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The History of Fireworks: A Sparkling Invention from Ancient China

by content_editor | Jan 8, 2025 | Fun Facts, Holiday Facts

Fireworks light up the skies during celebrations worldwide, but their origins trace back to ancient China over 2,000 years ago. Initially, they weren’t the colorful displays we see today—they started as simple explosions meant to ward off evil spirits. The earliest...

Why We Drop a Ball on New Year’s Eve: A Times Square Tradition

by funfactfeed_admin | Dec 31, 2024 | Fun Facts, Holiday Facts

Every year, millions of people gather in Times Square—or watch from home—to witness the iconic New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. But where did this dazzling tradition come from, and why do we drop a ball to mark the start of a new year? The story is a fascinating blend of...

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A Day on Venus Is Longer Than a Year

Venus has one of the most unusual rotations in our solar system. A single day on Venus—meaning the time it takes for the planet to rotate once on its axis—lasts 243 Earth days. However, it only takes 225 Earth days for Venus to complete one orbit around the Sun. This means a day on Venus is actually longer than a year! Adding to the oddity, Venus rotates in the opposite direction of most planets, causing the Sun to rise in the west and set in the east. Venus is truly a planet of extremes!