You'll be amazed at the facts behind every old tshirt and new invention. These are amazing facts that you wouldn’t expect to see anywhere else in the world. They all have a funny backstory. Here are 20 bizarre facts you might not know.
An ostrich can see more than a whole human brain with its one eye. It's also one of the fastest animals on earth. It can run around five times faster as a human. The animal can blink with both eyes. This amazing feat is not common in nature.
Galocher is French for "to kiss with tongues". It was first added to the Petit Robert French dictionary. A hammock swinging from the hammock could result in more N2 sleep.
Nutella sells 2.5 seconds per jar. It's a nutritionally rich food, high in antioxidants. The banana is also rich in a chemical called chlorophyll which makes it glow when it's exposed to ultraviolet light.
The human heart is approximately the size of a fist. It also uses around 200 muscles. It's one the few things that can use up to four to six times its daily weight. That's a lot energy.
Earth also has a lot water. It covers 70%. Only 1% of this water is accessible. Rest of it is hidden in snowfields and glaciers. We use only 0.07 percent of the water available on Earth.
The first aquarium was constructed in 1921. It was located in England. Ellis Island's busiest day in 1907 was April 17. It was also the location of the largest immigrant shipment. It was also home to a bubonic plague.
Although the Nutella jar isn't actually made of nuts, it's still a neat little fact. It's also the most expensive food in the world, which might surprise you.
The eye of the ostrich is larger than the brain. They are also the only mammals who can blink with both eyes. There are also five toes on the front of the animal's feet. These might make it easier for them to run faster. It also has unique ears and a nose. Its tongue prints can also be impressive.
There are a lot of things on Earth that you might not have thought of before. These 20 odd facts will blow your head.
In the 1920s, the British Empire was the largest in the world, occupying 13.7 million square miles of territory. It also controlled 23 percent of the world's population. It's home to the largest number, but not all, of pyramids in existence.
A worm can also eat as much as four to six times its body weight per day. The nose of the animal is ten times as good as a human's.
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What is the most secretive place in the world, and why?
The answer to that question may shock you. It could even make you uncomfortable, because it challenges how reality is perceived and lived. But there is a reason that this place exists. It isn't what you would expect.
It was also called the City of God in ancient Greek. It was called the City of Destruction by the Bible.
It's known in India as Kashi (Kashmir). It is called Novgorod (Russia).
Here in America, however, it is called The Village That Disappeared.
A small community of 1200 people in western New York State vanished. There were no bodies, cars or houses left behind, but a road sign that pointed to the former location was all that was left.
This little town disappeared, leaving no clues about where it went or when. Some say the earth swallowed it up. Others believe it was destroyed by a meteorite. Others believe that aliens took it.
Regardless of what happened, residents of this once-thriving town are certain that their town won't be forgotten forever. They just moved to another city.
Even a website exists to help track down the disappearances of the lost city Zugspitz.
You might be wondering where this town went. It's in Switzerland, actually!
You can find Zugspitze at the border of Austria and Germany. Lake Zugspitze lies just above the summit of the mountain.
It has always fascinated me that so many towns have disappeared, yet some still remain. Why does some vanish while others remain? I set out to find out.
I wanted to learn more about mysteriously disappearing towns. What causes a town to disappear? How can one place become extinct?
There are several theories behind the disappearing of towns. One theory is that a city disappears after all buildings have been demolished. Another theory suggests that the town simply moves somewhere else. A third theory claims that the town never existed at all.
Although theories may be a bit speculative, it is a fact that numerous towns have been destroyed by the elements. This video examines the past and present status of these areas.
What is the most mysterious location on Earth?
Antarctica is one of the most mysterious places on Earth.
Why is this place so amazing? Because it is unlike any place on Earth.
It is remote and difficult to reach. There is much more to this place than meets the eyes.
Some of the most bizarre wildlife species can also be found in this natural wonder.
Let's find out how this mysterious destination became so famous.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica is not known by anyone. Some believe it is "land of the ice". Others think it comes from Greek mythology.
Antarktis is the name Antarktis was given to an island in ancient Greece by Zeus' twin brothers. According to legend, one of the twins was born in winter. Thus, the term antarctic.
Others believe that the name is a combination of the Greek words anti and tropos which mean against and turn. This would be land turned away form the sun.
Whatever the reason Antarctica holds a special fascination, people have always loved it.
It is also the lowest, windiest continent, driest, and highest. It is too cold for trees, plants and animals.
Yet, this frozen wasteland is alive.
Here, 90 percent live of all species of living things. You can find approximately half the world's species of animal and plant plants here.
What is Antarctica? Here, water is frozen into ice rather than vaporizing into the air.
This causes large amounts of ice to float above ground.
