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I don’t know about you, Pandas, but cool facts are like Pringles to me: once you have one, then you want another, and soon enough you just can’t stop yourself from having more and more. And I’m not the only one with an appetite for learning new things!

A whopping 1.2 million people follow the ‘Weird Facts’ Instagram page and they can’t get enough of the tantalizing trivia it shares on their social media feeds. We’ve collected some of the most interesting history and science facts shared by the page for you to enjoy as well, dear Readers, so have a scroll down and upvote the ones that you found interesting and surprising.

Did any of these facts change how you view the world? Did you by any chance know every single fact in this article? Do you have any cool trivia to share with all the other Pandas? You can share your thoughts, feelings, and opinions in the comment section. Ready to learn some awesome stuff? Let’s go!

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#1

Clever Medicine Saves Lives

Historic hospital scene illustrating a weird fact about a fake disease used to protect Jews from Nazis during World War II.

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    Quiet Hero Moves

    Elderly man in plaid shirt shares a weird fact about his life and generosity, highlighting unusual world facts.

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    The ‘Weird Facts’ Instagram project eventually grew so large that its founder decided to branch out and create a trivia learning app. There are over 900 random, interesting, and genuine facts that you can learn and then wow your friends and family over dinner with. Some trivia might sound strange, true, but it’s all been double and triple-checked by ‘Weird Facts.’

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    Bored Panda has analyzed the topics of media literacy and how we can distinguish between true and false facts in quite a lot of detail before. Last week, I spoke to Steven Wooding, who is a member of the Institute of Physics in the United Kingdom, who elaborated on what kind of mindset a true, curious, impartial scientist ought to have.

     "Scientists have to be curious about how the world works and persistent in their work, as it may take years for it to pay off. Creativity to imagine what might be possible and attention to detail to gain knowledge are also very important," Steven told Bored Panda during an interview.

    #4

    Secret Good Deeds Club

    Three women smiling together representing weird facts about secret acts of kindness around the world.

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    #5

    Legacy of the Silent Strike

    Large crowd of women striking for equal rights in Iceland, a weird fact showing global gender equality progress.

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    Mazer
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s sad that the women had to shut down the country to get heard and taken seriously

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    #6

    Books for Every Little One

    Dolly Parton reading a book to children, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique educational programs.

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    "We have to be open-minded to new facts and let data guide the way, rather than just what we think. On the other hand, we should also be critical of data. One experiment doesn’t make a fact. A fact comes from experiments that can be repeated and verified many times over."

    According to the researcher, the advent of internet newsfeeds and platforms like TikTok and Twitter has shortened our attention spans. As a result, we tend to have a lower tolerance for long-form content that requires more focus and energy from us.

    #7

    Barking Up the Right Tree

    Black dog in Colombia trading leaves for biscuits at a food stall, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    #8

    Unlikely Families, Unbreakable Bonds

    Man adopting baby with Down syndrome, sharing a heartwarming story about acceptance and love for disabled children.

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    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is wholesome for the father and daughter. But it's sad on so many levels. Not only is this discrimination against single and gay parents, but they are also treating disabled children with so much disregard. I'm happy for the father, but there is so much to ponder about here.

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    #9

    Buried Truths and Bentleys

    Millionaire with shovel standing by a luxury car and large freshly dug hole illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    weeeell done !!!! thumbs-up 1 million time :D

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    "If you feel you are time-pressured, it’s probably only natural that you don’t want to invest a chunk of time on one article but instead scan the headlines to get lots of little bits of information. I have certainly noticed myself being less likely to read a long article unless it’s something that genuinely interests me," he said that on the one hand, we’re saving time, but on the other hand, we’re staying at a very superficial level of information.

    "The negative impact is that we won’t reach a deeper level of understanding of something and end up missing out. This is ironic, as people today rush around trying not to miss out on things," Steven told Bored Panda.

    #10

    Unbreakable Escape Artist

    A cow escaping by smashing a fence and swimming to an island illustrates weird facts about the world.

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    #11

    Unexpected Hero Origins

    Actor Steve Buscemi shown as a firefighter and later in life, highlighting weird facts about the world and unusual careers.

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    #12

    Justice or Vigilantism?

    Three people at a press conference discussing a controversial legal case in Texas, weird facts about the world.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forget just letting him off the hook - he deserves a goddamn medal for that.

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    "It’s essential to have a growth mindset and realize that you probably know very little. We can only gain more profound knowledge of the world by investing time in exploring it. This issue goes back to short attention spans, which gives us a broad, but shallow spread of knowledge. Take the time to read a book on a subject, and you are bound to learn more," the expert gave some advice, urging everyone to build their patience for content that isn’t just bite-sized.

    #13

    Unexpected Crowd Pleasers

    Audience of men attending a community event, illustrating weird facts about the world and unexpected volunteer support.

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    #14

    Quiz Show Rebel

    Black and white photo of a woman with text about a weird fact regarding the first female winner of a 1950s game show.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jerks. I'm glad she beat them at their own game.

