Castor oil is used as a lubricant in jet planes.
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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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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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The first alarm clock could only ring at 4 a.m.
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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 United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
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The Queen Mary - the grandest vessel of her day - had many of her vital components made by car manufacturer Skoda!
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Jumbo jets use 4,000 gallons of fuel to take off.
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