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The packaging problems of round fruit can be solved by making them square. In Korea, some apples are grown in plastic moulds so they take on a square shape.
Legend says the Chesterfield was designed to keep coats crisp and catch cigar ash in its folds.
Dr. Dre disliked his voice and was hesitant to rap until N.W.A pushed him into it.
In 2018, a typo at Samsung Securities triggered a $100B stock error—causing chaos and a sharp price drop.
Avocados contain persin, which is toxic to many animals.
Inspired by trampolines, Moon Shoes let kids bounce—but led to twisted ankles and safety recalls.
Superstition leads many skyscrapers to skip labeling the 13th floor—though it still exists physically.
Jupiter’s moon Ganymede may have more water than Earth—beneath its frozen surface.
These common veggies don’t grow in the wild—they were bred from wild cabbage.
A massive flamingo sculpture at Tampa Airport creates a surreal underwater illusion.
Bolivia’s San Pedro Prison runs without guards inside—prisoners govern, work, and live with their families.
In Churchill, unlocked cars offer emergency shelter from unexpected polar bear encounters.
Tom Hanks is Abraham Lincoln’s third cousin, four generations removed.
The arteries of a blue whale are so massive, a human could swim through the largest ones.
Ostriches have the largest eyes of any land animal—great for spotting danger on the savanna.
Innovative Pugedon machines in Istanbul let people recycle bottles and cans to dispense food and water for stray dogs and cats.
Erika Eiffel symbolically married the Eiffel Tower, highlighting objectophilia and challenging norms about love and identity.
Doha, Qatar is the first city to use blue roads to lower asphalt temperatures by up to 20°C.
Geta sandals elevate feet from mud and once let geishas announce their presence through distinct, echoing clicks
A new rubber horseshoe from Australia offers comfort, grip, and flexibility—no nails required
A Congolese tradition forbids couples from smiling on their wedding day to show commitment and respect
