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Twitter Unknown And Strange Facts
When Jack Dorsey sent out his first tweet over 12 years ago, little did he know he would start a revolution like never before. Since then, there have been close to a little over 500 million tweets sent out into the Twitter world on a regular basis and with people responding to this new wave of social media, the world of texting got a much needed makeover. Before you send out your next tweet to the world, check out these super cool facts about Twitter!
1. Twitter did NOT invent the hashtag
Contrary to popular belief, Twitter did NOT invent the hashtag. The origin of hashtags can be traced all the way back to the year 1988, when people communicated through internet chat rooms called Internet Relay Chats. In fact, the first hashtag was used on Twitter only in the year 2007, when Chris Messena, a former Google employee, thought it would be a good idea to lump tweets by using hashtags.
how do you feel about using # (pound) for groups. As in #barcamp [msg]?
— 🅲🅷🆁🅸🆂 🅼🅴🆂🆂🅸🅽🅰︎ (@chrismessina) August 23, 2007
2. The Sweden account
While every country has a dedicated person handling its Twitter account, Sweden used to use different citizens to handle the account on a weekly basis! However, as of September 2018, this is no longer going to be the norm. Now, after 365 curators, 119,000 new followers and more than 200,000 Erik was the last citizen who managed the Twitter account.
3. The first tweet about Osama Bin Laden
When Barack Obama pulled off the unimaginable and successfully led the mission against Osama Bin Laden, one would have thought the United States government would be the first to tweet about this spectacular news. However, it wasn’t the US media but Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson who tweeted this news for the first time ever!
Just got word that will shock the world – Land of the free…home of the brave DAMN PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN!
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) May 2, 2011
4. Iceland used Twitter for its Constitution
While other governments used their ideas and inspiration on what they wanted for their constitution, Iceland used Twitter to crowd source ideas on what people wanted. The articles were documented through a vote which had six questions. Twitter users had to vote by saying yes or no and after a thorough research, the Iceland Constitution was formed! This crowd sourcing technique was termed as the first time ever in terms of forming the constitution.
5. Jim Carrey really is a doting father
Did you know that despite having over eighteen million followers on Twitter, Jim Carrey only follows one person: his daughter? Is that called being a doting father or what?
6. The Hangtag
Hangtagging is a very real thing. In simple words, this means that when you end a tweet with just a hashtag and without any text before the hashtag, the incident is known as ‘hangtag.’ Further, Twitterpated is also very real. It is used to describe the feeling of being so overwhelmed with information or excitement, you forget to tweet or share the information you are excited about.
7. People read about earthquakes before they felt it
Social media is a very powerful tool. Did you know that during the devastating Virginia earthquake of 2011, some people in New England actually read about it on Twitter before it happened? Social media clearly has its hands all over the world! Also, the Virginia earthquake has a Twitter handle as well!
8. Mikey Welsh predicted his death
Musician Mikey Welsh predicted his death almost close to the day on Twitter. In fact, he tweeted on 26th September 2011 saying he was going to die the weekend after the tweet in question and decided he had to tweet about the event. Shortly after, almost on the predicted day in fact, Welsh was found dead in his room. The death was suspected to be because of a drug overdose followed by a cardiac arrest. Creepy.
dreamt i died in chicago next weekend (heart attack in my sleep). need to write my will today.
— Mikey Welsh (@MikeyWelsh71) September 26, 2011
9. The most number of followers on Twitter
Katy Perry remains undisputed when it comes to having the most number of followers on Twitter. Did you know that this beautiful singer has tweeted 9,294 times, she now has 108 million followers! For the last three years, Katy Perry stands at the top of the most number of followers list!
So much to learn about Twitter and so much to know about the rest of the world. If you think we missed out on any facts about Twitter, comment and let us know!
Apple has unveiled the new MacBook Air with M5 chip, starting at $999 for 13-inch and $1,299 for 15-inch models. The MacBook Air M5 boasts a 2nm M5 chip with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU, and 50 TOPS Neural Engine for seamless AI tasks like real-time translation and 8K editing. Up to 22 hours of battery life, Thunderbolt 5, and Wi-Fi 7 make it the ultimate ultraportable, now 10% thinner at 0.44 inches with fanless cooling.
Key MacBook Air M5 features include Liquid Retina XDR display (500 nits, nano-texture option), 12MP Center Stage camera, and six-speaker Spatial Audio. Colors like new Sky Blue join Midnight and Starlight. Pre-orders are live today, with macOS Sequoia 15.4 enhancing Apple Intelligence and iPhone Continuity for students, pros, and remote workers.
Why buy MacBook Air M5 now? It outpaces Snapdragon X Elite rivals with ecosystem magic and future-proof performance, eyeing top 2026 laptop sales. CEO Tim Cook calls it “more capable than ever.” Visit apple.com for M5 MacBook deals and specs.
Delhi NCR-based gaming startup Zupee has acquired Mumbai-based microdrama platform Vertical TV in a deal valued under INR 40 Cr. This move strengthens Zupee Studio, its short-video arm launched in September 2025, by integrating Vertical TV’s expertise in bite-sized dramas like romance and thrillers.
Facing challenges from India’s 2025 real-money gaming ban, Zupee valued at $1 Bn after raising $120 Mn has pivoted to non-gaming content, including recent layoffs of 40% of its workforce. The acquisition builds on its November 2025 purchase of Australian AI firm Nucanon for interactive storytelling, targeting its 200 Mn+ users with engaging, mobile-first formats.
This deal underscores the rising microdrama trend in India, helping Zupee diversify amid regulatory pressures and compete in the short-video space dominated by quick, shareable content for on-the-go audiences.
T.N. Seshan’s name stands tall in India’s history as the man who transformed the nation’s electoral system with extraordinary courage and integrity. Born in 1932 in Kerala, Seshan grew up with values of discipline, education, and service to the nation — virtues that shaped his illustrious journey. From his early brilliance at Madras Christian College to his advanced studies in public administration at Harvard University, Seshan’s path reflected rare determination and intellect. Joining the Indian Administrative Service in 1955, he built a reputation as a no‑nonsense officer committed to efficiency and honesty, serving in key roles such as Secretary of Defense and overseeing vital national programs.
As the Chief Election Commissioner of India in 1990, T.N. Seshan sparked a new era of electoral integrity. In a system once marred by corruption, violence, and malpractice, Seshan brought order, fear, and respect through his groundbreaking reforms. He introduced voter ID cards, imposed strict spending limits on campaigns, and insisted on transparency at every level of the election process. Despite criticism from political circles that labeled him dictatorial, his relentless pursuit of fairness empowered every citizen to vote fearlessly. Under his leadership, the Election Commission became a symbol of strength and integrity in Indian democracy.
Seshan’s passing in November 2019 marked the end of an era, but his message continues to resonate across generations. Leaders from every corner of the country mourned the loss of the man who restored faith in free and fair elections. His enduring legacy reminds us that true leadership lies not in wielding power, but in serving people with honesty, courage, and conviction. T.N. Seshan’s life remains a timeless inspiration a reminder that democracy thrives only when its citizens are vigilant, responsible, and fearless.
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