The Perpetually Burning Waterfall of Eternal Flame Falls
A small grotto at the waterfall's base emits natural gas, which can be lit to produce a flame, thus named 'Eternal Flame Falls.' This flame is visible nearly year round, though it can be extinguished and must occasionally be re-lit.
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Pepper Pot: The Hearty Soup That Boosted Morale in War
During the Revolutionary War, a culinary concoction known as Pepper Pot soup played a key role in boosting the morale of George Washington's starving and freezing troops.
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Revolutionary Breakthrough: The Invention of Laminated Glass
Laminated glass, widely used in windshields to prevent shattering, was accidentally discovered by French artist and chemist Edouard Benedictus.
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The Strid: England’s Surprisingly Dangerous Stream
A picturesque, shallow-looking stream in Yorkshire, England, is actually one of the most dangerous bodies of water in the world.
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1816: The Year the World Experienced a Summerless Season
The year 1816 is known as 'The Year Without a Summer' because of severe climate abnormalities.
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Silent Melodies: The Rise of Noise-Free Karaoke Trends
Known as 'Hitokara', solo karaoke in Japan is performed in silence, without singing out loud, to respect the quiet atmosphere.
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Discovering the Unique Appeal of Canned Bread Delicacies
Canned bread, a WWII innovation, offers long-lasting convenience. Popular in New England and Japan, it's a unique, shelf-stable alternative to fresh bread.
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Ancient Network: Uncovering Stone Age Tunnel Mysteries
An intricate network of underground tunnels that spans across Europe to Turkey, which were built during the Stone Age.
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Discover the Unique Silence of the Barkless Basenji Dog
The Basenji dog breed, native to Central Africa, is famously known as 'the barkless dog' because it does not bark like other dogs. Instead, it makes unique vocalization sounds likened to yodeling or howling.
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Unusual Phenomenon: Fish Rainfall in Honduras Explained
In a small town in Honduras, Yoro, there's an annual phenomenon where fish seem to fall from the sky during heavy rain.
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Goats Were the Unexpected Pioneers in Discovering Coffee
The popular beverage coffee was reportedly discovered by goats in Ethiopia.
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The Vibrant Hue of Cochineal: Nature's Scale Insect Dye
Cochineal, a bright red dye, is derived from the crushed bodies of scale insects.
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Discover the Surprising History Behind Fortune Cookies
Contrary to popular belief, fortune cookies did not originate in China, but in early 20th century San Francisco.
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Exploring Alaska's Mysterious and Quiet Ghost Town
A peculiar phenomenon called 'the whispering of Alaska' creates an audibly silent city, despite its bustling activities.
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The Mysterious Voyage of the Baobab Tree on Water Waves
The Savuti Camp is home to a mystery: Namely, a fully-grown and living Baobab tree that floats on a lagoon with its roots partially submerged in the water.
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The Turkish Province That Changes Its Time Zone Twice a Year
Bayburt, a province in Turkey, uniquely changes its timezone twice a year.
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A Comprehensive Guide to the Iconic Lundby Dollhouse Series
In the late 1940s, miniature electrical fittings were not commonly available for use in dollhouses. This led to a unique contribution by the Swedish company Lundby to introduce fully electrified dollhouses.
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World's Only Functional Underwater Postbox for Ocean Mail
There is a fully functional post box located under water in Susami Bay, Japan.
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Ancient Egypt's Fascinating and Unusual Uses for Lettuce
In ancient Egypt, lettuce was not primarily eaten as a food but was instead regarded as an aphrodisiac and symbol of male fertility.
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The Enigmatic Currency of Yap: The Ancient Stone Money
Rai stones (also known as Yap stones) were used as a form of currency in the island of Yap in Micronesia and they are the world's largest coins.
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Tracing the Birth of Potato Chips: a Culinary History
Potato chips, the popular snack item, were actually created out of spite by a chef in the year 1853.
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The Rise of Kodokushi: Japan's Growing Loneliness Crisis
Kodokushi is a term in Japan for 'lonely death'. It refers to the increasing phenomenon of elderly people dying alone and undiscovered for a long period, especially in densely populated areas.
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Napoleon’s Unlikely Foe: The Rabbit Incident of 1807
In 1807, Napoleon Bonaparte was attacked by a horde of bunnies.
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Mystery of Gravity Hills: The Optical Illusion Explained
An optical illusion where a car appears to roll uphill against gravity on a slightly slope road, known as 'gravity hill'.
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