Nokia's first products were paper and galoshes.

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Bricks are the oldest building material in the world.

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Oxygen is essential for human life, but it also oxidizes our cells, which leads to aging.

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Pennsylvania was the first colony to legalize witchcraft.

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Lethologica, or the "tip-of-the-tongue" phenomenon: 🤔
• Temporary inability to recall a known word or name
• Happens to nearly everyone
• Usually resolves quickly on its own
• Caused by a disconnect between memory retrieval and speech production.

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During its lifespan, which lasts about a month, the housefly can lay up to 2,000 to 3,000 eggs.

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There is a festival in Nepal known as 'Kukur Tihar' which is dedicated solely to thanking dogs for their loyalty and friendship.

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An estimated 50% of all the gold ever mined on Earth has come from the Witwatersrand Basin in South Africa. The Witwatersrand Basin, commonly referred to as the "Rand," is a geological formation that stretches over 300 kilometers (186 miles) and contains some of the world's largest gold deposits.

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There is something called sleep debt and if you do not reduce the debt you can experience worsened vision, impaired driving, and trouble remembering.

Long-term effects include obesity, insulin resistance, and heart disease.

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The flashes of colored light you see when you rub your eyes are called “phosphenes.”

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The Calvin Klein cologne "Obsession" can attract big cats like jaguars, and tigers, from as far as half a mile away They then proceed to take long sniffs and cuddle against the source, enjoying the smell longer than they enjoy some of their meals

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The "Goodbye" swing is an extreme attraction located in the mountains of Ecuador. The unique swing over the abyss is located at an altitude of 2660 meters above sea level, offering breathtaking views of the Andes.

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The number of known serial killers in the United States has fallen sharply since the 1970s and 1980s. Nearly 770 serial killers operated in the U.S. throughout the 1980s, and just under 670 in the ’90s, based on data compiled . Researchers link the decline to advances in DNA testing, surveillance cameras, digital records, improved forensic science, and greater public awareness. The rough estimate on the global rate appeared to show a similar drop over the same period.
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The teeth are the only part of the skeleton that we clean.

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🌊 Starfish don't have blood.

They circulate nutrients by using seawater in their vascular system.

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This tree species, the walking palm tree, can walk up to 65 feet each year to find the best habitat to live in.

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Ablutophobia is a fear of bathing, cleaning or washing the body. It is a real anxiety disorder. People with it may feel panic or rapid heartbeat when thinking about bathing. The fear is stronger than normal dislike and can affect daily hygiene. Treatments like therapy can help manage it.
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