These glaciers are responsible for covering 80% of the continent. And they're growing larger every year.
The Antarctic ice has grown 60 feet so far since 1960.
If the melting continues, the sea level will rise by up to 200 feet. This could lead to widespread flooding.
But not everyone thinks this is bad news. Some scientists claim that global warming could be good for us. According to scientists, global warming could be good for us because the melting of the ice sheets will accelerate, which can lead to floods that release toxic chemicals into our soil and bodies.
Others cautioned that this theory sounds too science fiction.
What is the reason actors are blacklisted?
An actor is more likely to get rejected than a writer. You will likely be rejected many times if you are an actor. It doesn't matter, because you will eventually find someone you love.
Actors are usually very talented, meaning they can make a living almost anywhere. However, most actors aren't interested in making money. Actors love to act and tell stories. If you are an actor, you will most likely put yourself out there.
It is possible to be told that you are not suitable for the role, or that you are too old or too young. Or you might audition for a movie and lose out to another person. This happens all the time.
Once you've been cast you might also be subject to criticism. People may tell you that your makeup looks terrible and you shouldn't use it. If you're lucky, you won't even hear negative comments.
Sometimes, you might be criticised for playing a role that isn’t authentic or realistic. Perhaps you're a gay man who everyone believes is straight. Or maybe you play a woman who is supposed to be tough, but she cries a lot.
Or maybe you're asked to change your voice. Sometimes they ask you to sound like either a boy or a girl. They want you to sound better most of the time.
These criticisms should be ignored. Actors often feel that they've failed if they are told they did something wrong. They haven't done any wrong.
They just weren't born with the talent that made them famous. They don't always fit the bill, no matter how hard they try.
There are many reasons an actor might be blacklisted. Some people don't like actors. Others feel that actors are lazy. Others believe actors cheat.
No matter what the reason, you won't be blacklisted if your persistence persists. There are plenty of roles out there, and you'll find them.
You'll succeed as long as you keep trying.
What is the most surprising fact about your body?
We have two eyes, two ears, two nostrils, four limbs, a mouth, a nose, and a penis. We have over 50 parts of our bodies. However, one thing is missing. The heart.
A heart is the pump that circulates blood throughout a body. Blood travels through the arteries and veins, carrying oxygen and nutrients to the cells and removing carbon dioxide and waste products.
The heart pumps out approximately 5 liters of blood per minute. This is equivalent in daily coffee consumption to an adult who consumes approximately 2 to 3 cups.
Blood flows throughout the heart 24 hours per day, 365 Days a Year. While sleeping, your heart beats close to 100 times per minute.
Because of the color and texture of their skin, you can tell if someone is healthy or sick. You can see tiny blood vessels, called capillaries, when you look closely at the skin. These tiny vessels transport blood from the larger blood vessels to the heart. The skin turns purple or blue when there is a blockage in blood flow.
Red blood cells are not available to sickle cell patients. Their blood becomes very sticky and hardened, leading to serious illness.
Bandages are used to stop bleeding after you have cut yourself. For wounds to heal properly, blood must flow. Doctors will insert a needle under the skin to access the vein near the injury. This allows the blood to drain from the injured area.
Doctors can also insert catheters into the artery close to the area where the bloodclot has formed. This helps to keep the patient alive until the blood clot disintegrates naturally.
Statistics
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked all of the world
Nothing is more shocking that seeing someone be famous for their wrong reasons. There's nothing more shocking than watching someone fall from grace.
The best thing about watching how an industry reacts when it makes mistakes is the best part. Many celebrities have used alcohol and drugs in excess. Some even died young because of it.
The worst thing is when these stars are made public about their problems and shunned. That's where we found ourselves last week.
Heath Ledger, after a long and successful professional career, finally gave in to his demons. After a short battle with death, Heath Ledger succumbed to prescription pills.
His friends and family struggled to accept the loss of his son, while the media blasted him openly.
Heath was once thought to be one the greatest actors of all time. Two Academy Awards nominations were given to Heath for his role in Brokeback Mountain.
Heath not only acted, but also wrote and directed films including A Knight's Tale. Monster's Ball. Iron Man.
Hollywood loved Heath. But he was too big for his boots. He started taking drugs and drinking heavily. He ended up in rehab and became clean.
Now that he was sober, he wanted to make amends. He made a documentary called "Room 237," that chronicled the making and release of The Shining. The film was originally supposed to be released in this year's theaters, but it will not make its way into the cinemas until next year.
Heath was unsuccessful in his attempts to get back into Hollywood. In fact, he was arrested twice on drug charges.
We don't believe Heath should have been allowed to go back into the entertainment industry. It would have been nice, however, if he had received some help before things got out of control.
We hope Heath's story warns others who might think they can still have it all.