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I might not have met any of you pandas in real life, but I have no doubt that our readers are some of the most curious minds out there. Over the years, you’ve embraced so many articles packed with intriguing tidbits about history, animals, nature, and beyond. And honestly, that’s what makes writing for you such a joy!

To keep that love of learning alive, today we’ve put together another collection of random yet incredibly fascinating facts from across the web. Hopefully, you’ll find at least one that adds a fun new piece of trivia to your collection. Scroll down, enjoy, and don’t forget to share your favorite discoveries in the comments!

#1

Bee collecting pollen on a yellow flower, a fascinating fact of nature's pollination process.

Did you know, those little bees you see in the evening sitting on flowers are old bees.
Old & sick bees don't return to the hive at the end of their day.
They spend the night on flowers, and if they have the chance to see another sunrise, they resume their activity by bringing pollen or nectar to the colony.
They do this sensing that the end is near.
No bee waits to die in the hive so as not to burden the others.
So, next time you see an old little bee sat upon a flower as the night closes in...
...thank the little bee for her life long service.

They've done their duty and it's time for them to rest now. Love this So precious is nature!!!!!

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    #5

    Man in forest he planted in India, surrounded by lush greenery, demonstrating fascinating environmental impact.

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    Nea
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Least you can do is search and write the name of ‘a man’- this has been a feedback on this site hundreds of times. Pay heed. I guess this man is Jadav Payeng.

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    #7

    Elegant horse standing on a sandy beach under a cloudy sky, showcasing fascinating animal beauty.

    The Akhal-Teke is probably the most beautiful horse breed in existence. Apart from their breathtaking metallic sheen (lending them their nickname "The Golden Horse"), they are also known for their speed and intelligence. There are about 6,600 of them on Earth. DNA research found the Akhal-Teke to be one of the oldest horse breeds alive today.

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    #8

    Construction site with shovels and people, highlighting fascinating facts about building projects for foster children.

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    Black Cat
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good on him, it's so sad foster kids age out at 18 yrs and have no support and nowhere to go.

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    #12

    A man painting vibrant murals in Taiwan, showcasing fascinating facts about cultural preservation.

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    MoBeLa
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a fantastic example of one person making all the difference!

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    #13

    Aerial view of fascinating ancient aqueduct in desert landscape.

    Some 3,000 years ago, in modern-day Iran, ancient engineers created the Qanat—an ingenious underground system to carry water over long distances. In the hot, arid climate, this was vital for supplying farms and villages with much-needed water. The rows of holes seen here served as ventilation, ensuring that workers—digging these tunnels by hand—could breathe as they toiled for miles. This ancient technology played a key role in supporting life in otherwise uninhabitable regions.

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    #14

    Man holding an albatross on a boat, highlighting fascinating fact about the bird's long-distance travel capabilities.

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    Tams21
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I remember right, they "sleep" with one half of the brain at a time. They're also huge and absolutely beautiful birds.

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    #16

    Elderly man in a suit holding a large wall plug model, highlighting random but fascinating facts.

    Artur Fischer, a German inventor, is known for inventing the plastic dowel, also known as the "Fischer dowel", in 1958. This small invention revolutionized the construction industry by providing a simple and effective solution for attaching objects to walls made of concrete, brick or other solid materials.
    The Fischer dowel consists of a small plastic cylinder with wings on the outside that expand when inserted into a drilled hole in the wall. This creates a firm and secure anchor for screws, nails or any other type of fastening.
    This innovation has changed the home improvement and construction industry forever by making it much easier and safer to attach objects to walls. Fischer also has numerous other inventions and patents that underline his role as one of the most important German inventors of the 20th century.

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    #17

    Cat lounging on a couch, revealing a fascinating fact about its secret double life in New Zealand.

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    Black Cat
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had a cat that would do the rounds. Our neighbours would feed him thinking he was a pregnant female.

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    #18

    Solar panel bike path in South Korea along highway, generates clean energy and provides shade for cyclists.

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    Atom Bohr
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is an excellent idea on one hand, but I can't think of anywhere more dangerous to be than in the central reserve between traffic, even with barriers. I mean, if you break down and are on the hard shoulder, you're told to leave your car because it's more dangerous to stay. I realise there's no barrier between the outer lane and the hard shoulder, but we've all seen barriers absolutely wrecked or even removed by accidents

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    #22

    Students at Munich Technical University use giant slides to travel between floors, illustrating fascinating facts.

