Random Weird Facts

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    During the Black Plague, it was thought that bad smells were the cause of the plague. "Plague Doctors" therefore wore masks with long beak-like noses stuffed with flowers or smoke to hide the smells.
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    Roman Farting Edict
    Roman Farting Edict
    After hearing of a man who almost died from holding in farts whilst dining, Emperor Claudius is said to have proclaimed an edict that allowed Romans to fart at the dinner table.
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    In the 1800's, rum was considered excellent for cleaning hair and keeping it healthy. Brandy was believed to strengthen hair roots.
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    Japanese Closet Squatter
    Japanese Closet Squatter
    In 2008, a Japanese man noticed his food going missing, so he set up a webcam and found that a woman had been living in his closet for a year.
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    There’s an internet-enabled jacket which gives you a “hug” every time a Facebook friend likes your status.
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    Giant Anteater
    Giant Anteater
    Giant Anteaters' front legs look like a panda.
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    Emergency Plane Farts
    Emergency Plane Farts
    In 2006, a woman farted on a plane and tried to cover the smell by lighting matches, causing an emergency landing and an FBI investigation.
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    The station master and operating officer at the Kishi Station, Japan, is a cat!
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