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Weird Facts That

Will Shock Your

Mind!

Find out facts about

everything from

spiders to

computers!

Laugh Out Loud

Falcons Magazine 16-17Read humorous
stories that will

tickle your tickle

bone A magazine that covers everything from stories to book reviews
By Bhavana Vijayanand, ELA Hour 3
Sleep Disorder -
What is it?

Learn more about

how you sleep and

some facts about

sleep problems

Table Of Contents

Table of Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 2
True Stories under 100 Words ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 3&4
Laugh Out Loud ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 5
Sleep Disorder;What is it? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 6&7
20 Weird Facts That Will Shock Your Mind! -----------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 8&9
Technology In The Next 50 Years -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 10
Things To Do During The Summer -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 11
50 Things To Do Before You Die --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 12
The Easiest Chocolate Lava Cake --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 13
A Perfect Sunny Day ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pg 14

100 Word Stories

True Stories In Under 100 Words

The Turn In Life
I was standing the interview office with my dad. My

dad was having a job interview to transfer to the United
States. I was really hoping that he would be successful in
this interview as I have always wanted to see the U.S. I saw
my dad approaching me, having finished the interview.
“Get ready to pack your bags,” my dad said, smiling. I
couldn’t believe it. I had to leave everything behind. My
school, my home, my friends. When I was attending my
last day of school before moving, I was devastated. I had
no idea how I could leave my friends. That was when I
know how much I loved Singapore. I didn’t want to leave.
But it was too late to turn back.

True Stories In Under 100 Words 100 Word Stories

The Special Day
It was finally the day; my birthday. I have always

loved celebrating my birthday. But my dad wasn’t here
on this special day. I went to school and my friends
gifted me presents too. But something was missing. I
walked back home and just before I opened the door, I
saw them ; my dad’s shoes. Could it be? I rushed into
the house and saw my dad smiling. “Happy birthday,”
he said. I realized that had found that missing puzzle
piece.

Laugh Out Loud Humor

Old Times the old man returns from the kitchen and hands
A couple in their nineties are both having problems his wife a plate of bacon and eggs.

remembering things. They decide to go to the doctor for a She stares at the plate for a moment and
checkup. The doctor tells them that they are physically okay, says… “Where’s my toast?”
but they might want to start writing things down to help (inspire21.com)
them remember. Later that night, the old man gets up from
his chair. His wife asks, “Where are you going?” The Party Dress
My Mom was going to the a birthday party
“To the kitchen,” he replies.
“Will you get me a bowl of ice cream?” but needed a new party dress. In the clothing store
“Sure,” the old man replies. she asked,” May I try that dress in the window
“Don’t you think that you should write it down?” she please?”
asks.
“No, I can remember it.” “Certainly not, madam,” responded the
“Well, I’d like some strawberries and whipped cream salesgirl,“You’ll have to use the fitting room like
on top too, you’d better write this down because I know everybody else!”
you’ll forget it,” she retorts.
“ I don’t need to write it down, I can remember it!”
Then he grumbles into the kitchen. After about 20 minutes

Sleep Disorder - What Is It? Medical News

A recent study shows that about 60% of Poll, more than half of people reported at least one
Americans complain of having trouble sleeping and symptom of insomnia at least a few nights per week.
about 25% to 30% may be affected by a type of sleep
disorder. Sleep disorders are changes in sleeping Another common type of sleep disorder is sleep
patterns or habits that negatively affect apnea, a disorder in which you have one or more pauses
health.Snoring, sleep apnea, insomnia, sleep in breathing or shallow breaths while you sleep. The
deprivation are common sleep disorders. There are airway repeatedly becomes blocked, limiting the
over 100 different types of sleeping disorders ranging amount of air that reaches your lungs. Your brain and
from difficulty sleeping at night to problems with body becomes oxygen deprived and you may wake up.
excessive daytime sleepiness. This may happen a few times a night usually. Many
confuse sleep apnea and snoring, which are completely
Insomnia is difficulty falling asleep or staying 2 different things. Sleep apnea is a more serious
asleep, even when a person has the chance to do so. condition but treatment options are still available.
People with insomnia can feel dissatisfied with their CPAP, other breathing devices, dental devices, implants
sleep and usually experience symptoms such as and surgery are some of the treatment options available.
fatigue, low energy, difficulty concentrating, mood
disturbances, and decreased performance in work or REM sleep disorder is another sleep disorder
at school. In a 2005 National Sleep Foundation which is quite different from the ones stated previously.