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    KrazyChiMama
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks easier on the knees! Until I get to the bottom and I can’t get up! :D

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    #23

    Boston College campus with text about tuition remission benefit for employees' children, highlighting a fascinating fact.

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    Nathan Mickay
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You do realise that in Europe any janitor could do that with any university of their choice? Wouldn't even have to be employed there.

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    #25

    Man in garden, linked to a fascinating fact about becoming world's richest due to a PayPal error.

    In 2013, Chris Reynolds, a man from Pennsylvania, briefly became the richest person in the world after PayPal mistakenly credited him with $92 quadrillion in his account.
    This was a result of an error, and the amount was shown as "credit" rather than "debt."
    The mistake lasted only briefly before PayPal corrected it, but during that time, Reynolds' wealth was technically larger than that of even the richest people on Earth, like Carlos Slim.
    However, the mistake was swiftly fixed, and Reynolds didn't get to keep the money. He later joked about the error, suggesting he could have used it to pay off the U.S. national debt.

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    #26

    Elk with a tire around its neck walking through a forest, illustrating a fascinating wildlife fact.

    For more than two years, a wild elk had a car tire stuck around his neck. Colorado wildlife officers finally shot it with a tranquilizer gun, sawed off its antlers and removed the tire, which held 10 lbs of forest debris, that had been around its neck for roughly half its life

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    Eva Vinklarkova
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why sawing the antlers off when they could have just cut the tire?

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    #28

    Spider sitting on a colorful, intricate web with light reflecting through, showcasing fascinating facts of nature.

    This stunning photo showcases a spider web shimmering with all the colors of the rainbow, a result of the light bending through the silk strands.
    The iridescence seen in spider webs is caused by the interference of light waves, similar to what we see in soap bubbles or oil slicks!

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    Russell Tilling
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome! Unfortunately the concentration of photons appears to have made the spider radioactive!

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    #31

    Aerial view of a fascinating rock formation resembling a massive, flat-topped tower in a forested landscape.

    The enigmatic Devils Tower, situated in northeastern Wyoming, is a breathtaking natural wonder that emerges dramatically from the terrain. This distinct geological feature consists of igneous rock columns created through the gradual solidification of magma, giving rise to its unique hexagonal formations. Devils Tower carries profound cultural and spiritual significance for Native American communities. How do you believe such natural marvels impact our understanding of the Earth's geological past and cultural heritage?

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    #32

    Belgium-Netherlands border with flags and road markings, illustrating random fascinating geographic fact.

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    STress (I/me)
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good thing is, they're both in the EU, so they don't need passports to go to the toilette. Croatia and Bosnia/Herzegovina - well, that's a bit more complicated. And there are many examples of houses divided ahalf.

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    #33

    Japanese engineer by typhoon-resistant wind turbine, showcasing renewable energy innovation.

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    Francois
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah sure on similar note harvesting the sun energy in 1 second could power the world for a year. But utterly impossible.

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    #34

    Vintage car with red spoke wheels and tracks, showcasing fascinating design against a natural backdrop.

    The 1929 Ford Model A Snow Bird is a fascinating piece of history!

    This unique vehicle was equipped with an Arps Snow Bird conversion, crafted by the B.P. Arps Company in Wisconsin. With caterpillar-style tracks driven by two sets of rear wheels, two auxiliary wheels on each side, and long skis attached to the front wheels, it was built to conquer heavy snow with ease.
    Originally, this snow-ready marvel served the New York Guard and later delivered mail in snow-covered rural areas during winter. It even made its mark in history as part of Admiral Byrd's 1931 Antarctic expedition.
    Considered a rare piece of Americana, the Snow Bird is an extraordinary adaptation of the Ford Model A, showcasing creativity and innovation for winter transportation. It's not just a vehicle; it’s a symbol of ingenuity and adventurous spirit!

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    #35

    Man with a beard and glasses at a table, text sharing random fascinating fact about winning a French Scrabble Championship.

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    sdorph
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    2 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    His name is Nigel Richards, he did it in 2015, after that, in 2024 he won the Spanish Scrabble championship even though he couldn't speak Spanish https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/scrabble-world-s-greatest-wins-in-languages-he-cannot-speak

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    #40

    Statue of Liberty head in a park, showcasing random fascinating historical construction facts.