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    Surgery Took Everything Out

    Two surgeons lying on the floor exhausted after a 32-hour surgery, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Meanwhile, entertainment and pop culture expert Mike Sington from Hollywood explained to me that there’s a broad range of red flags we have to look out for that might indicate that a fact or a source might be unreliable.

    "Red flags to watch out for that a claim may be fake: it's outlandish, it's too good to be true, you haven't seen the claim anywhere else, you've never heard the source, the source isn't reputable, you can't find two other sources making the same claim, your gut tells you, ‘this can't be true,'" Mike told shared with Bored Panda.

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    #16

    Power of Love and Will

    Before and after photos of a couple showing transformation related to weird facts about the world and life-saving donor stories.

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    #17

    Heartwarming Acts of Kindness

    Mr. Rogers feeding fish while sharing a weird fact about kindness from the world that offers a fresh perspective.

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    Sabs
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever since that letter he not only would say when he fed the fish, but would also describe parts of the show and what he was doing like tying his shoes and putting on a jacket. An interview years later he said he was more aware of the blind audience after the letter and made strides to make his shows as inclusive as possible, even passing the advice to other producers of children's shows.

    Max Thompson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr rogers was such a saint. RIP

    John L
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe that people are incapable of being purely magnanimous, then people like Mr. Rogers prove me wrong.....

    Serial pacifist
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok, just for the fact's sake, I guess the blind girl didn't write, she had someone write it for her.

    Raccoon Queen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, she was five, so I think it’s safe to assume someone wrote it for her any way

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    Sue Lynn Chan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is such a wholesome man. Shame I can’t meet him

    Jo Choto
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many good stories about this very special man. We decided the other day that we would like a world run by Bob Ross and Mr. Rogers.

    『Zipper Mom』
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And Jim Henson!! He, Bob Ross, Mr. Rogers, and Steve Irwin should run the world, honestly.

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    Nazda Pokmov
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was the original KIND man...inside and out. His wife said he was the same off camera as on camera.

    Barbara Williamson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was One in a Million of people who did the best they could for children. (and maybe a few parents as well.)

    Jb Dean
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a boss in the 70s that literally was from Mr Rogers’ neighborhood. She lived on his block growing up. She said he was exactly the same as how he was on his show.

    Ana
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just saw the film "It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood" on Netflix and a lot of things Fred Rodgers says hit very close to home, like anger/ temper management. He wasn't a saint, he was a real human being with emotions and feelings. He did things to manage those instead of blowing up at people like many of us do. He just was actively and consciously kind, he made an effort to be a kind person.

    Ralphus Gelkinsmelter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well... I mean, saints were people too. Often just people who found extreme ways to be devout or help others. (i.e. Mother Theresa). So I would counter your statement about him being "not a saint". Frankly I think the man should be canonized. Men that pure and kind come along once every century or two.

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    A. M0usee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG, I remember him doing this. Awwww, loved Mr. Rogers so much. He taught us more about emotional balance than we ever learned in school. A gentle soul.

    Shaheen Alikhan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This man spearheaded alt text, TOO? He just keeps getting more amazing. I mean he was this amazing, but we just keep finding out about more

    Finn Gallaher
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that is the nicest thing I've ever seen someone do.

    Cassandra Misale
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A friend of mine has a hand written response from Mr. Rogers. It’s a page long. My friend wrote to him as an adult to thank him for his show and asked questions. I was blown away when my friend showed me. Fred Rogers was truly a man with a heart so big, I’m surprised we couldn’t see the outline of it through his clothes. Some people who were actually pretty crappy but admired for being a supposed “bad ass” or just dangerous or thought to be caring but in reality…(seriously watch Penn and Tellers show on YT called Bull#hi# about mother Teresa. It was shocking and told through reps of the church, nuns who moved to work specifically with her because they believed in her and her hospital, and from her own mouth. Christopher Hitchens also wrote an investigative piece. No one was happy with what they found. But she raised 20 million for the church. They put in a new rule to speed run her into sainthood. And Fred Rogers truly deserved that. He was the real deal.

    Janet Pattison
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The movie Mister Rogers was actually good. I was pleasantly surprised. Apparently he was a rare incredible human being. I was always amazed my kids loved his show.

    Maureen Ganley
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Rogers quite simply an amazing human being.

    L.a. Williams
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember that never thought to why.

    Tracylee Dee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Rogers was a Bada**. Je had heavily tattooed arms from his years of service in the military, which is why you never saw him without a coat, jacket, sweater. He didn't want to scare the children.

    Carol Odrlin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He meant a great deal to.my daughter as well. Men?

    S3raphim1961
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Roger's was a minister of the gospel. His whole show was basically about "who is my neighbor"?

    Tim Burton
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many good memories with this man's show

    Josephine Cortes
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember this ..that was awesome of him. My very best neighbor (the only one I always looked forward to see)

    K M꧂
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Personally knew him since I was a child. He was more genuine than just about any kind person you’ve ever met in your life. Loved all people, especially children. He was a friend of my family for decades. Honestly don’t know if the world has another Fred Rogers.