Sleep Disorder - What Is It? Medical News

People who suffer from REM sleep disorder act
out their dream. They physically move limbs or even
get up and engage in activities associated with waking.
Some engage in sleep talking, shouting, screaming,
hitting or punching. The cause of such a disorder is
unknown but usually the cause is associated with
alcohol or sedative-hypnotic withdrawal, tricyclic
antidepressant and many more.

Most sleep disorders have a variety of treatment
options and it is important that you visit the doctor if
you notice some of the symptoms of the disorder.
Some symptoms like not being able to sleep properly
for a few days could occur to a person with no sleep 1. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/sleepapnea
disorder as other factors such as health should be 2. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sleep-apnea/basics

taken into consideration. /definition/con-20020286

3. https://sleepfoundation.org/sleep-disorders-problems/rem-behavio

r-disorder

15 Weird Facts That Will Shock Your Mind! Strange But True

1. Months that begin on a Sunday will always have a “Friday the 13th”
2. In France, it is legal to marry a dead person
3. The tongue of a blue whale weighs more than most elephants!
4. You are 1% shorter in the evening than in the morning
5. Human thighbones are stronger than concrete
6. Just like fingerprints, everyone has different tongue prints
7. Cows kill more people than sharks do
8. A flea can jump up to 200 times its own height. That is the

equivalent of a human jumping the Empire State Building
9. 620 million years ago, an Earth day was only 21.9 hours long. It is

extending a little every year
10. An apple in the morning will keep you more awake than a cup of

coffee

15 Weird Facts That Will Shock Your Mind! Strange But True

11. Banging your head against the wall for an hour can burn 150 calories
12. The average person spends only 10 minutes a day speaking
13. Sharks do not get cancer
14. You accidentally eat around a pound(480g) of insects everyday
15. When a person cries and the first drop of tear comes from the right eye, it's happiness. If it's from the left, it's
pain

● http://www.livin3.com/50-cool-and-weird-fun-facts-that-you-should-know#mind%20blowing%20facts
● http://www.short-funny.com/fun-facts-2.php
● https://www.thefactsite.com/2016/06/100-strange-but-true-facts.html
● https://www.thefactsite.com/2013/02/top-100-technology-facts.html

Technology

Technology In the Next 50 Years

Technology has been improving and making vast changes in Many people would want to eat all they want to eat but
however your fat levels would increase. But thanks to
our lives thanks to many new discoveries and advancements. In the technology,there would soon be a drug that lets you eat whatever
next 50 years, technology can have the potential to change our whole you want without gaining weight.The scientists already having
life; how we live, talk or even move. Through Biotechnology, Bionic re-engineered a gene that controls obesity in rats and these
Hands allow people without fingers to have fully functional hands that genetically modified rats were then able to eat and eat and never
can pick up and handle delicate objects. It is completely controlled by gain weight. Lastly, technology has pretty much changed our
the brain and it required no surgery to install the Bionic Hands. lives, but soon it would change how long we live. In around 20
years we will have the means to reprogram our bodies’ stone-age
The next type of technology is about virtual reality. Screens on software through nanotechnology which would let us live for
your phone, your computer and your TV will disappear and be ever.
replaced by eyewear. The result will be a massive disruption in a
number of industries ranging from consumer retail, to real estate, 1. http://highexistence.com/10-ways-the-next-10-years-are-going-to-be-mind
education, travel, entertainment, and the fundamental ways we
operate as humans. There is another quite surprising element which is -blowing/
gender-changing pills. With Gender XY-Change, a pill that could 2. https://singularityhub.com/2015/05/11/the-world-in-2025-8-predictions-for-
instantly change your hormone levels and effects would last until the
other pill is taken. the-next-10-years

