Random Interesting Facts

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    Not swinging your arms when you walk increases the effort of walking by 12%, the equivalent of walking 20% faster or carrying a 10 kg backpack.
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    Smell After Rain
    Smell After Rain
    The distinctive smell in the air after it has been raining is caused by bacteria called 'actinomycetes'.
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    China's Pollution Is so Bad, a Millionaire Made over $6m Selling Cans of Fresh Air
    In response to China's air pollution, a Chinese millionaire started selling cans of fresh air for $0.80 and made over $6 million dollars in 10 months.
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    The iconic roar made by Godzilla was produced by rubbing a leather glove across the strings of a double bass.
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    If two pieces of metal touch in space, they become permanently stuck together.
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    Japanese engineers were asked to redesign the front end of the Bullet Train because it carried enough speed to create a sonic boom whenever it exited a tunnel. Residents could feel the blast from miles away.
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    Poor eyesight (myopia) is associated with higher IQ.
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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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