    Rudy Joseph
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That made me tear up. He.was such a good person and he cared so much and I know that little girl and many other children looked forward to hearing his voice

    Kay Wil
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s a lovely thing to dso.

    3 AM
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Rogers made my little girl very happy. She adored him. I wish I would have written him a letter, telling him that. He such a nice, gentle voice and such a soothing manner. She is all grown up now, and Mr. Rogers has left us, but I really wish I had been young enough to have seen his show when I was a little girl. I had a very difficult childhood, and I know he would have made me feel better.

    Ralphus Gelkinsmelter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the hell is the Church going to canonize Mr. Rogers? The man was a damned SAINT! Especially to those of us in Pittsburgh. We regard this man as family.

    Sharon Knapp
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    such a GREAT man! And thats not the end of his story!

    Oli
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this makes me so happy

    Pamela Worthington-Smack
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We are a people who idolize routine courtesy and respect. What does this say about us?

    google slave
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was a genuinely great person. I watched him all the time growing up.

    Jackie Reed
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two lovely stories here:the child concerned about the fish,and Mr.Rogers providing reassurance for her.Mr.Rogers being Mr.Rogers,basically.

    kathy fitzpatrick
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God love her and her giant heart and he and his!

    Jessica Cain
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's so sweet. That must have made her so happy.

    Mindy Eveleth Janiske
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we stayed at a hotel one night, and noticed the TV was gone. We called front desk, and when they brought one up, they said sorry, Fred Rogers stayed here last night and asked that it be removed. He said he needed to answer fan mail and didn't want the distraction.

    Logan Duffy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why couldn't this man,steve irwin,and bob ross become immortal.

    Sharon Rogers
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Rogers was an amazing man with a heart of pure gold. What a wonderful example for the rest of us. 🌹

    survivalrhino
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rev. Rogers-- highly recommend the movie " A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" about him

    Ambry Petersen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How cute. Wish we had more people like him.

    Matan Yussman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s a wonderful day in the neighborhood, especially for that little girl

    Geordie Girl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've heard a lot of good things about this man.

    Nicole
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was such an amazing man

    Nicole Devlin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fred Rogers was a really good man💜

    Maria Reine
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If Mr. Rogers ruled the world... It would be a much better place! RIP, Fred Rogers. We miss you.

    Someone
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is why I will kill, just to watch Mr.Rogers. He is an angel. An angel I tell you.

    Dorine Lester
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This man was very sweet and cared more about others than himself.

    Madeline Tacher
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I heard about this and I love it so much

    mariko ford
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Heartwarming and caring! What an awesome man!

    Lia Emet-Katzman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr Rogers was wonderful, but I didn't appreciate or even like the show when I was growing up. Now I can see what an educated, intellectual, and compassionate man he was.♥️

    Amy Doyle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like he's thinking of her too whilst he does it. I swear some people are just too good for this world.

    Tiffany Moore
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember him doing this!! He was the best. I even remember putting his show on after I was ‘too old’!

    phoenix crystalite
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So simple yet it makes someone feel heard

    Talia Mclaren
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most people wouldn't think about doing something like that, it is so nice to think of how much he cares!

    Fiona Aitch
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are so many lovely facts about this man.

    Stacie Bannon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Rogers is a hero to so many people including me. We need more Mr. Rogers in the world

    WhatEvenIsLife
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bless Mr. Rogers. He was a rare soul.

    Kim Lorton
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was one of the greatest of men!

    Horizon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What I wouldn’t give for a clone of that wonderful man. Children need role models like him. He was a role model to me.

    Cooper Terry
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s mr Rodgers one of if not the greatest human being ever

    Jonathan Labelle
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    when you thought he could not be more wholesome

    Riley
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish I grew up with his show.

    Sofia Gonzalez
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The world didn't deserve him, though I'm glad we got to have him

    Anja Schmidt
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    there is amovie about him with tom hanks ...

    Susi Moffitt
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was a wonderful man, with a very big heart ♥️

    Jammie Clark
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was in 2nd grade we had to pick a famous person to write to. I pick Mr. Roger's. I was the only person in my grade who received a handwritten letter back. My mom still has it with the rest of my important or special things from grade school. It definitely made my year and still makes me smile when I think about it. Thank you for reminding me of such a great memory ❤

    Amber Bland
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was indeed a lovely man. His program was educational, yet fun for kids..

    Monika Swanson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved watching his show when I was little

    Courtney Delaney
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The world was made a better place because of this man!

    Crystal Pool
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    im gunna cry stahp X.x I watched him when I was little.

    Melissa J
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Roger's was a wonderful man in his own right. 😃

    Dino
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WE NEED A BUNCH OF PEOPLE LIKE THIS IM CRYING

    シ *’-BLOODLUST-‘* シ
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is wholesome, but the stoking of the tank is really bad! The giant goramis need over 100 gallons EACH and 1 gorami needs 10 gallons with 5 for every fish

    Succulent
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Rogers is a great person

    Keisha
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was a true good guy.

