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Article created by: Dominyka Proškėnaitė

With Google at our fingertips, we may think that we know it all. But studies have found that access to Google has actually worsened our information recall, aka our memory, which may pose a problem in learning new knowledge. While Google creates a false security that we understand something, in order to truly educate ourselves, we need to move beyond quick searches and look for knowledge in ways that challenge and enrich our memory.

To help you with that, our Bored Panda team scoured the Inspiring Facts subreddit for the best they have to offer. Your healthy dose of new knowledge is waiting for you just a scroll away!

#1

This Groom Was Having A Wedding Photoshoot With His Wife When He Noticed A Child Being Pushed By Another Child, Into A Nearby River

Man in suit helping children near water, capturing a moment of interesting facts and curiosity outdoors.

He Immediately Ran And Jumped Down, Saving The Child Who Couldn’t Swim. A Real “Hero Husband” Moment That The Wife Will Cherish Forever

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    #2

    School Janitor Achieves His Dream

    Gabe Sonnier’s inspiring story from janitor to principal highlights motivational facts more interesting than anything Googled.

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    #3

    This Guy Got Stuck With His Leg Between A Train And The Platform. So Hundreds Of People Started To Tilt The Train Backwards And Saved The Guy

    Man stuck in train door gap and group of people pushing train, showing facts more interesting than anything you’ve googled today.

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    #4

    I Bet The Grandmas Make Great Food There

    Grandma cooking traditional dishes in a New York restaurant, showcasing unique and interesting facts about diverse cuisine.

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    #5

    Matthew Was Born In 1988 With Severe Disabilities And Wasn’t Expected To Live More Than A Few Hours, But He Lived 11 Years

    Boy in wheelchair shaking hands with older man and a statue of a boy reaching upward in a cemetery, illustrating interesting facts.

    In 1999, His Father Honored Him With A Tombstone Showing Him Rising From His Wheelchair Toward Heaven. An Inspiration For People With Disabilities.

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    #6

    In 1975, Officials In Haicheng, China Noticed Unusual And Anxious Behavior In Dogs And Other Animals

    Rescue workers amidst rubble of collapsed buildings, illustrating shocking facts more interesting than anything you’ve googled today

    Concerned By These Signs, They Ordered The Evacuation Of 90,000 Residents. Hours Later, A Powerful 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake Struck, Destroying Nearly 90% Of The City’s Buildings

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    #7

    This Restaurant Comes With A Challenge

    Customers at an Australian restaurant lock phones in a cage for a discount, showcasing interesting social behavior facts.

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    Dad is very happy to save money. Teens, not so much. 🤣

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    #8

    Turkish Garbage Collectors Opened A Library After Citizens Discarded Their Books In Trash. It Has Around 25,000 Books Sorted In 17 Categories Now

    Men in safety uniforms reading books in a unique underground library showcasing facts more interesting than anything Googled today

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    #9

    A Pilot And His Son, Now A Co-Pilot, Recreated A Cockpit Photo They First Took Together 29 Years Ago

    Two pilots smiling inside airplane cockpits, showcasing interesting facts about aviation careers and experiences.

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    #10

    They're Happily Married For 44 Years

    Couple reunited after man biked from India to Sweden, illustrating one of the most interesting facts you’ve searched today.

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    #11

    Alia Muhammad Baker, A Librarian In Iraq, Saved Around 30,000 Books By Secretly Moving Them Before Her Library Was Destroyed During The 2003 Iraq War

    Woman wearing a black hijab reading a book in a library aisle filled with shelves, related to interesting facts content.

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    #12

    99-Year-Old Mum Cheers On Her 72-Year-Old Son After He Graduates From A Georgia College

    An elderly woman in a wheelchair and a man in graduation gown holding a diploma, showing interesting graduation facts.

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    #13

    A Small Town In Spain Has A Huge Statue That Depicts The Overwhelming Weight That Mother Carries Towards Household And Raising A Child

    Surreal street sculpture stacking household items on a figure, showcasing one of the most interesting facts seen today.

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    #14

    A Canadian Cop Went Undercover In A Wheelchair, Leaving Cash Visible To Attract Thieves. Instead, He Received Money, Prayers, And Warnings, With Zero Arrests In Five Days

    Person in wheelchair interacting with others on the street, illustrating interesting facts about human connection.

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    #15

    Lucy And Maria Are Twin Sisters, But Most People Don’t Believe It

    Two pairs of girls, one as children outdoors and the other as adults indoors, illustrating interesting facts about diversity.

    Born To Mixed-Race Parents, Their Mother Expected Her Twins To Look Alike. But She Was Stunned When The Midwife Handed Her Two Babies Who Looked Completely Different From Each Other. Their Case Is Said To Be A One In A Million.

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    #16

    Their Love Story Lives On Forever 💗

    Elderly couple known for the Love Ladder mountain path, a unique story among interesting facts today.

