Ramasamy Letchemanah
In 1990, c in Kuala Lumpur 17m (56ft), setting a new world record. His abilities were passed on to his daughter, who pulled a truck with her hair in 2002.
In 2018, a typo at Samsung Securities triggered a $100B stock error—causing chaos and a sharp price drop.
A Nigerian fisherman unknowingly caught a rare blue marlin—worth millions—but shared it with his village instead.
In 1873, Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis patented riveted jeans to reinforce stress points for hard-working miners.
Inspired by trampolines, Moon Shoes let kids bounce—but led to twisted ankles and safety recalls.
In Churchill, unlocked cars offer emergency shelter from unexpected polar bear encounters.
Tom Hanks is Abraham Lincoln’s third cousin, four generations removed.
Snow gum trees reveal colorful bark streaks as outer layers peel and oxidize at different stages.
Built in 312 BC, this Roman road has stood the test of time.
Geta sandals elevate feet from mud and once let geishas announce their presence through distinct, echoing clicks
Erika Eiffel symbolically married the Eiffel Tower, highlighting objectophilia and challenging norms about love and identity.
A new rubber horseshoe from Australia offers comfort, grip, and flexibility—no nails required
The arteries of a blue whale are so massive, a human could swim through the largest ones.
Innovative Pugedon machines in Istanbul let people recycle bottles and cans to dispense food and water for stray dogs and cats.
Bolivia’s San Pedro Prison runs without guards inside—prisoners govern, work, and live with their families.
Ostriches have the largest eyes of any land animal—great for spotting danger on the savanna.
Avocados contain persin, which is toxic to many animals.
Dr. Dre disliked his voice and was hesitant to rap until N.W.A pushed him into it.
Messi sent a signed jersey to a boy who wore one made from a plastic bag.
Legend says the Chesterfield was designed to keep coats crisp and catch cigar ash in its folds.
A Congolese tradition forbids couples from smiling on their wedding day to show commitment and respect
Daisugi is a 14th-century Japanese pruning method that produces straight lumber while keeping the parent tree alive and intact.