    Katie Brandon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so wholesome almost cried.

    Rob Grimm
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I miss this kind of realism in actors/actresses

    PhatShaddo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never saw Mr Rogers where I lived, but the more I read about this man and his show, the more I wished it was shown in all continents back in the day.

    happihearts
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, I think he was one of the best souls this planet has ever had the privilege of experiencing 💖

    Kurt Weatherly
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    PROOF that not all old white men are evil.😁💯

    Samantha Will
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr Rogers was sadly one of a kind in a world where we need thousands

    Tara Markey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So much to love about this man. He did so many wonderful things. Just love him

    Kim Hellmer
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never knew why he mentioned feeding the fish, but I always liked it.

    zoponex
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish his parents had written a book on how to raise truly good people.

    zoponex
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are there so few Fred Rogers?!

    Crispy Toast
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fell in love with Fred Rogers as an adult. I didn't watch him as a child, but I saw how ingenious the show was later. And, he really was as good and wholesome as he appeared, a rare thing in television

    Brian Bennett
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He could move me to tears at times!

    Mark Kelly
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought every owner announced out loud when they fed their pet anyway

    LynzCatastrophe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's such a small thing that you wouldn't notice, yet means the world to someone else. This made me weepy.

    Demongrrrrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish I'd appreciated him when I was a kid as much as I do now. When I was little, I thought he was creepy and wouldn't watch his show.

    Thomson StClair
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fred Rogers needs a federal holiday

    Zoe Booth
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If shes blind , and he does not mention fish , how does she know , and how did she write to him in the first place , im guessing at 5 Brail would be hard.

    That Bored Panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He mentioned it once, and she was worried that he was not feeding the fish on a regular basis. She most likely had someone write the letter for her

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    Bobby
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    3 years ago

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    How's fish are being fed to Mr. Rogers... Fried or Grilled.?

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    Lifelong Blood Hero

    Elderly man donating blood with a rare antigen that helped cure Rhesus disease in a unique weird facts story.

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    "The rise of social media has decreased the reliability of information because misinformation can spread so quickly before it can be corrected," the expert said that one basic thing we can do to check the reliability of a fact is… to start off with a simple and humble Google search. We should be on the lookout for additional sourcing and evidence. If we can’t find anything, we should remain skeptical.

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    "Do this and think before reposting or you may be contributing to the problem. Amplification doesn’t make a claim true or accurate," he said.

    #19

    Stuffed With Comfort

    Baby kangaroo named Doodlebug hugging a teddy bear after being rescued, a weird fact about the world.

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    Everyday Hero, Real Courage

    Teen boy in hospital after protecting classmates, an inspiring example related to weird facts about the world and bravery.

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    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    an article from oct. 2021 : “physical wounds were healing, but the (post-traumatic stress disorder) is manifesting itself more all the time.”. The most beautiful is his response after accepting shooter's apology : “I am not God to make the decision to kill him or not. That’s not my decision. My decision is to be a better person and to change the world for every kid. I don’t want this to happen to anybody again. It hurts. It hurts. It really hurts. So, I am just going to keep going. That’s it.”

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    Mike said that sources like Associated Press, Reuters, and The New York Times can be considered to be trustworthy. "They employ fact-checkers and editors that ensure the information they post is correct. They’re basically doing the research and homework for you. There are literally too many online sources to list that can’t be trusted and should be avoided. Anyone can basically post anything they want… proceed with caution," he told Bored Panda.

    "Our attention spans have been reduced to mere seconds at a time because that’s the way information and entertainment is fed to us now. People get tiny bite-sized bits of news by scrolling a Twitter feed, they entertain themselves by scrolling quickly through Instagram and TikTok. It’s creating a habit that doesn’t have to be," he said.

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    #22

    Naptime In The Wild

    Aerial view of a sleeping elephant family in nature, illustrating weird facts about the world and animal behavior.

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    #23

    From Spare Change to Big Change

    Homeless man finds a $4,000 ring and returns it, inspiring a viral fundraising story from weird facts about the world.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honesty is the best policy and pay off!!! So thankful for this lady's kindness to help make a change in this mans life. Very wholesome

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    #24

    Slow and Steady Wins Big

    Baby sea turtles crawling on a sandy beach after a long cleanup, showcasing weird facts about the world wildlife.

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    Caro Caro
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hooray. Now clean up all the other beaches and enjoy!

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    "The good news is there’s plenty of long-form entertainment and news available, you just have to seek it out. I believe the benefit is worth it. I’ve discovered it improves your ability to focus, it’s more calming, you retain more information, and it gives you a more balanced and nuanced view of the world.”

    #25

    Risk It All for Science

    Dr. Barry J. Marshall proving weird facts about H. pylori bacteria causing stomach ulcers and winning a Nobel Prize.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dangerous but good for one health as a result. Glad he was okay afterwards.