    The head of the Statue of Liberty was showcased at the third Paris World Fair, also known as the Exposition Universelle, held in Paris, France, in 1878. This remarkable display allowed visitors to get an up-close view of the iconic monument's craftsmanship before it was fully completed. The event not only celebrated the artistry behind the Statue of Liberty but also highlighted the cultural and technological advancements of the time.

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    #42

    Giraffe with neck bones fact, highlighting fascinating anatomical similarities with humans for an engaging brain teaser.

    Both giraffes and humans have seven cervical vertebrae (neck bones). However, the vertebrae in a giraffe's neck are much larger and more elongated, allowing their necks to reach incredible lengths—up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) long. Despite this difference in size, the basic structure and number of bones remain the same across most mammals.

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    #43

    Woman squatting in front of a fitness kiosk, part of a fascinating interactive street setup promoting health awareness.

    In Cluj, Romania, you can pay for your bus ticket by doing 20 squats. Disabled and elderly people get to ride for free.

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    #44

    Crowd with Spanish flags in a stadium, highlighting a fascinating fact about the wordless Spanish national anthem.

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    Agfox
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm on board with that, many national anthems have cringeworthy lyrics

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    #45

    Man with an eye patch in a relaxed pose, linked to fascinating facts about historical figures.

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    Jesse
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was Irish Belgian. Go listen to The Unkillable Soldier, great song about him. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4vj_WB5w_k

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    #46

    Nebra Sky Disc, Germany: bronze with gold symbols mapping sun, moon, stars, a fascinating fact about celestial history.

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    Ace
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing as this is, "precisely mapping" is something of an exaggeration, i.e. a lie.

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    #47

    Bald man in a suit discussing fascinating facts; text explains name change impact on career opportunities.

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    Verfin22
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lots of actors change their name and not because of ethnicity. It's so it's remembered. Marilyn Monroe was Norma Jean Baker once.

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    #48

    Sunny vineyard in Portugal by a river, highlighting a random fact about hours of sunshine in Europe.

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    #52

    Naked carp jumping over a waterfall with an inset showing a school of carp, highlighting fascinating facts about their recovery.

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    Karina
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    just be aware of runaway norwegian farmed salmons, they are destroying our own population and more escape every year.

    #54

    Woman struggling to close an overstuffed suitcase, illustrating a fascinating packing fact.

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    Daria
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it

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    #55

    Actor with bees on face, showcasing fascinating facts about the filming of Candyman with real bees.

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    Scott Rackley
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    2 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless you're messing with them, honeybees rarely if ever sting. If one lands on you just chill, it'll fly off in a minute, it's just resting. Same with bumbles.

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    #56

    Aerial view of Calabria, Italy coastline, highlighting a fascinating fact about financial incentives for new residents.

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    iseefractals
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are a bunch of places around Europe with similar programs. You can buy a dilapidated property for $1, but you have to be under a certain age, have surpass a minimum amount of personal wealth because you'll be responsible for "renovating" the property (which in many cases means a full rebuild) you'll have to pay for an office/store front, all the legal hurdles that go along with that and the age limit exists because they're expecting you to either already be parents to young children, or expect you to become parents. At the end of the day that amount works out to 3% cash back.

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    #58

    Truck on Sweden's electric highway, illustrating fascinating facts about sustainable transportation innovation.

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    Moppi Moopenheimer
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe, this picture is in Germany and pictures a test track that was abandoned shortly after

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    #60

    Blue Marlin carrying multiple ships in a port, showcasing random fascinating facts about its unique capacity.

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    STress (I/me)
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And here we see a shipping ship, shipping shipping ships. In the next episode - two Swiss witches, watching Swiss "Swatch" watches"!

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    #61

    Man with tattoos poses; Italy and U.S. tattoo statistics fact displayed.

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    Karina
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel there are some island countries that would beat 48 % ?

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    #63

    Aerial view of a futuristic Maldives floating city, an eco-friendly design amid turquoise waters, part of fascinating facts.

