The Astonishing Blue Hues of Rainbow Eucalyptus Trees
Rainbow Eucalyptus Trees (Eucalyptus deglupta) shed their bark in strips, revealing unique vibrant hues beneath.
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Exploring the Mysterious Submerged Ruins of Yonaguni City
Off the southeastern coast of Taiwan lies a fascinating underwater topography that has baffled scientists and explorers.
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Serendipitous Discovery of Mauve: The Birth of a Modern Hue
The color mauve was accidentally discovered in 1856 by a British chemist named William Perkin who was trying to synthesize quinine for the treatment of malaria.
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Origins of Emoji: Birth of the First Digital Pictogram
Contrary to popular belief, The first known use of an emoji-like form wasn't on the smartphones but was used in 1881 by a satirical magazine named Puck Magazine.
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How Teflon Was Unexpectedly Discovered by Chemists
Teflon, known for its non-stick properties widely used in cookware, was accidentally invented by a chemist Roy Plunkett while he was trying to develop a new type of refrigerant.
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Prison Houdini the Man Who Escaped Prison 14 Times
Cho Seong-jin, a South Korean criminal known for his talent of escaping prison has managed to escape confinement a total of 14 times.
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The Enigmatic Phenomenon of the 'Humphry Davy Effect'
'Humphry Davy Effect' refers to the phenomenon where scientific discoveries are often named after the second person who discovered them, not the first.
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Meet the Wwii Deception Masters: The Ghost Army's Story
During WWII, the U.S. army deployed a deceptive unit known as the Ghost Army which used inflatable tanks and sound effects to fool enemies.
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The Enigmatic Fish That Loves to Gaze at the Stars
Astyanax mexicanus, a species of blind cavefish, has evolved to develop the ability to 'see' in the dark using its lateral line system.
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Harmonious Waves: The Mesmerizing Sound of the Sea Organ
In Zadar, Croatia, there is a sea organ which plays music by way of sea waves and tubes located underneath a set of large marble steps.
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How Potato Chips Evolved from a Simple Culinary Accident
The potato chip, a snack loved worldwide, was supposedly invented out of a customer's annoyance in Saratoga Springs, New York, in the year 1853.
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Discover the Silent Sanctuary: The Quietest Room Ever Built
'Orfield Laboratories' in Minneapolis, Minnesota, holds the Guinness Book record for 'the quietest place on earth'.
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Unraveling the Mysteries of the Strawflower Centipede Puzzle
A unique species of centipede was discovered by accident in strawflower artworks
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How a Surprising Mishap Led to the Creation of Safety Glass
Safety glass, widely used in car windshields today, was an accidental discovery by French chemist Édouard Bénédictus in 1903.
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Timepiece Endures: The Watch That Withstood Atomic Blast
A Seiko pocket watch survived the atomic bombings in Hiroshima, and it is still functional.
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Unveiling Epping Forest's Concealed Wwii Bomb Craters
In the verdant beauty of the Epping Forest in London, there are hidden World War II bomb pits which were dug as part of Britain's air defense strategy during the war.
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The Surprising Origins of the Popular Pink Lemonade Drink
The popular drink, Pink Lemonade, was accidentally discovered in the 19th century due to a washing mishap.
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The Mysterious Green-Skinned Children of Woolpit Legends
In the 12th century, two children, a boy, and a girl with completely green skin were found in Woolpit, England.
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The Old War Office Building Has More Than 1, 000 Rooms
In London, the Old War Office Building—used by the British government's former department responsible for administration of the Army—has a staggering amount of more than 1,000 rooms.
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The Untold Story of Courageous Radium Dial Painters
In the early 20th century, so-called 'Radium Girls' contracted radiation poisoning from painting watch dials with self-luminous paint, resulting in significant implications for worker's rights.
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The Unstoppable Legend of the Unsinkable Amphibious Car
A Citroën model car can float in water due to its design and build
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How Pound Cake Earned Its Name from a Classic Recipe Formula
The pound cake originated from the UK, with its name deriving from the original recipe.
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Surprising Invention Timeline: Lighter Preceded the Match
Though it seems counter-intuitive, the invention of the lighter predates the familiar friction match by several decades.
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Unveiling Barbie's True Identity: What's Her Real Name?
Barbie has a full name that isn't commonly known.
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