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How Teflon Was Unexpectedly Discovered by Chemists

Teflon, known for its non-stick properties widely used in cookware, was accidentally invented by a chemist Roy Plunkett while he was trying to develop a new type of refrigerant.

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Prison Houdini the Man Who Escaped Prison 14 Times

Cho Seong-jin, a South Korean criminal known for his talent of escaping prison has managed to escape confinement a total of 14 times.

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Discover the Breathtaking Pink Lake in Senegal's Heart

Lake Retba, or Lac Rose (Pink Lake) in Senegal, turns bright pink due to a unique type of bacteria.

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Discover the Unique Spider-Tailed Horned Viper Species

A viper species with a tail resembling a spider, used to lure in its prey.

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The Enigmatic Phenomenon of the 'Humphry Davy Effect'

'Humphry Davy Effect' refers to the phenomenon where scientific discoveries are often named after the second person who discovered them, not the first.

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Nuclear Diamonds: Radioactive Waste to Clean Energy

Scientists have figured out how to use nuclear waste to generate electricity in a nuclear-powered diamond battery, which can last over 5,000 years.

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Meet the Wwii Deception Masters: The Ghost Army's Story

During WWII, the U.S. army deployed a deceptive unit known as the Ghost Army which used inflatable tanks and sound effects to fool enemies.

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The Enigmatic Fish That Loves to Gaze at the Stars

Astyanax mexicanus, a species of blind cavefish, has evolved to develop the ability to 'see' in the dark using its lateral line system.

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The Ingenious Floating Mechanism of the Hummingbird's Tongue

Hummingbirds have a unique structural adaptation that allows their tongues to float, aiding in the efficient extraction of nectar from flowers.

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Harmonious Waves: The Mesmerizing Sound of the Sea Organ

In Zadar, Croatia, there is a sea organ which plays music by way of sea waves and tubes located underneath a set of large marble steps.

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The Fascinating Glow of Wintergreen Lifesavers in the Dark

Crushing Wintergreen Lifesavers candies in the dark can produce a tiny, brief flash of light. This is due to an effect known as triboluminescence.

Category: Science

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Unraveling the Enigma: Insights into the 1977 Wow Signal

In 1977, a powerful narrowband radio signal was received by Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope in the United States that lasted for 72 seconds. It appeared to come from the direction of the constellation Sagittarius and bore the expected hallmarks of extraterrestrial origin.

Category: Science

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The Remarkable Journey and Life Cycle of Pacific Salmon

Pacific Salmon perform an extraordinary feat in their life cycle. It involves birth, extensive travel, and returning home for reproduction and death — all relying on their impeccable sense of smell.

Category: Science

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How Potato Chips Evolved from a Simple Culinary Accident

The potato chip, a snack loved worldwide, was supposedly invented out of a customer's annoyance in Saratoga Springs, New York, in the year 1853.

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Understanding the Year-Long Art and Craft of Salami Making

The traditional process of making salami can take up to a year or even longer.

Category: DIY

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The Glow of History: Discovering Vaseline and Uranium Glass

During the early 20th century, uranium was added to certain types of glassware for color effects. This resulted in radioactive glass that glows under UV light.

Category: Science

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Mystifying Patterns: The Story of Japan's Underwater Circles

In the sea off the coast of Japan, mysterious and perfectly geometric patterns known as underwater crop circles have been discovered.

Category: Science

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Quantum Physics in Leaf Photosynthesis: a Natural Phenomenon

Plants utilize quantum superposition in the process of photosynthesis.

Category: Science

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Intriguing and Rare Insight into the Unique Platypus

Platypuses do not have stomachs.

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The Mysterious and Perilous Attraction of Mad Honey

Mad honey, or deli bal, contains hallucinogenic grayanotoxins from rhododendron nectar. Consuming it can lead to intoxication or severe health issues. Caution is advised.

Category: Science

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Star-Nosed Mole: an Animal with an Extraordinary Nose

The Star-nosed Mole has 22 pink appendages ringed around its snout in star shape that are used to identify food by touch. Its nose is one of the most sensitive on Earth.

Category: Science

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Discover the Silent Sanctuary: The Quietest Room Ever Built

'Orfield Laboratories' in Minneapolis, Minnesota, holds the Guinness Book record for 'the quietest place on earth'.

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Aspartame: The Accidental Discovery of a Sweetener

Aspartame, a popular artificial sweetener used in many diet and sugar-free foods, was discovered accidentally by a scientist who was actually working on an anti-ulcer drug.

