Facts You Probably don’t Need

• Richard Branson bought an island when he was just 28. It was listed at $6,000,000, but he negotiated it down to $180,000.

• In addition to being a mathematician and scientist, Isaac Newton also served two brief terms as a member of the UK parliament from 1698-90 and 1701-02.

• Plums, pears, and apples all belong to the rose family.

• One of the most popular pizza toppings in Brazil is peas.

• There was a shipwreck in 1664, a shipwreck in 1785, and a shipwreck in 1820. Each had one survivor. Each survivor was named Hugh Williams.

• Elvis was a blonde originally.

•  There is only one country between Norway and North Korea.

• Honey never spoils. Its low moisture content and acidity act as natural preservatives, preventing bacteria and mold from growing.

          Facts by Sean McVeigh, factologist.