This collection of cool facts is sure to entertain, no matter if you're searching for fun facts about Presidents and random facts for kids. For instance, did you know that the world's smallest bird nest is found in the hummingbird? A banana will also grow in negative geotropism which means it will grow upwards instead of outwards. There are also a few hummingbirds whose weight is as low as a penny.
You might be surprised to know that there is only one country in the world with a population smaller than Vatican City. It is actually the world's smallest country. Alaska is also home to no official languages. However, there are many communities that share the same language.
A fascinating fact about the United States is its largest collection of unique books. According to Google data, there are 129,864,880 unique books in the world. This is enough to meet all the country's needs.
You may have heard of Pinocchio's famous nose. But did you know it isn't the largest? It wouldn't be the largest, but it would have to expand! That's just one of the odd things about it.
You may have also heard of the world's largest ostrich, but did you know that it is only the size of an ostrich eye? Or that whole lemons contain more sugar than single strawberries. That a blue whale's core weighs in at over 400 lbs.
That's not all there is to it. Surprisingly, a polar bear can consume as much as 100 lbs of food in one go.
Another interesting fact is that a grizzly can run as fast a horse as it can. A grizzly bear can even hear a mouse move under snow. This one is a little more complicated than the last.
Also, the world's biggest ice cream sundae. Wisconsin's annual consumption of ice cream is 21 million gallons. There is also an authentic Dutch windmill.
The best thing about this particular ice-cream sundae? It's the only one in the world that has a license to hunt unicorns. The state of Wisconsin has 34.8 million acres of land. Fortunately, unicorns aren't common in this state.
And, while the ice-house-so-called-the-largest-the-world-has-ever-known-about-it isn't as cool as the world's largest ice cream sized ice-house, it is a fun fact that should be on your list of things to do.
Did you also know that the longest French fry in the world is 34 inches? There are some other interesting facts about this French fry. However, it is the difference in size that could explain the high sugar content.
Lastly, while the world's smallest hummingbird isn't very big, its nest is. While a banana might not be the biggest banana in the world it is definitely the largest.
FAQ
What is the most secretive town in the world?
You might be surprised at the answer. You might be uncomfortable with the truth of it, as it may challenge your perception of reality. However, there's a reason for this place to exist. It's not what we would expect.
It was called the City of God by ancient Greeks. It was called the City of Destruction by the Bible.
It's also known as Kashi (Kashmir) in India. It is also called Novgorod in Russia.
It is known as The Town That Disappeared in America.
A small community of 1200 people in western New York State vanished. With the exception of a road marker pointing to its former site, there were no remains: cars, bodies, houses.
This tiny town vanished without any trace. Some say it was swallowed up by the Earth. Others believe it was destroyed by a meteorite. Others claim it was taken away by aliens.
The people of this once-thriving community, however, are positive that the town won't disappear forever. They had just relocated to another town.
There is even a website dedicated to tracking the disappearance of the lost city of Zugspitz.
You might be wondering where this town went. It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze is situated on the border between Germany und Austria. Lake Zugspitze can be found just beyond the summit.
I have always been fascinated by the fact that so many towns have vanished, but some remain. What is the difference between some towns that disappear and others that survive? I decided to investigate.
I was interested in learning more about these mysterious towns that are disappearing. What causes a town to disappear? How does one place go extinct?
There are many theories to explain the phenomenon of disappearing towns. One theory holds that a town disappears if all its buildings are demolished. Another theory is that the town moves to another place. The third theory is that the town was never actually there.
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.
Why do actors end up on the blacklist?
When you're an actor, there's more rejection than when you're a writer. Actors are likely to be rejected often. But it doesn't matter because eventually, you'll find someone who loves you.
Actors have a lot of talent, so they can make a decent living almost anywhere. Actors don't really care about making money. Actors love acting, and love telling stories. Actors are likely to be outspoken.
Sometimes you may be told by the audition panel that you are too young, too old, or wrong for the role. Sometimes, you may lose an audition for a movie. That happens a lot.
After you've been cast, there may be 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 your character isn't real or authentic and you will be criticised. Maybe you play a gay man, and everyone thinks you're straight. You might play a tough woman, but she is very emotional.
Sometimes, they ask you to change your voice. Sometimes they ask for you to sound like a male or female. They usually want you sound better.
These criticisms should be ignored. Actors can feel like they have failed when they are told they did something wrong. But the truth is that they haven't done anything wrong.
