victoria KurichenkoPublished 3 years ago in FYI Nazi's on the Moon
Many of us have heard the conspiracy theories regarding secret Nazi bases hidden deep in the Antarctic or seen crazy movies about Nazi’s occupying the moon laying in wait. But did you know that in a way, the Nazi’s made it to the moon? Not literal Nazi’s of course, that would be absolutely insane and every conspiracy theorists dream. No, the fact I am about to share with you was bestowed upon me from my history teacher on my last ever lesson with him and is the wonderful culmination of several decades of history all wrapping up into one incredible mind-blowing, if a little controversial, fact.
FYI: Interesting facts about early morning frost
You have no doubt seen the glistening crystals of an early morning frost but perhaps you are unaware of certain pertinent details to this magical icy mist of nature. I have always been amazed at how the sun beams down upon the frozen crystals giving them a look of shimmering diamonds sparkling on the ground. Frost is actually a thin layer of ice on a solid surface. It forms when water vapor in an above-freezing atmosphere comes in contact with a solid surface where the temperature is below freezing.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in FYIAmerica's Most Popular Blues Legend, A Deal With The Devil?
Many people have heard the story but not many people know the history. If you've heard the story of the "Faustian Pact" it refers to a 15th century deal between a clergyman and the demon Mephistopheles. It's debatable what really happened but the Faustian Deal has become an ingredient in many literary, musical, artistic works, and cinematic pieces. In recent years the pact with the devil, or demons, has become a recurring ingredient in the just ended television series, Supernatural. Most of those deals centered around the characters of the crossroads demons, most notably the character of Mark Sheppards' Crowley.
Jason Ray MortonPublished 3 years ago in FYITo be or not to be an Aries
When I hear my friends talk about their zodiacs and their connection to the universe I try not to feed into their beliefs. I want to stand out of the crowd and be unique. I don’t want to believe that I’m just like every other Aries out there. And yet as I was challenged to look into the personality characteristics of an Aries I found myself checking boxes like following a recipe. I’m not pleased with that at all. I’m adventurous. I’ve been zip-lining in the Dominican Republic, skydiving in Illinois and parasailing in Mexico. The typical person doesn’t do that. I’m kind and I have a good heart, but most people are only out for themselves. I spent almost an hour trying to convince myself that I was the exception to the Aries stereotypes, then I actually researched my zodiac. Crap.
Nicole FranklinPublished 3 years ago in FYI10 Bizarre Inventions That Never Made It To Your Home.
With so many bright and inspired minds in the world today, the market is bound to be saturated with some inventions that are a bit odd. Today’s article compiles ten inventions that were meant for homes but were simply too bizarre to flourish for too long. The reasons for why these products failed vary, from major inefficiency to overall ineffectiveness.
The Savant PostPublished 3 years ago in FYIYou Have No Idea How Much Your Brain Is Ignoring
In an iconic study from 1999, Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris, researchers at Harvard University, used a gorilla costume as a prop to explore visual perception.
Jeremy SuttonPublished 3 years ago in FYIHergé: The man behind the beloved "Tintin"
A Belgian reporter travelling the world with his beloved fox terrier dog Snowy, based on the writer’s own brother Paul and also his previous character “Totor”. This reporter would get entangled in many mysterious cases and solve them with help of his friends like Professor Calculus, Captain Haddock and the Unforgettable silly police detective duo Thomson and Thompson. It’s hard to not mesmerize this wonderful comic that took up most youths during the 20th Century. The reporter is none other than the beloved Tintin of Hergé.
Cordellia NovisPublished 3 years ago in FYI