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    #26

    Front Row Fans Only

    Billy Joel performing live with a large crowd, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world and concert experiences.

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    Ola Pe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great thing! I completely get him👍

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    #27

    Above and Beyond Duty

    Two paramedics in uniform prepare dinner and do dishes after a woman with hypoglycemia is taken to hospital, showing kindness.

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    Luttjetrut
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those guys are not paramedics, they are wearing police uniforms.

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    #28

    When Integrity Pays Off

    Smiling homeless man returns lost $10,000 check, gains housing and job, showing inspiring weird facts about the world.

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    #29

    Cleaning Up The Competition

    Man cleaning bathroom mirror in janitor uniform illustrating weird facts about the world and surprising employee benefits.

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    Caro Caro
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's really nice but $140,000 for Uni?? WOW.

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    #30

    Hunting Made Hearable

    Child laughing while holding a beeping Easter egg created by dad to help visually impaired kids join egg hunts, weird facts world

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    #31

    Luck’s Wildest Comeback

    Man in blue shirt recounting weird facts about surviving death and winning jackpots in a random world story.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The universe's way of apologising to the guy. :p

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    #32

    Unspoken Bonds

    Man smiling as gorilla touches his face, showcasing one of the weird facts about the world involving Koko the gorilla.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did not need to cry today, thanks BP!

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    #33

    Silent Rebels Only

    Close-up of a cat with a caption about weird facts revealing cats understand human commands but ignore them.

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    imontape
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That cat could not look more smug lol

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    #34

    Almost Too Late

    Aerial view of a Kansas home surrounded by scorched land after a wildfire, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    #35

    Mud Therapy Moments

    Woman covered in mud holding a horse's head stuck in mud, illustrating weird facts about the world and unusual events.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read a novel once which opens with a pony getting stuck in the sand at the beach. The owner and her mother end up going "oh well, whatcha gonna do", shrugging and going home, leaving the poor thing to its fate! Then when they come back the next day and find out someone else has rescued the poor animal and taken it away they actually have the gall to be upset about it. I was so infuriated I stopped reading and never finished the book.

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    #36

    Brains Over Beauty

    Black and white photos of Hedy Lamarr with a fact about her invention of frequency hopping in weird facts about the world.

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    Phill Healey
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the beginning of World War II, she and composer George Antheil developed a radio guidance system for Allied torpedoes that used spread spectrum and frequency hopping technology to defeat the threat of jamming by the Axis powers. Although the US Navy did not adopt the technology until the 1960s, the principles of their work are incorporated into Bluetooth and GPS technology and are similar to methods used in legacy versions of CDMA and Wi-Fi.This work led to their induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2014.

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    #37

    Grandmas Over Chefs

    Elderly woman washing carrots in kitchen, illustrating weird facts about unique global restaurants and grandmas cooking.

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    #38

    Nature’s smallest hero

    Three-year-old girl survives 11 days in Siberian forest with her dog, showcasing an incredible weird fact about the world.

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    Bean
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonderful story. I just need to point out the forest isn’t infested with bears and wolves - they live there.

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    #39

    Chopped and Served

    Chef Gordon Ramsay with a funny weird fact about his prison cooking show and hiring an inmate in London restaurant.

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    Dave P
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was a show about teaching cooking skills to prisoners to give them a job when they get out to rehabilitate them. Ramsey runs a foundation for that and has led to thousands of ex-cons in the UK getting gainful employment when they get out.

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    #40

    Love Lost and Found

    Elderly Russian couple reunited after 60 years apart, a surprising weird fact about the world showing love and fate’s persistence.

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    #41

    Saving Two Lives With One Move

    Puppy lying on grass illustrating a weird fact about the world involving kidney transplants and stray animals.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's nice! I hope it saves many dogs.

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    #42

    Unbreakable Bond Moment

    Father saving son in hospital standoff after wrongful brain-dead declaration offers a fresh perspective on weird facts.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for you Dad! Glad he recovered. The gun was a little much but...it saved his life.

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    #43

    Genuine Kindness Counts

    Bob Ross smiling while painting a landscape, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique artist habits.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yet again, an amazing human. It's just sad that for every Bob Ross, we get 200 eejits.

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    #44

    Flipping the Script

    Three people smiling at an event, illustrating weird facts about the world and social perspectives from history.

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    #45

    Respect Changes Everything

    Prison inmates in orange uniforms sitting at a table illustrating weird facts about respect and humanity.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Being in jail doesn't mean you're automatically a bad person. :)

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    #46

    Classical Petty Moves

    Portraits of Mozart and Adriana Ferrarese del Bene with a weird fact about Mozart’s unique song for her.

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    #47

    Still Punching After 40 Years

    Sylvester Stallone with turtles from Rocky movie, an example of weird facts about the world over 40 years old.

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    #48

    Island Survivor Story

    German Shepherd dog that survived swimming 2 miles and living on mice, a weird fact about the world.