Writer’s Choice #1

Things To Do During The Summer As A Teenager

Many teenagers would look forward to summer during school but once
summer starts, they have nothing to do. They would be completely bored and would
sometimes even wish that they had school. This article would list various activities to
take part in during the Summer.Firstly, you could set up a lemonade stand. You could
meet new people in your neighbourhood and make some money at the same time.
Many people would want a nice cool lemonade on a hot and sweltering day. You
could also learn a new skill that you have never thought of. In the 2 whole months of
summer, you could learn a whole lot like a new language, new instrument and so on.
Next, you could set your phone aside and read a book. Many teens have been
absorbed in their phones that they haven’t read many books. There is a great variety
of books available and you could choose any book of your genre and start reading it.
You could also go to a summer camp and spend your time outside instead of being
stuck in the same place. You would feel active and it is a great getaway from home.
You could clean your rooms and give them a whole new look. It might seem tiring at
first but as your creativity flows, your room would look amazing! Lastly, you could
spend time with your friends during the summer before school starts. Many teens do
not have the time to spend with friends because of homework or projects or sports.
You could use this time wisely and hang out with your friends.

50 Things To Do Before You Die Writer’s Choice #2

1. Ride in a hot air balloon 26. Win a lucky draw
2. Sleep under the stars 27. Live in a different country for at least 6 months
3. Travel to all the seven continents 28. Act in a film
4. See New Year's Eve at Times Square(New York) 29. Fly a kite
5. Do a bungee jump 30. Be a vegetarian for one whole month(if you are not a vegetarian)
6. Eat at one of the world’s best restaurants 31. Fold 1,000 origami cranes and give them to someone special
7. Fly 1st Class 32. Conquer your biggest fear
8. Ride a Roller Coaster 33. See the cherry blossoms in Japan
9. send a message in a bottle 34. Fly in a helicopter
10. See the Northern Lights 35. Meet someone you always wanted to meet
11. Read 1000 books 36. Go on a cruise
12. Attend the Oscars 37. Visit a castle
13. Be blind for a day 38. Learn sign language
14. Complete the 100 push-up challenge 39. See the Mona Lisa (in Louvre, in Paris)
15. Donate $1 million to charity 40. Go to a costume party and dress up as your favorite character
16. Wish someone happy birthday on the radio 41. See a sunrise and sunset
17. Donate blood 42. Go for at least one month without internet
18. Be fluent in spanish 43. Swim with dolphins
19. Do an extreme sport 44. Take part in a marathon
20. Climb a mountain 45. Speak in front of a large crowd
21. Start your own business 46. Travel to Antarctica
22. Walk in the rain 47. Go on a road trip
23. Adopt a pet 48. Zip-line
24. Write and publish a book 49. Go snow skiing
25. Play a new musical instrument 50. Help someone who is in need

The Easiest Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Ingredients: 8. Add the rest of the chocolate mixture and gently fold everything together until
● 4 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate it’s combined well
● 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
● 2 tablespoons sugar 9. Divide the batter evenly between the two greased custard cups(*cups shouldn’t
● 2 large eggs be more than 3/4 full)
● 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
● ⅛ teaspoon salt 10. Put them in the oven and bake them until the tops are set(about 11 min)

1. First, preheat the oven to 425°F and grease two 6 to 8-ounce custard cups with each ½ 11. Let them sit for 5 minutes when they come out of the oven and you’re done!
tablespoon of butter
2. Put a small spoonful of sugar in each cup and dump out any excess Many young bakers worry that the chocolate lava cake is complicated and
3. Microwave a cup of chopped up chocolate on high in 30 second intervals, taking it out to that only experienced bakers can pull it off. However, this recipe shows that even
stir between each interval young kids could prepare a scrumptious and delicious high quality chocolate lava
4. Combine pieces of butter and some sugar in a medium mixing bowl and cream the butter cake in just 11 easy steps without any extra help too!
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A Perfect Sunny Day Photo

The sun shining brightly, the cool breeze and the warmth of the
sunshine. I love Spring as it feels really warm yet cool. The flowers start to
blossom and leaves start to magically appear from the bare trees. It leaves
me in shock from its beauty.

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Thanks for Reading! Have a great day!