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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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    Bluetooth Name
    Bluetooth Name
    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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    The United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
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    Scientists in China have built a prototype high-speed maglev train that is theoretically capable of reaching speeds of up to 1,800 mph (2,900 km/h).
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    Mico headphones read your brainwaves and select music based on your state of mind.
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    A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
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    The average car produces a pound of pollution every 25 miles!
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    There’s an internet-enabled jacket which gives you a “hug” every time a Facebook friend likes your status.
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