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    #17

    When Miss Colombia 1994 Was Asked An Ethical Question Of Whether She Would Save Famous Paintings Or A Guard Dog In A Museum Fire. Without Hesitation, She Replied, "Oh My God! The Dog."

    Host interviewing a smiling contestant in an elegant red dress at an event showcasing interesting facts.

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    #18

    In 2002, A Mother Filing For Public Assistance , Failed 4 DNA Tests To Prove Maternity Of Her Children

    Woman with four children standing outside in a residential area, illustrating diverse facts that are more interesting than anything you’ve Googled today.

    Later It Was Discovered That She Had Absorbed Her Twin In The Womb And Her Reproductive Organs Had Different DNA To Other Parts Of Her Body.

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    #19

    It Was The Happiest Day Of Her Life

    Before and after photos of a 15-year-old girl undergoing surgery to change her appearance, illustrating interesting facts.

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    #20

    A 14-Year-Old Boy Spends His Summer Holidays Making Lunch Boxes So That Children In His Area Won’t Go Hungry

    Young volunteer stands behind a table offering free lunch boxes for hungry children in a community setting.

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    #21

    When A Desperate 71-Year-Old Passenger Mentioned He Was In Urgent Need Of A Kidney Transplant, His Uber Driver Made An Extraordinary Decision: To Become His Donor

    Two men in a hospital room smiling and shaking hands, with medical equipment visible, showcasing interesting facts.

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    #22

    A Woman Drove 30 Miles To Buy The Last Generator At A Hardware Store For Her Father, Who Relied On An Electric Oxygen Pump

    Two people in a store having a close discussion, illustrating interesting facts that are more engaging than anything searched today.

    But When She Arrived, It Had Already Sold Out, And She Broke Down In Tears. A Stranger Who Saw Her Crying Immediately Insisted That She Take His Generator Instead

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    #23

    Claire Was At A Garage Sale Where She Bought A Moldy Table For $25, Drawn To Its Shape And Size

    Three people discussing antiques around a wooden table in a room with vintage furniture, illustrating interesting facts.

    Thirty Years Later, An Appraiser Spotted The Name “Seymour” Underneath, Who Were Linked To Makers For Rich People In 1700s. Initially Valued At $250,000, It Later Sold At Auction For $541,000

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    #24

    In 1986, A Nurse Had To Leave A Dying Patient Who Quietly Asked Her To Stay

    Woman with short hair and necklace speaking in front of a Mayo Clinic poster about facts more interesting than anything Googled today.

    When She Returned, The Patient Had Passed Away Alone. Heartbroken By The Moment, She Later Start No One Dies Alone, A Worldwide Program Where Volunteers Sit With People In Their Final Hours, So No On Has To Die Alone

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    #25

    A Homeless Man In 2010 Was Seen Holding A Cardboard Sign Advertising His Smooth Radio Voice Near A Highway Ramp In Ohio

    Man holding a cardboard sign outdoors and later in a suit indoors, a compelling story for interesting facts today.

    One Day In 2011, When A Youtube Video Of His Radio Voice Went Viral, He Became All Anyone Could Talk About. Now He’s Known As "The Man With The Golden Voice."

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    #26

    When The Owner Of A Restaurant In Baltimore Learned That One Of His Loyal Customers Had Stage Four Terminal Cancer, He Immediately Decided To Drive Six Hours To Vermont To Bring Her Favorite Cooked Meal

    Person preparing food at the tailgate of a truck with various containers and supplies, showing interesting facts setup.

    His Act Of Kindness Left Her Deeply Touched, Creating A Memory She Would Cherish Forever

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    #27

    A 24-Year-Old Man Sits On The Side Of The Road In Johannesburg

    Group of diverse people outdoors holding and reading books with interesting facts for learning and knowledge sharing.

    But Instead Of Begging, He Collects Books, Reads Each One, And Offers Book Reviews To People Passing By. If You Like The Review, He’ll Sell You The Book

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    #28

    Single Mom Dressed Up Like A Dad So That Her Son Wouldn't Miss His Father At School Event

    Two people in a car, one wearing a fake mustache and cap, capturing a fun moment for interesting facts content.

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    #29

    After Being Diagnosed With Terminal Cancer In 2000 And Given 12 Months To Live

    Smiling person wearing a medal and yellow and black sports jacket, representing interesting facts from today.

    Jane Tomlinson Went On To Complete Marathons, Triathlons, And A Cycling Challenge Across The Us, Raising £1.85 Million For Charity Before Passing Away In 2007

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    #30

    She Had A Real Talent

    WWI soldiers wearing lifelike plaster masks designed by Anna Coleman, showcasing interesting historical facts.

