Tag Archives: history

What Everyone Gets Wrong About Planes

Posted on May 27, 2025 by agogo22

Myths and misconceptions about planes. Go to https://groundnews.com/Ver to see through media misconceptions and get all sides of every story. Subscribe to save 40% off unlimited access through our link. If you enjoyed this video and want to go deeper, … Continue reading →

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The WEIRDEST Landscape in Ireland (The Burren)

Posted on May 27, 2025 by agogo22

[…] A hiking & wild camping adventure in The Burren, a weird landscape in Ireland that I discovered thanks to an episode of Father Ted. I discover ancient ruins, discuss the connection to Lord of The Rings and find a … Continue reading →

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The letter “Q” has a strange history…

Posted on May 27, 2025 by agogo22
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This Double Maze Copper Lock has been used in China for more than 2,000 years as security systems.

Posted on May 24, 2025 by agogo22
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Gareth Worthington | Anita Street in Ancoats

Posted on May 23, 2025 by agogo22
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‘The Industry’ by Alex Chinneck

Posted on May 23, 2025 by agogo22

17 May 2025 The Industry is a major new public artwork for Sheffield by Alex Chinneck. The sculpture celebrates Sheffield’s historic waterways and industrial heritage. It takes the form of a full-size canal boat, whose body behaves in an extraordinary … Continue reading →

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Aerial view of New York

Posted on May 23, 2025 by agogo22
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Why do Brits think ‘pants’ are underwear? | CLOTHING WORDS

Posted on May 21, 2025 by agogo22

[…] Jess and Rob are unravelling the origins of our words for fabric and clothing in this highly fashionable episode of Words Unravelled. 🩲 Why do ‘pants’ mean different things in the UK and US? 👖 Which city are your … Continue reading →

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Why Amsterdam Looks Wrong, On Purpose…

Posted on May 20, 2025 by agogo22

Get 20% OFF posters & frames & FREE worldwide shipping using the code “OBF” at checkout: https://mappedstudios.com/products/am… Support me on Patreon: / oliverbahl Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliverbahlf… Video by: Oliver Franke Animation courtesy of the Amsterdam City Archive: • … Continue reading →

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Why doesn’t the green man flash anymore?

Posted on May 20, 2025 by agogo22

Go to https://www.groundnews.com/chrisspargo for a better way to stay informed. Subscribe for 40% off unlimited access to world-wide coverage through my link. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/chrisspargo ​‪@evan‬’s video about HAWK crossings • This new traffic light is shockingly dange… Thanks to Chris … Continue reading →

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