Tower of Terror
The most forceful rollercoaster in the world is “Tower of Terror” at Gold Reef City in Johannesburg, South Africa. At the bottom of the ride’s huge drop, people experience a G-force of 6.3g, twice the G-force of a space shuttle launch.
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Bolivia’s San Pedro Prison runs without guards inside—prisoners govern, work, and live with their families.
In 2018, a typo at Samsung Securities triggered a $100B stock error—causing chaos and a sharp price drop.
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Tom Hanks is Abraham Lincoln’s third cousin, four generations removed.
Built in 312 BC, this Roman road has stood the test of time.
A theory suggests a second moon once orbited Earth—until it crashed into the Moon we know today.
A Congolese tradition forbids couples from smiling on their wedding day to show commitment and respect
Snow gum trees reveal colorful bark streaks as outer layers peel and oxidize at different stages.
Dr. Dre disliked his voice and was hesitant to rap until N.W.A pushed him into it.
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Doha, Qatar is the first city to use blue roads to lower asphalt temperatures by up to 20°C.
Jupiter’s moon Ganymede may have more water than Earth—beneath its frozen surface.
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