A funny history book about English Kings and Queens. The deadly consequences of a shipwreck on the English Crown. Pungent juice, brain aroma, and intriguing culinary experiences. The behavior of green sea turtles and seagrass conservation. Street musicians in 1860s London. The benefits of using Express VPN. Glue mishaps and unusual uses.
A man in Brazil got stuck to the glue he was stealing and could not escape for 36 hours.
Green sea turtles have returned to the same meadows of sea grass off North Africa for over 3,000 years.
King Stephen became king of England and sparked the anarchy due to disembarking from a ship that later sank after getting food poisoning.
Deep dives
Robber Arrested for Glue Theft
In 1993, a man in Brazil was arrested after attempting to rob a factory of its glue. However, he ended up getting stuck to the glue he was stealing and was unable to escape for 36 hours.
Sea Turtles Return to Same Feeding Grounds
Green sea turtles have been observed returning to the same meadows of sea grass off North Africa for over 3,000 years. Researchers have used chemical signatures in their bodies to confirm this long-standing behavior.
King Stephen's Accession to the Throne
King Stephen owed his throne in England to a case of food poisoning. He got diarrhea and decided to disembark from a ship called the White Ship, which later sank. This incident led to Stephen becoming king and sparked a series of conflicts known as the anarchy.
Impact of Global Warming on Turtles and Seagrass
Global warming is causing imbalances in turtle populations by influencing the temperature of the sand, resulting in predominantly male hatchlings. Additionally, the seagrass meadows, which play a crucial role in capturing and burying carbon, are under threat. To counteract these problems, efforts are being made to plant more seagrass meadows and protect sea floor areas where turtles thrive.
London Street Musicians in the 19th Century
During the 19th century, London was filled with street musicians, with an estimated ratio of one street musician for every ten streets. These musicians came from various backgrounds and played different instruments, including violins, pipes, brass bands, and herdy-gurdies. They relied on small contributions from passers-by and had regular routes where they collected money. However, their presence led to a significant noise pollution problem in the city.