From Tsunamis to Sleeping Fish: Surprising but True Facts

Did You Know a Little Girl Saved Over 100 People?
Tilly Smith, a young girl from England, learned in school how to recognize signs of a tsunami. Just two weeks later, while on vacation in Phuket, Thailand, she noticed the sea pulling back and strange bubbles in the water. She started shouting for everyone to leave the beach. A tsunami hit shortly after, but thanks to her warning, no one on that beach lost their life.

Did You Know There's a Fish That Can Live Outside Water?
The lungfish is a special kind of fish that lives in muddy freshwater. It has both lungs and gills, so it can breathe in water and on land when needed.

Did You Know an Economic Rule Came from a Wealth Gap?
Economist Vilfredo Pareto noticed that 20% of people in Italy owned 80% of the wealth. This idea later became the “80/20 rule,” which is now used in business and life to explain how a small part of something often leads to most of the results.

Did You Know What’s Called the Emerald Isle?
Ireland is famous for its beautiful green landscapes. That’s why it’s often called the "Emerald Isle"—a nickname that reflects its lush, vibrant scenery.

Did You Know One Fish Sleeps in a Bubble?
The parrotfish sleeps in coral reefs. At night, it wraps itself in a see-through mucus cocoon that protects it from predators and tiny parasites. In the morning, it breaks free and swims away!

Did You Know the Tallest Pyramid Is in Egypt?
The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one still standing. It once stood 147 meters tall but now measures 137 meters due to weathering over the years.

Did You Know Which Instrument Has a Triangle Shape?
The balalaika is a traditional Russian string instrument with a triangular body. It usually has three strings, and comes in six different sizes, each making its own sound. It’s popular in places like Russia, Ukraine, and parts of Asia.