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    #31

    In 2019, 8 Years Old Tani Adewumi, A Nigerian Refugee, Went From Living In A Homeless Shelter To Winning The New York State Chess Championship After Only A Year Of Playing

    Young boy in a suit playing chess and attending an event, illustrating facts more interesting than anything Googled today.

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    #32

    At This California Based Donut Shop, Customers Would Buy Out All The Donuts Before 2 P.m. Daily So That The 62-Year-Old Owner Can Be His 63-Year-Old Sick Wife At The Rehabilitation Facility

    Man being interviewed in a donut shop, exterior view of Donut City store, and customer selecting donuts inside the shop.

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    #33

    Between 1908 - 1940s, Sears Offered 'Build-It-Yourself' Home Kits Through Their Catalog. Each Kit Came With Plumbing, Wiring, Heating, And All

    Various historic and modern homes with architectural plans showcasing interesting facts about home designs.

    Many Of These DIY Homes Are Still Standing Strong Today

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    #34

    In 2018, A Homeless Man Named Adam Gillian Discovered A Worn Bambi Painting And Sold It To A Dealer Alexander For $20

    Two men in a vintage setting with a display of an animated Bambi scene, sharing interesting facts and stories.

    Who Later Sold It On Ebay For C$3,700 And Immediately Tracked Gillian Down To Share Half The Profit

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    #35

    Bus Driver Asks His Passengers To Get Off The Bus After They Refuse To Make Space For A Passenger With A Wheelchair

    Two men in motorized wheelchairs traveling on a public bus, highlighting accessibility facts more interesting than anything Googled today.

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    #36

    103 Year Old Woman Celebrates Her Birthday As A Wonder-Woman ❤️

    103 year old woman dressed as Wonder Woman volunteering at senior care, showcasing inspiring facts more interesting than anything googled today

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    #37

    A Struggling And Desperate 47-Year-Old Mother Was Caught By Police Stealing 5 Eggs To Feed Her Family

    A woman receiving food donations and emotional support, illustrating facts about kindness and community impact.

    But The Officer Didn't Pass Any Judgment. Instead, He Went Inside The Store, Returned With A Dozen Eggs, And Told Her Not To Shoplift Again

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    #38

    A Woman Didn’t Know She Had An Identical Twin Until She Saw A Youtube Video Of Someone Who Looked Exactly Like Her

    Two women smiling outdoors and in a virtual meeting, illustrating interesting facts about connections and friendships.

    She Started Texting On Her Facebook And When They Finally Met, Both Of Them We Surprised. Neither Of Their Adoption Documents Had Mentioned Of Them Being Twins.

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    #39

    Moment When Miners Split Open A Rock And Discovered A Perfectly Shaped Heart On Each Side Of It

    Two miners wearing helmets holding rocks with heart-shaped geode crystals, showcasing interesting facts in mining.

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    #40

    94-Year-Old Widow Waited 64 Years For Her Husband To Return. She Never Remarried, Hoping Her Husband Would One Day Return Home

    Elderly woman with military honor guard and flag, highlighting emotional facts more interesting than anything you’ve googled today.

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    #41

    Brave Cat Saves Owner's Life While The Family's Guard Dog Sleeps Through It All

    Black cat with amber eyes sitting in a kitchen, illustrating 50 facts more interesting than anything you've googled today.

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    #42

    Woman Named Florence Norman Was Seen Riding A Very Early Scooter, 1916

    Vintage black and white photo of a woman on an early motorized scooter, illustrating interesting facts from history.

    It Was A Birthday Present From Her Husband Which She Would Use To Travel To Work In London. The Little Box On It Is A Battery With An Electric Coil And Lights Connected.

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    #43

    British Man Was Struggling To Sell His £800k Six-Bedroom House. So He Decided To Sell Raffle Tickets Online For £2 Tickets

    Man outside and inside a house examining coins and letters, illustrating interesting facts about history and discoveries.

    After struggling to pay £2,000 a month mortgage for the house that originally costed him £435,000, Dunstan put the house up in the market for sale. But when he found no buyer, he decided to raffle £500,000 worth of tickets online for £2 with which people could get the chance to win the property.

    He managed to sell 186,000 tickets with which he cleared his debts and finally handed over the house keys to a 41-year old factory worker who had also participated in buying the ticket.

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    #44

    75-Year-Old Man Felt Lonely After Losing His Wife To Cancer. So He Put A Message On His Window Looking For A Friend To Talk To

    Elderly man looking through door with sign about loneliness, vintage couple wedding photos showing love and companionship.

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    #45

    Widowed Goose Finds Love Again, After Posting An Ad On Facebook

    Three images showing geese in different settings illustrating interesting animal behavior facts for SEO.

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    #46

    Blind Man Reunites With His 14-Year-Old Service Dog That Was Stolen In Chicago, After A Citywide Search

    Man holding a missing dog flyer and walking with a white cane outdoors, showing interesting facts significance.

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