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    #49

    Spice Blend Goals

    Painting showing Colonel Sanders with a man on his back holding a drumstick, illustrating a weird fact about the world.

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    #50

    Starting Small, Dreaming Big

    Black and white photo of a young man with text about weird facts related to acting roles and paychecks.

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    Mazer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here is a list of people living in abject poverty before becoming famous Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Tiffany Haddish, Kat Graham, Chris Pratt, Annie Murphy, Amara La Negra, Chris Hemsworth, Chrissy Metz, Jennifer Lopez (who was homeless), Richard Madden, Ed Sheeran, etc etc etc. There are also people who became rich and/or famous and ended without a dime or roof over their heads

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    #51

    Forever a Mum Moment

    Elderly mother and son sharing a heartfelt moment, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique family bonds.

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    #52

    Heroic Ham Heroics

    Pig named Lulu saved owner by stopping traffic and helping during heart attack in a strange but true weird facts moment.

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    #53

    Queen’s Gambit Gets Real

    Woman standing on a giant chessboard holding a large chess piece, illustrating weird facts about the world and perspective.

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    #54

    Silent Heroes Remembered

    Monument in Russia honoring laboratory mice that died advancing scientific research, representing weird facts about the world.

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    #55

    Compassion By Law

    Sad dog behind a cage at a no-k**l German animal shelter highlighting weird facts about the world and animal laws.

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    #56

    Promises From a Young Prince

    Young Prince William with Princess Diana, illustrating a weird fact about the world and royal family dynamics.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Princess Diana was an amazing woman and a true humanitarian!

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    #57

    Nature’s Tiny Helpers

    Fish swim in water-filled rice fields demonstrating a weird fact about sustainable farming methods worldwide.

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    #58

    Double Trouble Hatchlings

    Two baby tortoises hatching together from one egg, showcasing weird facts about the world’s animal surprises.

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    #59

    When Justice Finally Hits

    Man in courtroom emotional after false charge dropped, illustrating weird facts about the world and unexpected life perspectives.

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    LunaLovegood987
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why so many rape victims are not believed. A personal fúck you to this woman and any other people who do this and cause the real victims to be ignored.

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    #60

    The Nightly Scream Ritual

    University students in Sweden participate in the nightly Flogsta scream tradition to relieve stress in their neighborhood.

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    Julieandthephatones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why do i really wanna try this rn? this sounds so cool👍

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    #61

    Last Act of Kindness

    Teenager from Connecticut fulfills bucket list by saving a life before a fatal car accident, a weird fact about the world.

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    #62

    Tradition Meets Tribute

    Queen breaking tradition at Buckingham Palace after 9-11 shows historic weird facts about the world and its unique moments.

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    Caro Caro
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a kind and thoughtful thing to do.

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    #63

    Timeless Pub Vibes

    Sean’s Bar in Ireland is the oldest bar in the world, serving since 900 AD, a weird fact about the world’s history.

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    Kassiopeia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do they serve beer from the oldest brewery of the world?

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    #64

    Courage Beneath the Surface

    Rescue diver in cave, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world that offers a fresh perspective on bravery and sacrifice.

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    #65

    Unstoppable in Sandals

    Three women on a podium after an ultramarathon, highlighting weird facts about the world and unusual athletic achievements.

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    #66

    Built for Friendship Forever

    Four Texas couples built their own neighborhood with tiny houses and a community cabin for hanging out together.

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    #67

    Hidden Gold Vault Surprise

    Vault filled with gold bars at the Bank of England illustrating weird facts about the world with surprising discoveries from history.

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    #68

    Giving Back Against All Odds

    Elderly Bulgarian man known for donating begged money to charities, highlighting unusual and inspiring weird facts about the world.

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    Feral Heart
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact: in Croatian "dobar/dobri" means "good"... Guess he really was a good man

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    #69

    Bug-Free Paradise

    Scenic road in Iceland with purple flowers and mountains, highlighting weird facts about the world and unique wildlife absence.

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    B-b-bird
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah... its cold enough :D but jokes aside, i wish to go there one day, must be amazing country

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    #70

    Unexpected Heroics at Sea

    Sea lion rescues man after Golden Gate Bridge jump in one of many weird facts about the world that inspire wonder.

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    #71

    Unexpected Lifesavers

    Group of men in suits and coats walking outdoors, illustrating weird facts about the world and unexpected humanitarian aid.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, shame about the whole extortion, sex trafficking, drug dealing side of it.

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    #72

    Roots of Resilience

    Tree found at ground zero after 9/11, symbolizing survival, resilience, and rebirth in New York City’s urban landscape.

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    #73

    Ocean’s silent bodyguards

    Dolphins circling a lifeguard and daughter to drive away a shark, a weird fact about the world’s animal behavior.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A male Humpback whale protected a diver from a Tiger Shark.

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    #74

    Defying All Odds

    High school student survived being sucked from airplane struck by lightning, falling 3.2 km still strapped to her chair.

