This collection of fun facts and trivia about Presidents will delight you. Did you know that the smallest bird nest in the world is home to a hummingbird? Negative geo-tropism is the growth of bananas upwards, rather than outwards. You also might not know that there are a few hummingbirds that weigh as little as a penny.
You may be surprised to learn that the Vatican City is the only nation in the world where there are less than 200,000 people. It is actually the world's smallest country. It might surprise you to know that Alaska has no official languages. The state does however have communities that speak the same language.
Another interesting fact is that the United States has the largest number of unique books in the world. Google data shows that there are 129.864,880 unique books worldwide. This is enough for the entire country.
It's possible that you have heard of Pinocchio, but did know that it isn’t the biggest. If it were, it would grow! This is not the only peculiar thing about it.
The world's largest ostrich may be something you have heard about. But did you know it was only half the size of an ostrich eye! Or that there is more sugar in a whole lemon than in a single strawberry? Blue whales' hearts weigh over 400 pounds.
And that's not the only thing in the world that has nine brains. Surprisingly, a polar bear can consume as much as 100 lbs of food in one go.
But there's another strange fact that is just as interesting: a grizzly bear can run as fast as a horse. It can also hear the sound of a mouse walking under snow. This one is a little more complicated than the last.
Also, the world's biggest ice cream sundae. Wisconsin has 21 million gallons each year of icecream. The state also has a Dutch windmill.
The best thing about this particular Ice Cream Sundae is that they have a license for hunting unicorns. Wisconsin is home to 34.8 million acres. Unicorns are not 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.
Finally, did you realize that the world's longest French fries are 34 inches in length? Well, there are a couple of other fun facts about this French fry, but it's the size difference that may explain the sugar content.
Finally, the nest of the world’s smallest hummingbird (or hummingbird) is not very large. While a banana might not be the biggest banana in the world it is definitely the largest.
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Is there a more mysterious place than the Earth itself?
Antarctica is the world's most mysterious place on Earth.
Why is this place so amazing? Because it is unlike any other spot on Earth.
It is difficult to access because it is remote and extremely isolated. But there is more to this site than meets the eye.
Some of the most bizarre wildlife species can also be found in this natural wonder.
Let's look at how this extraordinary destination became so mysterious.
Antarctica, The South Pole
Antarctica's name is a mystery. Some say it means "land on ice." Others believe it comes from Greek mythology.
Antarktis was an ancient Greek name that was given to the island where Zeus and his twin brothers, Zeus. According to legend, one of the twins was born in winter. The term antarctic is derived from this.
Others believe that the name comes from the Greek words anti meaning against and tropos meaning to turn. This would mean that the land was turned away by the sun.
Whatever the reason Antarctica has always been a fascination for people.
It is the continent with the lowest, windiest and highest temperatures. There are no trees, plants, or animals here because it is too cold.
This frozen wasteland is still alive.
About 90 percent of all living things on Earth live here. There are about 50% of the world's animal, plant and plant species.
And what makes Antarctica such a unique environment? Here water freezes to ice and not evaporates into the atmosphere.
This creates large masses of ice that float above the ground.
These glaciers are responsible for covering 80% of the continent. They continue to grow in size each year.
The Antarctic ice sheet has grown 60ft since 1960.
The sea level could rise to 200 feet if the melting continues. This could lead to widespread flooding.
But not everyone thinks this is bad news. Global warming may be beneficial for some scientists. They believe that global warming will lead to melting ice sheets faster and floods that can flush toxic chemicals out of our soils and bodies.
Others warn that this theory sounds like something out of a science-fiction movie.
What is the most secretive location in the entire world?
The answer to that question may shock you. It might even make you uncomfortable because it challenges our perception of reality and how we live. There is a reason this place exists and it's not as you might expect.
It was also called the City of God in ancient Greek. It was also called the City of Destruction in the Bible.
In India, it's called Kashi (Kashmir). It's also known as Novgorod in Russia.
However, in America it is called The Town that Disappeared.
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 little community vanished and no trace remains to indicate where or when it disappeared. Some say the earth swallowed it up. Others believe it was destroyed by a meteorite. Still, others say aliens took it away.
Despite what may have happened, the people who lived in this once-thriving area are confident that their town will not be lost forever. They had just moved to a new town.
A website is available to track the disappearance and recovery of Zugspitz, which was lost in the Great Depression.
