The original game of "Monopoly" was circular.
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The chlorine smell in swimming pools is accentuated by the chemical's reaction with impurities (like poop.)
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Sudbury Valley School allows students to do whatever they want; no curriculum, tests, homework, or even classes unless requested. 82% of students get accepted to college, as opposed to the 63% national public school average.
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The 'L.L.' in L.L. Bean stands for 'Leon Leonwood'.
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Drying your hands with paper towel will reduce the bacterial count by 45 - 60% on your hands. However, using a hand dryer will increase the bacteria on your hands by up to 255% because it blows out bacteria already living in the, conveniently, warm moist environment.
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There's a love mattress that is specifically designed for couples who sleep on each other's arms.
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Chrysler built B-29's that bombed Japan, Mitsubishi built Zeros that tried to shoot them down. Both companies now build cars in a joint plant called Diamond Star.
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The face of a penny can hold about thirty drops of water.
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