Achy Breaky Heart
Fact: #3769
Viridans streptococci are among the first bacteria to build dental plaque, where they sit harmlessly in a protective layer. But… Read More
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A Change of Heart
Fact: #3768
The first successful human heart transplant was performed in Cape Town, South Africa in 1967 by Christiaan Barnard – making… Read More
Share Your Heart
Fact: #3767
One organ donor in South Africa can save up to 7 lives and improve more than 50 others through organ… Read More
A Safe Spring
Fact: #3766
The Chemistry Solutions Company reported on 30 May, 2025, that Newlands Spring water had tested safe for the preceding two… Read More
From Farmyards to Phrases
Fact: #3765
The phrase “spring chicken” dates back to 18th-century England, where buyers preferred chickens born in spring because they were fresher… Read More
A Spring Record
Fact: #3764
The Guinness World Record for the most consecutive pogo stick jumps is 115,170, achieved by James Roumeliotis (USA) at Pogopalooza… Read More