Abandoned Stadiums All Over the World

Falling Apart

In 1994, part of the ceiling collapsed during the Mariners’ pre-game warmups. Luckily, no one was hurt, but it was definitely made clear that the stadium was beginning to fall apart. In 2000, the Kingdome was demolished. It was truly an end of an era for Seattle.

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The More You Know

  • Yosemite means "those who kill."
  • In 1923, jockey Frank Hayes won a race at Belmont Park in New York despite being dead — he suffered a heart attack mid-race but his body stayed in the saddle until his horse crossed the line for a 20–1 outsider victory.
  • Armadillos swallow air to become buoyant when they swim.
  • Shakespeare is easier to understand, makes more sense, and is punnier when it's recited in its original pronunciation instead of a modern English accent.
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