Originally, BMW was an airplane engine manufacturer.
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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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Windmills always turn anti-clockwise. Except for the windmills in Ireland!
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Originally, Nintendo was a playing card manufacturer.
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Thomas Alva Edison patented almost 1,300 inventions in his lifetime!
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The blueprint for a floating city has just been approved by the largest port construction and design company in China. It's entirely self-sustainable, and extends underwater.
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Attics were invented in Attica.
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