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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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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Originally, BMW was an airplane engine manufacturer.
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Car airbags kill 1 person for every 22 lives that they save.
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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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A toaster uses almost half as much energy as a full-sized oven.
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Jumbo jets use 4,000 gallons of fuel to take off.
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The United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
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