No Takers For Indonesian 'Pluck A Tire Off A Croc' Contest
Let's say, you happen across a 13-foot crocodile wearing a bicycle tire as a necklace. If there were a contest to pluck that tire off its neck, would you enter?
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The Truth Behind Bruce Lee's Iconic Yellow Jumpsuit
Of the many students who trained under the grandmaster Ip Man, none are as famous as Bruce Lee. And if Bruce Lee is the most iconic martial artist in cinematic history, the outfit that he will always be remembered in is the yellow tracksuit he wore in Game of Death, his final performance.
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Deaf Jams: How Beethoven Was Able To Hear His Final Symphony
There is evidence that Beethoven retained at least partial hearing in his left ear until shortly before he passed away.
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Baboon Recreates Iconic Lion King Scene
Today, we can take comfort in the potential for a more magical tomorrow, as a baboon in South Africa has re-enacted the opening of The Lion King with a baby lion.
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Beer Can Guides Owner To Dog Missing Since 2017
Have you ever heard the saying about things going "from bad to worse?" This is not one of those stories. It involves beer, lost dogs, and eventually, a happy ending.
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Why Is Housing So Expensive?
For many people, it takes most of a paycheck just to make rent. Why is housing so darned expensive?
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Takeout Noodles Lead To Invention Of Synthetic Tissue
We can now add a new entry to our unofficial Noodle Hall of Fame: Noodles have inspired a brand new, super-tough, flexible synthetic tissue that is able to heal from damage and even "defend itself." Now that's impressive.
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'World's Worst Cat' Has Found A Home
A cat deemed "the world's worst" has found a home, proving that anything is possible.
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'Mathematicians, Geeks' Celebrate A Rare Palindrome Day
This particular year features one particular date that gives "mathematicians and geeks" chills. We're talking, of course, about 02/02/2020, a date that gave us events such as the Super Bowl and the Groundhog Day. Its eight digits double as a palindrome -- an extremely rare occurrence.
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The Untold Truth Of Groundhog Day
Have you ever felt like your life was so pointlessly repetitive that you felt tempted to punch a clock to death? That's what Groundhog Day does to you. Here's how it all got started.
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The Untold Truth Of The Mini-Human-On-A-Chip
To make an omelet you have to break a few eggs, but to make a pharmaceutical you have to break the bank. But that may change, thanks to a team of eggheads at Harvard and Tel Aviv University who have managed to reproduce a human via tiny chips.
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How Pablo Escobar's Former Hippos Are Ruining Colombia
To say that Colombian cartel kingpin Pablo Escobar was prone to excess would be putting it mildly. At the time of his death in 1993 Escobar was worth an estimated $30 billion and he was not one to conceal his immense wealth. So he bought hippos. Now, they're ruining Colombia.
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The Most Dangerous Active Serial Killer In 2020
What about the active serial killers still walking? Who is the worst boogeyman, still hard at work, who will inspire the next generation of blockbuster content?
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The Untold Truth Of Moses
There's more to Moses than then Ten Commandments, and a lot of it is incredibly strange. If all you know about God's number one boy is Prince of Egypt or Charlton Heston in a wig, here are some lesser-known facts about Moses.
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The Untold Truth Of The Beastie Boys
The Beastie Boys — three friends from New York who became one of the biggest rap acts of all time — never took themselves too seriously, and the group's story remains remarkable. So make some noise and ch-check out this sure shot of the history of Brooklyn's finest, the Beastie Boys.
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CIA's Mysterious Kryptos Sculpture Has A New Clue
Cryptographers around the world have reason to rejoice, as one of the world's finest mysteries is one step closer to being solved -- or is it? Here's the news on the CIA's Kryptos sculpture.
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The Weirdest Dog Breed In The World
Canine companions have stayed by humanity's side for countless generations, and millions of Dalmatians, bloodhounds, and Shiba Inus populate the globe, of all shapes and sizes. Of all these dogs, though, which one is the weirdest?
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The Truth About Ben Afquack, The Drumming Duck
Most famous ducks ruffle people's feathers on account of some severe character defect or unsavory behavior. However, in 2020, the internet fell in love with a duck who had no apparent shortcomings. That seemingly flawless fowl is, of course, Ben Afquack, the drumming duck.
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Why Are Koi Fish So Expensive?
A premium koi fish is like an expertly cut diamond or a Robert Downey, Jr movie: it's expensive because a lot of talented people worked hard to create it, but not necessarily because it's objectively amazing. So why are koi fish so expensive?
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The Untold Truth Of Pearl Jam
Putting the music first but standing up for their rights when necessary, Pearl Jam has raged both inside and outside of the machine for three decades, and its members have a lot of stories to tell. Here's a look into the legendary and untold truth of Pearl Jam.
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The Untold Truth Of Jimmy Buffett
Jimmy Buffett has lived a colorful life. So today, we're finally going to find that lost shaker of salt as we look at the untold truth of Jimmy Buffett.
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'World's Worst Cat' Up For Adoption, Free Of Charge
If you're living in North Carolina and looking for a way to make your life even worse on a budget, then great news. The Mitchell County Animal Rescue is currently offering a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a terrible cat. And lucky you, they're giving her away for free.
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The Most Extreme Poisoning Cases In History
Poison has had a major impact on history. It's taken out world leaders, caused massive casualties, and changed government policies. From ancient Rome to 1980s Chicago, here are the most extreme poisoning cases in history.
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The Bizarre History Of Ellis Island
Imagine what walking through Ellis Island must have been like—a chaotic hustle and bustle of people feeling equal parts fear and hope, the chatter in different languages. But it didn't always look like that: Ellis Island has changed a lot over the years. This is the bizarre history of Ellis Island.
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What Does The Bible Say About Ghosts?
The Bible describes a variety of fantastical creatures, including dragons and a seven-headed beast, so it would be weird if ghosts got snubbed from the good book. But what does the Bible say about them?
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The Untold Truth Of Black Holes
Black holes are nothing like they've been depicted in science fiction.
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China To Ban Plastic Bags, Other Items
The People's Republic has been taking action to confront the pollution problem, cut down the smog, and has become proactive about mitigating climate change.
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