All GPS units sold in the civilian market have to be programmed to deactivate themselves if they detect they are travelling faster than 1200 MPH or are above 60,000 feet in altitude to prevent them being used in intercontinental ballistic missiles.
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Originally, Nintendo was a playing card manufacturer.
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Surgeons who grew up playing video games make 37 percent fewer mistakes.
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Contrary to popular belief, putting sugar in a car's gas tank will NOT ruin its engine.
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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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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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A toaster uses almost half as much energy as a full-sized oven.
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