There are some facts that will blow you away, no matter if it's an old shirt or a new invention. They're things that you wouldn't normally expect to see in the ordinary world. All of them have a funny story. Here are 20 weird facts that you might not have heard of.
An ostrich has an eye that is bigger than a whole brain. It's also one of the fastest animals on earth. It can run around five times faster as a human. It can blink with both its eyes. This feat is rare in nature.
Galocher is French for to kiss with tongues. In 2014, a rocking motion from a hammock would result in longer N2 sleep.
Nutella sells for 2.5 seconds every time. It's a nutritionally rich food, high in antioxidants. It also contains a chemical called chlorophyll, which makes the banana glow under UV lights.
The human heart is about the size of a fist, and it uses about 200 muscles. It's one of the few things that use four to six times its weight every day. That's a lot energy.
Earth also has a lot water. It covers 70%. Only one percent of that water can be found. Rest of it is hidden in snowfields and glaciers. We also use only 0.007% of the water that is available on Earth.
1921 was the year that the first aquarium was established. It was in England. Ellis Island's busiest date in 1907 was April 17th. It was the place where the largest number of immigrants arrived. It was also the home of the bubonic plague.
Despite the fact that the jar of Nutella isn't actually a nut, it still qualifies as a nifty little fact. You might not know that Nutella is also one of the most expensive food on the planet.
The ostrich's eye is bigger than the brain, and they're also the only mammals that can blink with both eyes. The animal's front foot has five toes. These may help them run faster. This animal has an unusual nose and ears. Its tongue prints can also be impressive.
There are many amazing things in the world that you may have not known. Here are 20 strange facts that will blow the mind.
The British Empire occupied 13.7 million square mile of territory in the 1920s. It also controlled 23 Percent of the entire world's population. It's home to the largest number, but not all, of pyramids in existence.
Another amazing fact about worms is their ability to eat anywhere from four to six times their weight each day. A worm's nose is also 10 times more powerful than that of a human.
FAQ
Why do actors end up on the blacklist?
When you're an actor, there's more rejection than when you're a writer. If you're an actor, you'll probably get rejected a lot. 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. Most actors don't care about making money. They love acting, and they love telling stories. If you are an actor, you will most likely put yourself out there.
Even worse, you might be told you are too young or too old to play the part. Sometimes, you may lose an audition for a movie. This happens all the time.
Once you've been cast you might also be subject to criticism. Many people will tell you you look horrible or that you shouldn't be wearing make-up. If you're lucky, you won't even hear negative comments.
Sometimes, your performance as a fictional character can be ridiculed. Perhaps you play a homosexual man and everyone thinks that you're straight. Perhaps you play a woman that is supposed to be strong but who cries a lot.
Sometimes, they ask you to change your voice. Sometimes they ask you to sound like a guy or a girl. Most times, though, they want you to sound better.
To ignore criticisms is the best way to respond. Actors sometimes feel like failures when they hear they were wrong. They haven't done any wrong.
They just weren't born with the talent that made them famous. Sometimes they don't fit that bill no matter how hard or if they try.
There are many reasons an actor might be blacklisted. Some people don't like actors. Others feel that actors are lazy. Others still believe that actors cheat.
Whatever the reason, it's important to realize that you will not get blacklisted if you keep trying. There are many opportunities for you to find your role.
Keep trying and you will eventually succeed.
What dark secrets are there in Hollywood?
Hollywood is filled with secret societies. There are many secret societies in Hollywood. Some are cult-like, where members adhere to strict rules and rituals. Others are clubs for people who share similar interests.
Some of the most powerful organizations in the industry are even more dangerous. These include the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), the organization that sets film ratings and RIAA(Recording Industry Association of America), the company that sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions/guilds also represent actors and directors as well as writers, producers, and so forth. The majority of major television networks and movie studios are owned by large corporations.
It doesn't really matter how secretive an organization may appear, there is always someone who knows exactly what they do. But we don't have to fear them.