The question is, where did this place go? It's in Switzerland, actually!
The border of Austria and Germany is at Zugspitze. The lake Lake Zugspitze is just beyond the mountain's summit.
It has always fascinated and astonished me to see how many towns have vanished but still exist. Is it possible that some towns disappear and others are preserved? I decided to investigate.
I wanted to learn more about mysteriously disappearing towns. What causes a town to disappear? What makes a place disappear?
There are many theories to explain the phenomenon of disappearing towns. One theory says that a town disappears when all the buildings are demolished. Another theory is that the town moves to another place. 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 both the history and current status.
Is there any Hollywood blacklist for actors?
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
But, the list has not been made public. The names are not known to us. Here's why this matters.
The secretive nature of the information is due to the fact that actors and directors on blacklist won't be in a position to find work. The studios would be out of business as they lose money. It would mean they would reduce their expenditure on movies. This would result in fewer opportunities available for blacklisted filmmakers. They would then go bankrupt.
This could 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. This applies to any producer or director who wishes to be nominated.
This is why you'll hear about directors being pressured by producers to take scenes out of their films. Directors might threaten to leave projects that don't reflect their vision.
This is why Hollywood has created a blacklist. You'll likely become unemployed if you say bad things about your employer. This is bad news for anyone.
The problem is that many people have been 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.
Also, we must take down the Hollywood blacklist.
What are the darkest secrets of Hollywood?
Hollywood is filled 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.
There are also other, more evil organizations that control large parts of the industry. These include companies like the MPAA ("Motion Picture Association of America"), which determines film ratings. The RIAA ("Recording Industry Association of America") sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions, guilds, and associations represent actors, writers, producers, editors, and other creative professionals. Large corporations own most major studios and networks of television.
It doesn't matter how secretive a group might seem, someone somewhere knows what they are doing. But we don't have to fear them.
Instead, we should embrace these facts. Because they can help us make better decisions.
These people tell us what movies and songs will succeed, and which books will sell best.
They allow us to make informed decisions about what we buy, watch and listen to.
Because we can trust them, we can ignore their advice when it conflicts with our tastes.
And because we've chosen to ignore them, they become even more powerful. They are the supreme arbiters of taste.
You can ignore them if they don't agree with you.
Let's take a closer look at some of the less-known, yet still very real Hollywood secret clubs.
You can see why they are so vital.
Statistics
- 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)
- "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)
- 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)
- 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)
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What is the scariest movie?
You're likely to get 10 different answers if you ask people about the most frightening movies.
Some people love horror films. Others prefer sci-fi flicks. Then there are those who prefer comedies.
No matter what you like, we all have seen some truly scary movies.
These are ten top-rated scary movies from the past, such as "Halloween" or "Paranormal Activity".
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"Cabin Fieve" - "Cabin Faeve" is considered one the scariest movies about zombies. This movie depicts a virus which causes people to become zombies.
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"Thir13en Ghosts" - Based upon the true story of serial killer Jack the Ripper, "Thirteen Ghosts" features a group of teenagers possessed by ghosts.
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"Pulse", an action thriller, is about a man that was robbed and left in his home during a violent crime spree. He must defend his home from the attackers who will only use the items he has.
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"The Descent" - One of the first found footage horror movies, "The Descent" follows a group of strangers venturing underground for an adventure. But things quickly go horribly sour once they arrive.
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"Get Out" was created by Jordan Peele in 2017, and is one of the scariest horror films ever made. "Get Out" depicts a young black photographer visiting his white girlfriend's family for the holidays. The darkest secrets of his past are brought to light when he arrives.
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"Paranormal Activity", (2007) - "Paranormal Activity", was the first movie made from found footage. It featured a new twist on ghost stories, starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition” - Japanese audition means to appear before an audience and be judged. That's exactly what happens in this film when high school student Kiyoko waits to hear if she will make it big time as a pop star.
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James Wan started the "Saw” Series after making horror movies with low budget budgets for years. He was getting tired of trying new ways to shock people. Jigsaw was created by Wan, who decided to take a break.
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"Tales From the Crypt", a horror film that focuses on the stories of the Crypt, becomes more terrifying with each year. Hollywood has released numerous sequels featuring the terrorizing crypt keepers in various US cities over time.
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"Carrie," 1976. "Carrie," introduced viewers to telekinesis. This powerful supernatural ability is known as "Carrie". Carrie White can just think about objects and move them.