In countries like Botswana, Namibia and Zimbabwe, approximately 25% of the population is infected with AIDS. And in South Africa, the population is expected to drop by a third due to AIDS.
What was corrugated cardboard used for before?
Corrugated cardboard was patented in England in 1856 for use as bracing for top hats, but it wasn’t until December 20, 1871 that corrugated cardboard was patented for transportation purposes.
Who did the first translation of Endless night?
Carit Andersen wrote the first Danish translation of Endless Night by Agatha Christie.
Which cheese was Denmark’s most important export cheese in 1970?
In 1970, Havarti cheese was Denmark’s most important export cheese.
How many taste cells does the taste bud contain?
The taste buds look like small onions of about 0.05 mm and they contain about 5-18 taste cells.
Where does ski jumping come from?
Ski jumping originated in Morgedal, Norway, but the first actual competition was held in Trysil in 1862.
What came first? The pencil or the eraser?
The eraser was invented in 1752, while the pencil was first invented in 1662 in Germany.
How many states did Germany have in 1648?
In 1648, Germany consisted of 234 provincial states and 51 city states.
How was the Olympics held in ancient times?
During the ancient Olympic Games, there were only male athletes and they competed completely undressed.
