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Ever wondered how much of the extraordinary hides in the ordinary? The world around us is full of curious details, mind-boggling facts, and fascinating things that most of us overlook in our daily hustle. Did you know that your heart creates enough pressure to squirt blood 30 feet away, or that honey never spoils and…
Have you ever wondered what is the most isolated spot on Earth? Far from any coast, hidden in the vast ocean, lies a mysterious place called Point Nemo. It’s so secluded that the nearest humans are often astronauts, miles above in space! Point Nemo isn’t named after the famous Disney fish but after a character…
Diamonds are the ultimate symbol of love and luxury, known to allure people with its sparkle. However, some of these shiny rocks and crystals are also known to carry dark legacies that have brought misfortune to those who own them. These cursed diamonds, which have belonged to royal crowns and famous jewels, are associated with…
Breakfast might not be the most important meal of the day after all! Find out why. What if we tell you that breakfast, the “most important meal of the day”, suggested by experts, and nutritionists worldwide is just a scam? Yes, breakfast is a scam. Is breakfast important? Yes, it is definitely important! You start…
Every now and then, a word in the English language goes on a journey as strange as its meaning. ‘Weird’ is one of those words. Today, we use the word casually in everyday conversations. It is used to describe anything unusual or slightly offbeat—like that one friend who collects vintage lunch boxes. But have you…
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation is reshaping the global economy and transforming how different industries operate. Looking at the current scenario of technological developments, many potential opportunities may emerge in the near future. However, with this, we will also see a threat to traditional roles, leading to a wave of jobs…
Did you know Lady Gaga carries a teacup and saucer with her as a sign of good luck? In certain regions of India, it is believed that seeing a pair of starlings will attract good luck while spotting one will only invite bad things in your life. Why? That’s a mystery! Good luck superstitions don’t…
When Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon in 1969, few people would have guessed that the space suit he wore had its origins. If you ever had the questions of what are space suits made of, I can bet that you didn’t see this coming. Spacesuits were made by a company best known for…
The concept of time is pretty simple for those who understand it but growing up, I had no idea that countries all over the world operated on unusual clocks. Some have peculiar time zones and some have the weirdest time zones owing to the fact that the earth is a vast expanse of land. A…
As a millennial, you must think 2020 is the most tragic year on the face of the earth. If you look back at the past centuries, some other catastrophic events might change your perception. For instance, in 1945 when atomic bombs swept away two cities in Japan. 1929 had the Great Depression. How can we…