Whale oil was used in automobile transmissions as late as 1973.
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Future biotechnology could be used to trick a prisoner's mind into thinking they have served a 1,000 year sentence in only eight hours, a group of scientists have claimed.
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An airplane mechanic invented Slinky while he was playing with engine parts and realized the possible secondary use for the springs.
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Energy is being wasted if a toaster is left plugged in after use.
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The American Automobile Association was founded for the sole purpose of warning motorists of police speed traps!
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First four countries to have television: England, the U.S., the U.S.S.R., and Brazil.
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UFO sightings have reduced by over 80% since the introduction of smartphones and public access to HD video.
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