Do you know about children’s toys when they first came out? Here are some facts about the dark history you may have never known. Mass production during the Industrial Revolution prioritized cost over safety, leading to poorly constructed toys that broke easily. Some older crib toys and mobiles had long strings or cords, creating strangulation …
Do you think you know all the weird animal behaviors on this list? Like punching octopuses? Dolphins Use “Names” Studies on Bottlenose dolphin show they use signature whistles that function like names Each dolphin has a unique whistle They respond specifically when their “name” is played back Suggests a level of self-awareness and social complexity …
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Hearing is an essential sense for us humans. It’s even more so for many animals who rely on their hearing to score their meals or avoid becoming meals themselves. As such, it’s no wonder that there are some freaky-deaky ears out in nature. But the most fascinating thing about those ears is that they’re not …
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Do you want to be a kid this summer? Here are 47 ways how. Play tag, hide-and-seek, or capture the flag with friends or family. Go on a picnic with simple snacks and a big blanket. Make friendship bracelets or simple crafts with bright threads. Jump into a pool without testing the water first. Dance …
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The stereotypical cocaine user is a jittery, overenergized mess that just wants to go, go, go. As it turns out, that’s a very accurate description of the drug’s effects. At least if the one taking it is a salmon. Biologists are concerned about the effects of various drugs on wildlife. It sounds crazy, but medicine …
When you hear of somebody stealing toys, you might be tempted to think the culprit is a mischievous child. Increasingly, however, the toy thieves are grown adults looking to cater to shady collectors. In the most recent case, we have a man who stole lots and lots of Lego. California resident Jarrelle Augustine stands accused …
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Do you think you know about these odd and harmful preworkout habits? Maybe you know of one that’s not on the list! Mixing pre-workout supplements with alcohol — strains the heart, masks intoxication, increases dehydration risk Dry-scooping pre-workout powder — can cause choking, rapid stimulant overload, heart palpitations Crushed caffeine pills added to drinks — …
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What do you think of these odd and funny pranks? You’ll have to let us know in the comments! Put a harmless fake spill somewhere and watch reactions. Freeze small toys inside ice cubes and serve them in drinks. Hide a small speaker and play random nature sounds like birds or crickets indoors. Convince someone …
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You’re probably aware that a lot of things we “know” about dinosaurs aren’t exactly true. Our perception of these ancient reptiles is colored by misunderstandings, outdated ideas, and popular media. But then there are some real facts about dinosaurs that seem like they couldn’t possibly be true. Yet, they are. Let’s take a look at …
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What do you think of the funniest animal behaviors? Like dogs faking injuries, for instance? Octopus Tantrums The Octopus has been seen throwing shells, sand, and even punching fish—sometimes seemingly out of irritation rather than survival. Did you know this as one of the funniest animal behaviors? Goat Accents Goat kids develop accents depending on …
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