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    eric p
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    2 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is truly a shame most of the Maldives will be under water soon. It is one of the most beautiful places I have been. Unfortunately, the economy relies on tourism, and as they lose some of the atolls the impact on the residents will be devastating. While the native population that lives in or around Male will be safe, there are lots of smaller villages that will soon be consumed by the ocean and that is where the majority of their people live

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    #65

    Exploration probe near Enceladus, highlighting random fascinating facts about potential extraterrestrial life.

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    Nea
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are we always ‘hoping’ for that? Havent we watched enough Hollywood movies!

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    #66

    Charlie Chaplin in black and white, receiving an honorary Oscar with a notable standing ovation mentioned in text.

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    Ace
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Having been virtually exiled for some years from his adopted home in the US by the McArthy anti-communist witch-hunts. He spent most of his later years living on the shores of Lake Geneva, Vevey, a small town near Montreux (and about 30km from where I live) has a number of monuments and a museum dedicated to him.

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    #67

    "Two men in hospital beds using a long stick for communication, illustrating a random fascinating fact."

    Because a patient with two broken arms was unable to hold a cigarette, authorities in a St. Louis, Mo., hospital devised the odd six-foot holder in 1938. A roommate lights a cigarette, places it in a hole in the end of the stick, and holds it to his friend’s lips. To raise his body for the purpose, he uses a support suspended above his bed, as shown. A nail in the end of the holder is used to feed the patient candy

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    Jane Jayne Jain Jeign Jein
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This will soon become the new normal in hospitals in Murica - you'll get fined if you refuse to look after the patient in the next bed, but if you do it they'll charge you for the 'experience'.

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    #68

    Aerial view of a long, curving bridge over water, with a city skyline in the background; fascinating architectural feat.

    Did you know that the Coronado Bridge, located in San Diego, California, is a bridge that connects the city of San Diego with Coronado Island? Opened in 1969, it spans 3.4 km (2.1 miles) and rises 61 meters (200 feet) above San Diego Bay at its highest point, allowing large vessels to pass underneath.
    Its curved, design was intended to extend the length of the bridge and avoid a steep incline, making it easier for vehicles to cross. This bridge is an important symbol for the region and offers spectacular panoramic views of the bay, downtown San Diego, and the Pacific Ocean.

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    Bugoy-420
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's built to float so if blown up the Navy can push the pieces out of the way to deploy ships based there.

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    #69

    Makkah Clock Royal Tower in Mecca with the world's largest clock face under a cloudy sky.

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    Kira Okah
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What priceless bit of history was demolished to build this pile of hotels? (I looked it up - Ajyad Fortress, 18th century Ottoman citadel, was destroyed for this hotel, there was a massive outcry at this, especially from Turkey).

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    #71

    "Image with facts about a random fascinating event involving a generous gift of an engagement ring by a celebrity."

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    2 months ago (edited)

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    Iraqi veterans destroyed the country and caused a million civilian deaths from the war and the destruction of the infrastructure, like water treatment plants.

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    #73

    Ancient French cave paintings show mammoth-bison hybrids, an example of fascinating optical illusions.

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    Karina
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    2 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first time they looked the cavepaintings in fire light, they where suprised by how lifelike the paintings where, alomst looking like they where moving across the stone. So visuall effects is a lot older than we think, it just took a nosedive for a few thousand years,

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    #75

    Eiffel Tower with Olympic rings against blue sky, highlighting its repainting for the Paris Olympics.

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    Jane Jayne Jain Jeign Jein
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Eiffel Tower is about 135 years old. If this was the twentieth time it had been painted then it gets done about once every 7 years.

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    #76

    Underwater photoshoot at 163ft, model in white dress on shipwreck, no diving gear. Fascinating facts highlight.

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    Yvonne Dauwalder Balsiger
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine being 50 m below the water surface and having to rely on others for oxygen... I get trust issues just by looking at this

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    #80

    Red Ferrari parked on a street in Switzerland, highlighting a fascinating fact about wealth and luxury cars.

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    Ace
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's calculated based on new registrations in one given year, but a wildly, and deliberately, misleading way of putting it.

    #82

    Robot reading a book in a modern library, highlighting fascinating facts about AI publishing trends.

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    Corvus
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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If AI wrote it, I won't read it. Not even if they're paying me to.

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    #84

    Person sitting with someone in a Dalmatian costume, illustrating fascinating facts about unique personal transformations.

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