Former President George W. Bush began the U.S. military invasion of Afghanistan in the fall of 2001 after the 9/11 terror attacks on the Pentagon and World Trade Centers in New York. The U.S. pursued the al-Qaida militants who had planned the attack and received support from the Taliban. Here are other facts about Afghanistan. […]
Hajj – Did You Know?
Holy Hajj Season is upon us for devout Muslims. This year, Hajj began on the evening of July 17 and ends on the evening of July 22. One way to celebrate this holy season includes a pilgrimage to Mecca. Here are some other fascinating Holy Haji facts – Pilgrims visit the Grand Mosque in the […]
National Ice Cream Day – Did You Know?
What’s better than ice cream? Absolutely nothing! So why are Americans celebrating National Ice Cream Day on July 18th this year? Well, the story goes… Thanks to President Reagan, we celebrate National Ice Cream Day every third Sunday in July Reagan wanted to commemorate a treat enjoyed by over 90 percent of the U.S. population […]
Food Riots – Did You Know?
Did you know there are currently ongoing food riots and shortages in two provinces in South Africa? This affects many good people there. Please say a prayer for our brothers and sisters in South Africa. Here is the rest of the story: KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng are major food processing hubs One risk is the free […]
National French Fry Day – Did You Know?
Those mouth-watering French fries originated in Belgium or France (disputed). They are also called chips, finger chips, fries, frites, hot chips, or steak fries. More fascinating facts about French Fries – The main ingredients are potatoes and oil Other popular variations include curly fries, shoestring fries, sweet potato fries and chili cheese fries French fries are […]
Onward Christian Soldiers
Sometimes we just need music to give us that extra spiritual lift. The song Onward Christian Soldiers can do just that. What amazing words of strength, integrity, and devotion to God are found in this beautiful church hymn. Music is a talent we can share with others. Did you know that – William James Gaither […]
Did You Know? 4th of July
Did You Know? July 4th is also known as Independence Day. On this day, we celebrate the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress adopting the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. At that time, Congress was made up of delegates from the United States’ original thirteen colonies. They unanimously approved the document that declared […]
Did You Know? Hopi Farmers
In New Mexico, the Hopi farmers use dry-land farming for their crops. The current 2021 drought is making it more difficult for the corn to grow. More fascinating facts about the Hopi farmers – Corn is a big part of their life They are dependent on corn to sustain life The Hopi pray for rain […]
Did You Know? Pomegranate
Want to feel better? Pomegranate juice (100% pure) has helped plenty of people feel better and gain back their strength. Pomegranates have been eaten throughout history for their health benefits. Here are a few fascinating pomegranate facts – Pomegranate juice contains more than one hundred phytochemicals Pomegranate fruit has been used for thousands of years […]
Did You Know? Grasshoppers
Remember that insect with the cute green legs and wings hopping up and down in the summer grass? Well, those green legs might be coming your way if you live in a drought infected land. More fascinating grasshopper facts – Grasshoppers like to live in semiarid regions, grasslands, and tropical forests Grasshopper lifespan is one […]
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