They were not born with the talent that would make them famous. Sometimes, no matter what they do, they just don't fit the bill.
Blacklisting can happen for many reasons. Some people don't like actors. Others believe actors are lazy. Some actors may be cheaters.
It doesn't matter what reason it may be, you won’t be banned if you keep trying. There are plenty of jobs available and you'll find them.
Keep trying and you will eventually succeed.
What is the most fascinating fact about the human body
Two eyes, two ears and two nostrils are part of our bodies. We also have four limbs: a mouth, nose, penis, and four limbs. We have over 50 parts of our bodies. However, one thing is missing. A heart.
The heart is a pump which circulates blood throughout the 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 of an adult drinking 2 to 3 cups of coffee each day.
The heart pumps blood 24 hours a days, 365 days per year. While sleeping, your heart beats close to 100 times per minute.
Skin color can be used to determine if someone has a medical condition. The capillaries are tiny blood vessels that can be seen on the skin's surface. These small vessels carry blood away from the large blood vessels in the skin back 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 sticky and hardens, causing them to become very ill.
You can use a bandage to stop bleeding if your cut is severe. Blood must continue to flow to allow the wounds to heal properly. Doctors will insert a needle under the skin to access the vein near the injury. This allows blood to drain from the area.
The doctor may also insert catheters (catheters), into the artery at the site of the blood clot. This keeps the patient occupied until the clot is broken down naturally.
Is there a Hollywood blacklist.
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
The list is not made public. According to our knowledge, the names of these people aren't known. It matters because of this.
The reason for the secrecy is that the blacklisted actors and directors wouldn't be able to find jobs. This would result in studios losing money as the actors and directors would have to go out on their own. This would mean that they would cut back on movie production. This would result in fewer opportunities available for blacklisted filmmakers. They could go bankrupt.
This could eventually lead to more victims.
If someone attempts to make an Oscar-winning movie, they may be asked to sign a contract stating that they will not speak out against their employers. The same goes for any director or producer who wants to get nominated for an award.
It's no surprise that directors are often forced to take out scenes in their films by producers. Directors might threaten to leave projects that don't reflect their vision.
This is why Hollywood keeps a blacklist. If you are negative about your employer, you'll most likely go unemployed. This is bad news for anyone.
Many people have been wrongly accused. And they've had to fight to clear their name.
This kind of thing must stop before it can happen again. We must ensure that everyone has the right to express themselves freely.
We need to get rid of Hollywood's blacklist.
Statistics
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (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)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- 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)
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What is the scariest movie you've ever seen?
Ask 10 people and you'll get 10 different answers.
Some people love horror films. Others like sci-fi films. And then some prefer comedies.
No matter your tastes, everyone has seen some truly terrifying movies.
These are ten of most terrifying scary movies ever made, including the classic Halloween and the modern Paranormal Activity.
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"Cabin fever" - "Cabin fever" is one of the most terrifying zombie movies ever made. It portrays a virus that can cause humans to turn into zombies.
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"Thir13en Ghosts” - Based on the true tale of Jack the Ripper the "Thirteen Ghosts", features a group teenaged victims of ghost possession.
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"Pulse", a thriller, tells the story about a man held captive in his apartment by a violent crime spree. He must use only the items from his house to fight off his attackers.
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"The Descent", one of the earliest found footage horror films, "The Descent", follows a group exploring underground for an adventure. But things quickly go horribly sour once they arrive.
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"Get Out" - Jordan Peele is known for making one of the most frightening horror films ever made in 2017. "Get Out" shows a young, black photographer visiting his white family for the holidays. When he arrives, he discovers dark secrets come to light.
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"Paranormal Activity", 2007 - "Paranormal Activity," was one of the first found footage movies. The movie featured a new take on ghost stories starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition" is a Japanese word that means to present yourself before an audience, and be judged. Kiyoko, high school student, waits in anticipation to find out if her dream of becoming a pop singer will come true.
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"Saw" Series - After years of making low budget horrors, James Wan grew tired of coming up with ways to shock audiences. Jigsaw was created by Wan, who decided to take a break.
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"Tales From the Crypt", "Tales From the Crypt", "Tales From the Crypt," - "Tales From the Crypt", becomes more frightening with each passing year. Over the decades, Hollywood has released many sequels featuring the crypt keeper terrorizing various cities in the US.
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"Carrie" (1976). "Carrie", introduced viewers to Telekinesis, an amazing supernatural ability. Carrie White can move objects just by thinking about them.