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    There are only 14 blimps in the world.
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    Bluetooth Name
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    Bluetooth is named after the Danish King Harald "Bluetooth" who ate so many blueberries that his teeth stained blue. The wireless protocol is named after him because of his ability to unite warring Scandinavian factions, just as Bluetooth unites wireless devices. The Bluetooth logo is also a combination of the King's runic initials.
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    A toaster uses almost half as much energy as a full-sized oven.
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    Surgeons who grew up playing video games make 37 percent fewer mistakes.
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    Castor oil is used as a lubricant in jet planes.
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    About 39,000 gallons of water are used to produce the average car!
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    The cigarette lighter was invented before the match.
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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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