A proposed epoch marking the impact of human activities on the Earth's environment and geology.
Anthropocene
Fact of the Day
Some Anglo-Norman's French accents were so bad it was rumoured there was a cursed spring in Marlborough, Wiltshire. Those who drank from it would end up speaking 'Marlborough French'.
Quote of the Day
"Getting up in the morning is no pleasure; Drinking in the morning is the best.
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~ François Rabelais, monk and scholar
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.