Category: Accidental Discoveries

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Unraveling the Mysteries of the Strawflower Centipede Puzzle

A unique species of centipede was discovered by accident in strawflower artworks

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How Teflon Was Unexpectedly Discovered by Chemists

Teflon, known for its non-stick properties widely used in cookware, was accidentally invented by a chemist Roy Plunkett while he was trying to develop a new type of refrigerant.

Prison Houdini the Man Who Escaped Prison 14 Times

Cho Seong-jin, a South Korean criminal known for his talent of escaping prison has managed to escape confinement a total of 14 times.

Discover the Breathtaking Pink Lake in Senegal's Heart

Lake Retba, or Lac Rose (Pink Lake) in Senegal, turns bright pink due to a unique type of bacteria.

Discover the Unique Spider-Tailed Horned Viper Species

A viper species with a tail resembling a spider, used to lure in its prey.

The Enigmatic Phenomenon of the 'Humphry Davy Effect'

'Humphry Davy Effect' refers to the phenomenon where scientific discoveries are often named after the second person who discovered them, not the first.

Nuclear Diamonds: Radioactive Waste to Clean Energy

Scientists have figured out how to use nuclear waste to generate electricity in a nuclear-powered diamond battery, which can last over 5,000 years.

Meet the Wwii Deception Masters: The Ghost Army's Story

During WWII, the U.S. army deployed a deceptive unit known as the Ghost Army which used inflatable tanks and sound effects to fool enemies.

The Enigmatic Fish That Loves to Gaze at the Stars

Astyanax mexicanus, a species of blind cavefish, has evolved to develop the ability to 'see' in the dark using its lateral line system.

The Ingenious Floating Mechanism of the Hummingbird's Tongue

Hummingbirds have a unique structural adaptation that allows their tongues to float, aiding in the efficient extraction of nectar from flowers.

Harmonious Waves: The Mesmerizing Sound of the Sea Organ

In Zadar, Croatia, there is a sea organ which plays music by way of sea waves and tubes located underneath a set of large marble steps.

The Fascinating Glow of Wintergreen Lifesavers in the Dark

Crushing Wintergreen Lifesavers candies in the dark can produce a tiny, brief flash of light. This is due to an effect known as triboluminescence.

Unraveling the Enigma: Insights into the 1977 Wow Signal

In 1977, a powerful narrowband radio signal was received by Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope in the United States that lasted for 72 seconds. It appeared to come from the direction of the constellation Sagittarius and bore the expected hallmarks of extraterrestrial origin.

The Remarkable Journey and Life Cycle of Pacific Salmon

Pacific Salmon perform an extraordinary feat in their life cycle. It involves birth, extensive travel, and returning home for reproduction and death — all relying on their impeccable sense of smell.

How Potato Chips Evolved from a Simple Culinary Accident

The potato chip, a snack loved worldwide, was supposedly invented out of a customer's annoyance in Saratoga Springs, New York, in the year 1853.

Understanding the Year-Long Art and Craft of Salami Making

The traditional process of making salami can take up to a year or even longer.

The Glow of History: Discovering Vaseline and Uranium Glass

During the early 20th century, uranium was added to certain types of glassware for color effects. This resulted in radioactive glass that glows under UV light.

Mystifying Patterns: The Story of Japan's Underwater Circles

In the sea off the coast of Japan, mysterious and perfectly geometric patterns known as underwater crop circles have been discovered.

Quantum Physics in Leaf Photosynthesis: a Natural Phenomenon

Plants utilize quantum superposition in the process of photosynthesis.

Intriguing and Rare Insight into the Unique Platypus

Platypuses do not have stomachs.

The Mysterious and Perilous Attraction of Mad Honey

Mad honey, or deli bal, contains hallucinogenic grayanotoxins from rhododendron nectar. Consuming it can lead to intoxication or severe health issues. Caution is advised.

Star-Nosed Mole: an Animal with an Extraordinary Nose

The Star-nosed Mole has 22 pink appendages ringed around its snout in star shape that are used to identify food by touch. Its nose is one of the most sensitive on Earth.

Discover the Silent Sanctuary: The Quietest Room Ever Built

'Orfield Laboratories' in Minneapolis, Minnesota, holds the Guinness Book record for 'the quietest place on earth'.

Aspartame: The Accidental Discovery of a Sweetener

Aspartame, a popular artificial sweetener used in many diet and sugar-free foods, was discovered accidentally by a scientist who was actually working on an anti-ulcer drug.

Unraveling the Mysteries of the Strawflower Centipede Puzzle

A unique species of centipede was discovered by accident in strawflower artworks

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