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The oldest known use of oil paint was found in caves behind the Buddhas of Bamiyan in Afghanistan, dating to the mid-7th century AD. Artists used walnut and poppy seed oils to bind mineral pigments. The giant Buddhas were destroyed by the Taliban in 2001. The murals show Buddha scenes and reflect influences from China, India, and Eurasia, linked to Silk Road artists. [Read more] @googlefactss 🎨🕌 #Afghanistan #OilPaint #Bamiyan #Taliban #SilkRoad #ArtHistory

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Eels undergo a life cycle called catadromous. This is when an animal is born in salt water, migrates to fresh water to grow, and then returns to the ocean to spawn @googlefactss #fish

The name Italy comes from the Oscan(an extinct southern Italy language) word víteliú, meaning “calf land,” perhaps because the bull was a symbol of the Southern Italian tribes. @googlefactss #nowyouknow #europe

Saddam Hussein was captured on December 13, 2003, by U.S. forces near Tikrit, Iraq, ending his years in hiding after the 2003 Iraq invasion. His capture marked a significant moment in the Iraq War, leading to his trial and eventual execution for crimes against humanity. This event symbolized a major shift in Iraq’s political landscape. 🇮🇶⚖️ [Read more] @googlefactss #SaddamHussein #IraqWar #MilitaryHistory #USForces #MiddleEast

Ants don't have lungs. They breathe through tiny holes along the sides of their bodies called spiracles. These connect to a network of tubes (tracheae) that deliver oxygen directly to their tissues. [Read more] @googlefactss #Ants #Biology #Entomology #ScienceFacts

🚗 The name "Mazda" comes from Ahura Mazda, the Zoroastrian god of wisdom, intelligence, and light. The company was founded in 1920 by Jujiro Matsuda, who chose the name both for its similarity to his surname and its inspiring meaning of innovation and light. [Read more] @googlefactss #Mazda #CarHistory #BrandOrigin #AutoFacts #JapaneseCars

Drowsy driving causes 1 million crashes, 500,000 injuries, and 8,000 deaths each year in the U.S. Just one sleepless night can impair performance as much as a blood-alcohol level of 0.10 percent, beyond the legal limit to drive. Like alcohol, sleep deprivation also affects judgment, making it harder to assess how impaired you are when you're tired. [Source] @googlefactss #sleep #zzzz #health

🔍 The Laotian rock rat is a remarkable Lazarus species—a living fossil rediscovered in Laos in 1996 after being thought extinct for 11 million years. This unique rodent resembles a small, dark-furred squirrel and belongs to an ancient family once known only from fossils. [Source1] [source2] @googlefactss #LazarusSpecies #LivingFossil #Wildlife #Conservation #LaotianRockRat

The first hard disk drive to reach the 1-gigabyte (GB) capacity weighed approximately 227-250 kgs (500 - 550 pounds) for the main unit. This device, the IBM 3380 direct access storage device, was announced by IBM in 1980. It was roughly the size of a refrigerator and carried a price tag of approximately $40,000. @googlefactss #technology

“Blue balls” (epididymal hypertension) is a temporary feeling of pressure or mild pain in the testicles caused by sexual arousal without orgasm. Blood flow increases to the genitals and builds pressure that is usually relieved by ejaculation. The testicles do not turn blue. Women can have a similar feeling called “blue vulva” or “blue bean.” The discomfort usually lasts a few minutes but can last hours. Symptoms include aching, heaviness, and mild pain. Priapism is different; it is a long erection lasting over 4 hours and needs emergency care. To ease blue balls, try self-relief, distraction, exercise, or warm/cold showers. Talking openly with partners can help reduce the chance of this discomfort. 🩵🍆💙🍑 [Read more] [Read more nsfw] @googlefactss #BlueBalls #Health #SexEducation

Jamhuri Day (Swahili: “Republic Day”) — is Kenya’s national day, celebrated on December 12. It marks independence from Britain (12 Dec 1963) and becoming a republic (12 Dec 1964). Common observances: flag‑raising, presidential speeches, parades, cultural performances, and civic ceremonies. If you’re Kenyan or were there during the festivities, share your photos. @googlefactss #JamhuriDay #Kenya #Independence

Every year, over 700,000 people lose their lives to suicide worldwide—a heartbreaking reality that is, importantly, preventable. While we are not healthcare professionals, we strongly encourage you to reach out to the organizations listed below if you or someone you care about is struggling. Support is available, and no one has to face this alone. [Read more1] [Read more2] [Get help 1] [Get help 2] [Get help 3] @googlefactss #SuicidePrevention 🧠 #MentalHealth 💙 #WHO #StaySafe

“Knock on wood” is a saying people use to avoid bad luck. It may come from old beliefs that trees have spirits or from the Christian cross made of wood. Different countries have their own ways to “knock on wood” to stay lucky. For example, in Italy, people “touch iron,” and in Turkey, they knock twice and pull their earlobe. 🌳🙏🍀 [Read more] @googlefactss #KnockOnWood #GoodLuck #Superstition #Idioms #Culture

In 1995, wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone, sparking a remarkable ecological revival. Their presence changed elk behavior, allowing vegetation along riverbanks to recover. This regrowth stabilized soil and encouraged beaver populations to thrive, whose dams further improved water retention and created diverse aquatic habitats. Together, wolves and beavers helped reshape the ecosystem, even altering river flows. 🐺🦫🌿🌊 [Read more] @googlefactss #Wolves #Beavers #Yellowstone #EcosystemRestoration #RiverRevival #Conservation #NaturePower

Colombia has the most bird species in the world, with over 1,900 species. 🦜🦅🌳 [Read more] @googlefactss #Birds #Colombia #Wildlife #Nature #Birdwatching

The first website ever is still online and accessed at a restored CERN address: http://info.cern.ch. While the original site is gone, a 1992 copy of the page is available, which describes the World Wide Web project, its technical details, and how to use it. @googlefactss #technology

December 11, 1941, Hitler declared war on the U.S. after Japan attacked Pearl Harbor. This made the U.S. join World War II in Europe. Hitler’s choice was because of his alliance with Japan and wrong strategy. This helped unite the Allies against the Axis. ⚔️🌍 @googlefactss #WWII #Hitler #USHistory #PearlHarbor #Allies [Read more] @googlefactss #WWII #Hitler #USHistory #PearlHarbor #Allies