Exploring the Ketsueki-Gata Personality Theory in Japan
In Japan, asking for one's blood type, or Ketsueki-gata is as common as asking for an astrological sign in Western countries. This is based on the belief that someone's blood type affects their personality.
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Bob Ross's Tv Masterpieces Generously Donated to the Public
Almost all of Bob Ross's landscape paintings, created for his PBS show 'The Joy of Painting,' are stored in a Smithsonian warehouse.
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Silent Duck: Innovating Therapy with Stealth Techniques
Stanford University coined the term duck syndrome, which describes the condition of falsely appearing calm and composed on the surface while internally experiencing distress or struggle.
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Catastrophic Molasses Spill: a Sticky Disaster in History
A large molasses storage tank burst and flooded the city in Boston in 1919.
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Istanbul and Its Street Cats: Unique Symbiotic Relationship
Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey, is famous for its thousands of street cats that freely roam the city and are cared for by residents.
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Wildlife Bridges: Enhancing Safety for Animals on Highways
Architectures built to safeguard wildlife from traffic are in practice across the world. These bridges are designed so that animals can cross highways without risking their lives.
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Discover the Unique Beauty of Glass Beach in California
In the early 20th century, residents of Fort Bragg, CA, used their coast as a dump. Over time, nature transformed the waste into Glass Beach, covered in smooth, colorful glass pebbles.
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The Surprising Flammability Factor of Chocolate Revealed
One might never associate the sweet delight, chocolate with fire hazards. Strangely enough, powdered chocolate is highly combustible under certain conditions.
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Mysterious Fairy Circles: Nature's Enigmatic Phenomenon
Fairy circles are a strange natural phenomenon that consist of small patches of barren land in grassy areas, most commonly seen in the deserts of Southern Africa but also spotted elsewhere
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Unveiling the Hidden Secrets of the White House Enclave
During World War II, a secret city was built in Tennessee, which was not shown on the map and housed around 75,000 residents.
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The Curious Case of Cows Struggling with Stairs and Steps
A cow on stairs is absurd due to its weight, leg structure, poor depth perception, and discomfort in narrow spaces, highlighting the need for proper cattle handling.
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Record-Holding Duration for Longest Documented Pregnancy
The longest verifiable pregnancy lasted for an astonishingly lengthy 375 days as opposed to the typical 280 days.
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The Most Mysterious Manuscript: The Voynich Manuscript
The Voynich Manuscript is a detailed 240-page book written in an entirely unknown language or script, filled with colorful drawings of alien plants, naked women, and astrological symbols.
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Explore Alnwick's Deadly Beauty: The Poison Garden Awaits
The Alnwick Poison Garden in England features 100 deadly plants, offering guided tours that highlight their toxic properties and historical uses. Extreme caution is advised.
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Moonflower: Captivating Blooms That Light up the Night Sky
While most plants bloom during the daytime, the Moonflower plant (ipomoea alba) opens its blossoms only at night.
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Ancient Romans Employed Urine as a Teeth Whitening Method
Urine, particularly human urine, was used by the Romans as mouthwash and toothpaste, integral to their hygiene routine, to whiten their teeth.
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Discover the Unique Fangs of the Chinese Water Deer Species
The Chinese water deer is distinctive due to the tusks or elongated canine teeth, that are more reminiscent of a saber-toothed cat than a deer.
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The Unique Anatomy of the Echidna's Four-Headed Penis
Echidnas, also known as spiny anteaters, have a four-headed penis. Only two heads are functional during mating.
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Beware the Strid: England's Surprisingly Treacherous River
The Bolton Strid in Yorkshire, England, is a small, idyllic stream that is part of the River Wharfe, but it's considered one of the deadliest bodies of water in the world.
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Unsolved Mystery: The Chilling Hinterkaifeck Murders Case
A baffling mystery from early 20th century Germany that involved the gruesome murder of a family in their isolated farmhouse.
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Understanding the Mad Hatter Syndrome: Causes and Effects
Not a literary invention, the Mad Hatter syndrome was a real condition that affected hatmakers in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Discover the Unique Floating Post Office on Dal Lake
In India, a unique floating post office is located on Dal Lake, Srinagar.
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Stravinsky's Controversial Performance Instigates a Riot
The premiere of Igor Stravinsky's ballet 'The Rite of Spring' in 1913 reportedly caused a riot.
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