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    rumade
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine the moment after landing where everything is still and you're there, strapped into your seat, in a corn field, wide eyed and windswept from the fall. Surreal

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    #75

    Vegas Tipping 101

    Man smiling in a suit with text about weird facts on tipping in Las Vegas involving a $5 and $100 chip.

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    Meg Curry
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not the first time he's been called out for not tipping well. Charles Barkley felt bad for a waitress stiffed by Michael and tipped her instead.

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    #76

    Sharp Shooter Skills

    Vintage photos of Annie Oakley with text showcasing weird facts about her incredible shooting skills worldwide.

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    #77

    Jealous Much, Pup?

    Image showing a study fact about dogs’ jealousy, featuring a couple and a husky with a snowy mountain background.

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    #78

    Respect Across Enemy Lines

    Black and white photo of Teddy Roosevelt’s son, accompanied by a weird fact about his military service in World War I.

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    Hugh Willie Mungous
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such honourable behaviour amongst airmen was common (on both sides) during WWI and even during WWII.

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    #79

    Silent Streets, Serious Minds

    Large group of South Korean students gathered outdoors on Suneung day, a weird fact about global exam silence traditions.

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    #80

    Walking Proof of Resilience

    Man hiking across a road with a cart and Love Life sign, illustrating weird facts about the world and resilience.

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    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel so bad for these parents. They do not get a closure.

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    #81

    Unlikely Heroes in the Sky

    WWII story of a German pilot saving a crippled American plane featuring weird facts about the world and history.

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    J. F.
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Charlie Brown and Franz Stiegler: The B-17 was heavily damaged and going down, but Brown was able to get it stable again. The german air field commander said that any pilot who shoots at parachutes will be executed, and Stiegler considered the barely flying plane as parachute. He flew so close the the machine that the AA batteries couldn't shoot without hitting Stiegler, and he signaled Brown to land - which he refused. Stiegler decided to escort them out of the hostile air space

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    #82

    Sweet Storm Brewing

    Coffee served with cotton candy cloud that melts and rains sugar, a unique weird fact about the world’s coffee culture in Shanghai.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A cafe in my area had this on the menu! I ordered it, of course, but it just turned out to be a hot chocolate with a huge wad of fairy floss dumped on top of the mug. Damn. (At least it was good fairy floss).

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    #83

    Respect Runs Deep

    Elderly man sitting on orange playground spring rider in park illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    rumade
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sucks for anyone with abusive parents :/

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    #85

    Melanism Mysteries Unveiled

    Black panther walking on grass with a weird fact about melanism from 120 weird facts about the world collection.

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    #86

    Unlikely Railroad Hero

    Black and white photo of a baboon employed as a railroad signalman showcasing weird facts about the world.

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    Ian Webling
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was in South Africa. The railway worker trained him after he he lost his legs. The baboon was paid in brandy.

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    #87

    Backyard Michelin Dreams

    A man created a top London restaurant using fake reviews and served microwaved food in his backyard.

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    Ola Pe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a documentary about it. Tells a lot about our mad social media condition

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    #88

    Playing Uncle Like a Pro

    Jay Leno standing beside a red Lamborghini Countach showcasing weird facts about the world with a unique school story.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Telling a lie is never good but perhaps the child was just trying to fit in. Sad that things like that happened but glad that Leno helped him out. Hopefully Leno told him about lying to people.

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    #89

    History in the Genes

    Reconstruction of 9,000-year-old Cheddar Man skeleton and his modern descendant shown side by side.

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    Donnie Mc00
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the likeness is incredible. I wonder if they reconstructed the face after meeting the Teacher?

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    #90

    Quiet Observers, Deep Thinkers

    Silhouette of a person sitting alone under a purple sky, illustrating weird facts about human social behavior and introverts.

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    Rissie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sad, lonely introverts... Such judgment. How about individuals who like to observe rather than act and join immediately. The human species thrives on finding patterns and experiencing new things, when in reality we are the novelty ourselves.

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    #91

    No Fooling Around

    Woman smiling and pointing at a BMW with a NOFOOL license plate in a weird facts about the world setting.

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    Dodo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly glad it wasn't a joke. That's punching down.

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    #92

    Master of Multiple Deals

    Two iPhone 7 devices stacked on c*****d ground with a weird fact about a woman in China using gifts to buy a house.

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    #93

    Coffee Cameo Hustle

    Brad Pitt cameo in Deadpool 2 paid with coffee, a weird fact about the world’s most unusual movie trivia.

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    #94

    Ancient Speed Secrets

    Fossilized human footprints in Australia showing 20,000-year-old weird facts about the world’s past discoveries.

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    #95

    Against All Odds

    Eminem’s unique Oscar win fact shown in a dark setting, illustrating weird facts about the world perspective.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be honest, he spent the time doing something better.

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    #96

    When Robots Meet Reality

    Hitchhiking robot hitchBOT with LED face and colorful arms holding a beer bottle, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Kerri Peek
    Community Member
    Premium
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate my own country so much. We are embarrassing.

