From Waymo style to dog sleds, there are many strange ways of transportation these days. How do you usually get around? In Dubai, autonomous drones have been tested as future passenger transport. One of the strangest commuting methods is zorbing or rolling downhill inside a giant transparent ball, originally popularized in places like New Zealand. …
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Meteorites are fascinating, and so are the craters they leave behind. Some of them are among the world’s most renowned natural sights and tourism destinations. Others, meanwhile, are more obscure and mysterious. That may be because of their difficult location, ancient myths that surround them, or they may simply be so old or huge that …
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A fishing charter on the ocean is different from a day of fishing on the lake. What do you think? Safety equipment like life jackets, radios, and emergency beacons are required onboard. Fish finders can display underwater structures like reefs and shipwrecks. Certain fish, like tarpon, are known for dramatic jumps and intense fights. Motion …
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These money tree fun facts will surprise you, especially if you don’t know anyone that has one. (Or maybe even if you do.) In the wild, money trees can grow up to 60 feet tall, but as houseplants they usually stay between 3–6 feet. In the wild, money trees produce large, showy flowers that bloom …
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Do you know these facts about teenage brain development? For instance, how much sleep they need? 1. The Prefrontal Cortex Isn’t Fully Online The prefrontal cortex—responsible for decision-making, impulse control, and planning—is one of the last brain regions to fully develop, often not maturing until the mid-20s. This means teenagers are wired for risk and …
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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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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 …
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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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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There are so many avocado fun facts like how much water it really takes to farm avocados. But then again, that’s not really a fun fact. Avocado farming requires a significant amount of water. Avocados are toxic to certain pets, including dogs and birds, if consumed in large amounts. Despite trends, avocados have been a …
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