Random Interesting Facts

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    Only 12,000 years ago there was a species closely related to modern humans called Homo floresiensis that had been living on an Indonesian Island. They used fire and rather advanced tools, yet were only about 3 feet tall and weighed around 25kg.
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    Hemlock Water Dropwort
    Hemlock Water Dropwort
    There is a poisonous plant that leaves the victim with a smile on their face at the time of death.
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    Blue eyes are a genetic mutation. Before the mutation occured, all humans had brown eyes.
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    A scorpion can hold its breath for up to 6 days.
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    Corn Flakes Origin
    Corn Flakes Origin
    Corn Flakes were invented by John Harvey Kellogg as part his campaign to prevent masturbation.
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    A comet's tail always points away from the sun.
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    Scientists in Germany have developed a candy that doesn't cause cavities.
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    Chewing gum boosts your brain power.
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