Instead, we should embrace and celebrate them. Because they offer us information that can help us make better decision.
These experts tell us which movies are most likely to succeed, which songs will be in demand, and what books will sell the best.
They help us make decisions about what we will buy, watch, listen to, or read.
We can trust our advisors and ignore advice that isn't in accord with our tastes.
Because we have chosen to ignore their power, they are even more powerful. They are the supreme arbiters of taste.
They can be ignored if you don’t like what they have to say.
Let's take a closer look at some of the less-known, yet still very real Hollywood secret clubs.
And see why they're so important.
Is there a Hollywood blacklist of actors?
There is an Hollywood blacklist.
However, the list isn’t public. We don't know the names. It matters because of this.
The reason for the secrecy is that the blacklisted actors and directors wouldn't be able to find jobs. The studios would be out of business as they lose money. Which means they'd cut back on spending money on movies. This would result in fewer opportunities available for blacklisted filmmakers. They would then go bankrupt.
This could lead to more victims.
In other words, if someone is trying to make an Oscar winning movie, they might have to sign a contract that says they won't speak openly against their employers. The same goes for any director or producer who wants to get nominated for an award.
That's why you hear stories about how producers pressure directors to remove scenes from their films. Directors threaten to abandon projects that don’t conform to their vision.
This is why Hollywood has a blacklist. If you speak negatively about your employer, you will likely be fired. That's bad for everyone.
It is not uncommon for people to be falsely accused. They have had to fight for their freedom.
We need to stop this kind of thing before it starts happening again. Everyone should have the right to speak freely.
We need to get rid of Hollywood's blacklist.
How does your brain control your body's functions?
The brain communicates with other organs to ensure their cooperation. Your body's functions are controlled by your brain. It tells you your stomach to digest food; your lungs to inhale air; and it tells you your arms and legs how to move.
Your brain consists of billions of nerve cells connected in groups called neurons. Action potentials, which are electrical signals sent by neurons to each other via axons, allow them to communicate with one another. Every neuron has a cell wall around its nucleus. Inside the membrane are channels that allow ions such as sodium and potassium to enter and leave the cell. The neuron is lit by an electric charge created by the movement of ions.
When a neuron is activated, neurotransmitters release chemicals into the space between it and the next neuron. Neurotransmitters bind with receptors on the second nerve cell, opening ion channel channels to allow ions in and out. The second neuron also fires.
Neurotransmitter releases occur when a presynaptic neurons receives an input from another neuron. The impulse travels along the synaptic pathway that connects both neurons. The transmitter binds at the receptors of the post-synaptic Neuron and triggers its firing.
For communication within the nervous systems, neurotransmitters are essential. They also coordinate activity between different brain parts.
Statistics
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (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)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (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)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked all of the world
It's shocking to see someone make a name for themselves. 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.
But the worst part is when those same stars go public with their problems and are shunned by everyone. We found ourselves in that situation last week.
After a long and successful career, Heath Ledger finally succumbed to his demons. He overdosed on prescription pills, and after a brief battle with death, he passed away.
His family and his friends struggled with the news and the media went after him.
Heath was once thought to be one the greatest actors of all time. Two Academy Awards nominations went to Heath for his performance on Brokeback Mountain.
Heath, in addition to acting, also wrote and directed films such as A Knight's Tale (Monster's Ball) and Iron Man (3).
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.
After he had gotten sober, he decided to make amends. He produced a documentary called Room 237 that documented the making process of The Shining. It was supposed to be released this year, but now it won't hit theaters until next year.
Heath tried unsuccessfully to get into Hollywood again, but nothing happened. He was actually arrested twice for drug charges.
While we aren't saying Heath shouldn't have been allowed back in the show business, But it would have been nice to get some help before things spiralled out of control.
We hope Heath’s tale will be a wakeup call to anyone who may believe that they can still have all.