Random Interesting Facts

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    In 1995, a man named Shawn Nelson stole a tank from the US Army and took it for a joyride on a highway in California.
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    The largest earthworm on record was found in South Africa and measured 22 feet.
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    The words ‘racecar,’ ‘kayak’ and ‘level’ are the same whether
    they are read left to right or right to left (palindromes).
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    Grossly Obese Man Didn't Eat for over a Year, Lost 125Kg and Survived
    In 1965, a grossly obese Scotsman survived without eating for 1 year and 17 days. He lived entirely off his copious body fat and lost 125kg with no adverse effects.
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    Summer on Uranus lasts for 21 years.
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    For most people, no matter how hard you pinch the skin on your elbow with your fingers it doesn't hurt.
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    Chocolate is associated with the release of serotonin, the hormone that makes you feel relaxed, calm, and happy.
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    ‘Tree shaping’ is the art of growing trees and roots into things like bridges, chairs, “people trees”, ladders, fences, jungle gyms, tunnels, and, theoretically, could even be used to grow homes.
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