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    #97

    Unexpected Bear Boss Energy

    Grizzly bear known as The Boss shows unusual behavior, a weird fact that offers a fresh perspective on the world.

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    alex mitchell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Needs to eat Springsteen for the title. There can be only one!

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    #98

    Still Waiting on That Party

    Skeleton lying on a couch illustrating one of the weird facts about the world involving a man found dead for decades.

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    #99

    Behind Every Legend

    Two men sitting on a couch, one making a hand gesture, illustrating weird facts about the world and freestyle battle history.

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    #100

    Thrones in Unexpected Places

    Iron throne covered in snow in a vast icy landscape, illustrating a weird fact about the world and hidden treasures.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one in the UK was found less than a mile from where I live.

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    #101

    Mosquitoes and Mic Drops

    Bill Gates holding jar of mosquitoes during TED talk illustrating weird facts about the world and malaria awareness.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Man, imagine being so rich that releasing mosquitoes into an auditorium gets you praise. On a serious note, I love Bill. He's done so much with the Foundation.

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    #102

    Racing Legends Never Quit

    Black and white photo of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford sitting on a porch, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    DC
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sweet, but ... but they were both bitter and mean persons. Henry Ford expressed he liked how germany was run in the thirties, being an antisemit as well, and Edison ... well, where to begin, where to begin ... has he ever invented anything himself, not just taking credit for what competitors and employees have come up with?

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    #103

    Degree Collector Extraordinaire

    Man with over 25 degrees sitting at a desk, showcasing weird facts about the world and extreme educational achievements.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Damn! I thought the 5 years I have spent was a long time in Uni!

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    #104

    Scary Success Story

    Surveillance-style image with a paranormal scene illustrating weird facts about the world’s most successful low-budget movie.

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also the sequel was filmed in the same house as the first movie - the director's house. But it looks different because he used his earnings from the first movie to add an extension and generally spruce the place up.

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    #105

    When Heroism Meets Hallucination

    Man breaks into burning home to save dog, later learns it was an LSD-induced hallucination, a weird fact about the world.

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    #106

    Still Dropping Wisdom

    Tree where Isaac Newton discovered gravity surrounded by a woven fence in a green park with other trees around.

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The thing about the apple hitting him on the head is a myth, however.

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    #107

    Four Flavors of Tipsy

    Group of people holding glasses of drinks in a toast, illustrating weird facts about the world and social behavior.

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    #108

    Inception Snacking

    Close-up of a Kit Kat broken in half, illustrating weird facts about the world with nested layers inside the chocolate bar.

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    #109

    Kids Rule These Streets

    Busy Tokyo street scene with pedestrians and vehicles illustrating weird facts about the world and global perspectives.

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    #110

    Living With The King

    Family in 1953 with pet lion indoors, showcasing one of the weird facts about the world that challenges perspective.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are more Tigers privately owned in the US than there are in their natural habitats.

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    #111

    Steeped in Cuteness

    Tea bag shaped like a goldfish swimming in a mug, illustrating weird facts about the world for a fresh perspective.

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    Rissie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "For best experience, use transparant container". Now it looks like a dead mouse in your cup at first glance...

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    #112

    Outcast by Color

    A rare ginger seal on rocky beach with other seals in distance, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    TheVioletDragon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Noooo! She can come live with me, a fellow ginger!

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    #113

    Unexpected Friendships

    Side-by-side photos of two men with text about a weird fact connecting them, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    #114

    Home Delivery, Then and Now

    Side-by-side images of a mail order house from 1916 and 2018 illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Marette
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did they include the Allen key?

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    #115

    Hangover Hack Uncovered

    Glass of banana milkshake with pink straw and a banana slice, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique remedies.

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    Kevin Gerke
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if you freeze the bananas first, it will be the same consistancy of a Wendy's Frosty. Soo good with a drop of vanilla.

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    #116

    Perfect for Cuddle Experts

    Couple sleeping on a love mattress designed for couples who enjoy sleeping on each other's arms, weird facts about the world.

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    Josephine
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would lose my phone in the mattress, every day.

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    #117

    End of an Era

    A man petting Sudan, the last male northern white rhino, with guards nearby in a dry outdoor setting under a dark sky.

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    #118

    Quick Checkmate Secrets

    Chessboard setup with a fact about weird facts in the world mentioning the Fool's mate winning in two moves.

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    T'Mar of Vulcan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The school I teach at played another school (we're both state/public schools but the other school always acted like they were better than other state schools) and they beat the pants off us using this move set. (I had not taught my chess kids this move set as I wanted them to develop their own strategies.) The next time we played that school, I had taught them the counter to it, so the next time we won. The next season that school suddenly "didn't have time" to play chess matches anymore.

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    #119

    When Fame Doesn’t Pay

    Man holding a rifle by the sea, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world that offer a fresh perspective.

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    #120

    Graduation by Disaster

    Students in graduation gowns throwing caps with black smoke from a burning university, illustrating weird facts about the world perspective.

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