Discover the Top 9 Astonishing and Unforgettable Fun Facts from 2013!

1. House of Cards Netflix Success

Who'd have thought Washington politics could be so binge-worthy? In a twist right out of a political thriller: Netflix hit the streaming jackpot in 2013, with House of Cards becoming their most-watched series, leading to a surge in subscribers and paving the way for more original content like Hemlock Grove, Arrested Development, and Orange Is The New Black.
Source => techcrunch.com

2. Twerk Added to Oxford Dictionary Online

In 2013, the Oxford Dictionaries Online twerked their way into the digital age by embracing booty-shaking lingo that sent tongues wagging and stirred the high-brow pot: they added "twerk" to their online edition, defining it as a dance involving sexually provocative hip movements and a squatting stance, sparking a hilarious spectrum of reactions ranging from puritanical eye-rolls to giddy classroom giggles, but leaving the venerable print Oxford English Dictionary remains untarnished.
Source => businessinsider.com

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3. Microsoft Acquires Nokia's Lumia Brand

Back in 2013, Microsoft made quite a "Lumia-nating" decision by swiping right on Nokia's profile, in a corporate match made in heaven: They purchased Nokia's Devices & Services business for EUR 5.44 billion in cash, including the Lumia brand, which brought 32,000 employees - 4,700 of whom hailed from Finland - under Microsoft's umbrella, and helped fast-track their growth in the mobile device market.
Source => news.microsoft.com

4. Beyoncé's Surprise Album Drop

In an act of sheer musical sorcery, Beyoncé conjured up her fifth self-titled album from the depths of iTunes without warning, summoning a tidal wave of frantic fans that made the website vanish into cyberspace for a spell: Despite the magical mishap, "Beyoncé" managed to sell 80,000 copies within a mere three enchanting hours, quickly topping the iTunes charts, and the album proved both bewitching and leak-proof, being released with a wizardly touch.
Source => dailymail.co.uk

5. Sony Introduces Phablets

In 2013, the folks at Sony held their pinky fingers to their mouths and cackled "mwahaha!" as they unveiled a Frankenstein-esque creation that begged the question, "Is it a phone, or is it a tablet?": The phablet was born with the introduction of Sony Galaxy Mega, a whopping 6.3-inch hybrid device that had many pondering if its colossal size could be tamed by pockets everywhere, while curious tech enthusiasts anticipated the rise of phablet shipments in eager, conspiratorial whispers.
Source => statista.com

6. Pope Offers Twitter Indulgences

In a divine act of Twitter-fueled redemption, the Pope embraced the hashtag and blessed the faithful with a modern twist on an age-old practice: In 2013, the Vatican offered "indulgences" for followers of Pope Francis' tweets, granting spiritual perks to those who completed certain tasks like attending Catholic World Youth Day or climbing the Sacred Steps, with the caveat that old-fashioned faith and true contrition were still required.
Source => theguardian.com

7. Seagull Photobombs Fighter Jets

When seagulls form their squadrons, even fighter jets can't resist joining in: In 2013, a cheeky seagull became an internet sensation after photobombing several images, most notably a stunning shot of it flying in formation with fighter jets at an air show in North Wales.
Source => time.com

8. Batkid's Make-A-Wish Adventure

Some superheroes wear capes while others pay the bills: Back in 2013, Miles Scott, a young leukemia patient, had his wish granted by the Make-A-Wish Foundation to become Batkid for a day in San Francisco, with the city transforming into Gotham and a massive turnout of 20,000 people; but once the Bat-Signal faded, it was Make-A-Wish donors John and Marcia Goldman who swooped in to cover the entire cost to the city.
Source => wish.org

9. Fifty Shades of Grey's Controversial Success

Whip-smart business decisions and a bit of a naughty streak: Fifty Shades of Grey not only whipped global box office sales into submission with over $570 million in 2015 but also snagged the title of the highest-grossing film directed by a woman. However, it tied itself up in awards, specifically the 36th Golden Raspberry Awards, where it secured a staggering five out of six nominations, including Worst Picture (shared with Fantastic Four) and both leading roles.
Source => en.wikipedia.org