The "Did you know" thread.....

[ManofKent]

Originally Posted by Greenman

On the subject of cigars the programme I watched (Arena) on BBC Four also stated that it was a myth that cigars were rolled on the thighs of dusky maidens-well it made for an interesting image!

Unless they had scabies that is...

[chris chunt]

Did you know
Thrice is enough
( for the nanny )

[philll_77]

Originally Posted by chris chunt

Did you know
Thrice is enough
( for the nanny )

It's also enough for Nine Below Zero. Worth 2mins of your time!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk-YdfBVt6o

[Roubignol]

Sustainable development is the organizing principle for meeting human development goals while at the same time sustaining the ability of natural systems to provide the natural resources and ecosystem services upon which the economy and society depend. The desired result is a state of society where living conditions and resource use continue to meet human needs without undermining the integrity and stability of the natural system. Sustainable development can be classified as development that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations.

While the modern concept of sustainable development is derived mostly from the 1987 Brundtland Report, it is also rooted in earlier ideas about sustainable forest management and twentieth century environmental concerns. As the concept developed, it has shifted to focus more on economic development, social development and environmental protection for future generations.

The three main pillars of sustainable development include economic growth, environmental protection, and social equality.



While many people agree that each of these three ideas contribute to the overall idea of sustainability, it is difficult to find evidence of equal levels of initiatives for the three pillars in countries' policies worldwide.
With the overwhelming number of countries that put economic growth on the forefront of sustainable development, it is evident that the other two pillars have been suffering, especially with the overall well being of the environment in a dangerously unhealthy state. The Brundtland Commission has put forth a conceptual framework that many nations agree with and want to try to make a difference with in their countries, but it has been difficult to change these concepts about sustainability into concrete actions and programs. Implementing sustainable development globally is still a challenge, but because of the Brundtland Commission's efforts, progress has been made. After releasing their report, Our Common Future, the Brundtland Commission called for an international meeting to take place where more concrete initiatives and goals could be mapped out. This meeting was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A comprehensive plan of action, known as Agenda 21, came out of the meeting. Agenda 21 entailed actions to be taken globally, nationally, and locally in order to make life on Earth more sustainable going into the future.

[ManofKent]

The word Miracle comes from the Latin word Miraculum which means "a wonder".

[Roubignol]

A little fact that could reassure British ultra-nationalists.

Meghan Markle ‘has Swiss ancestor’

Meghan Markle ‘has Swiss ancestor’

A small Swiss commune is claiming a direct link to the American actress Meghan Markle who will marry Britain’s Prince Harry [...].

According to Swiss newspaper reports, excitement is running high in Glattfelden, a commune of 4,000 people in the canton of Zurich, following the discovery that Markle is descended from a local resident.

In the 18th century an ancestor of the future British royal emigrated from Zurich to America, it is claimed.

The Landbote newspaper said Kaspar Glattfelder was the actress’s great-great-great-great-great grandfather.

He left Switzerland for America between 1738 and 1743, with the family settling in Philadelphia.

Markle’s father is descended from Kaspar Glattfelder.

“The whole of Glattfelden is delighted that the future princess carries the excellent Glattfelden genes,” the paper quoted local mayor Ernst Gassmann as saying.

Gassmann said he planned to send Markle an official invitation to visit the commune and discover her Swiss roots.

[Estreeter]

Originally Posted by Greenman

On the subject of cigars

Did you know The brand of Cigar slick Willy Clinton shoved up Monica Lewenski was Gurkha Cigars You didn't Now that is useful info Must try one at next special occasion

[Sir Honkers]

Eating human brains results in the contraction of a neurological disorder called transmissible spongiform encephalopathy. So zombies are essentially fucked. Apparently it's alright to eat the rest of the body though.

[Mal Hombre]

Originally Posted by loosegoose

Eating human brains results in the contraction of a neurological disorder called transmissible spongiform encephalopathy. So zombies are essentially fucked. Apparently it's alright to eat the rest of the body though.

That's known as "Kuru",You can only get it from eating infected brains..

[Roubignol]

Originally Posted by loosegoose

Eating human brains results in the contraction of a neurological disorder called transmissible spongiform encephalopathy. So zombies are essentially fucked. Apparently it's alright to eat the rest of the body though.

Not only human brain, but British cow brains too.