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Mountain peak on the Moon partially illuminated with surrounding deep shadows

Each lunar day lasts about 29.5 Earth days, creating two-week periods of sunlight and darkness at any given spot on the Moon.

Illustration of 'Oumuamua passing through the inner Solar System near planetary orbits

Discovered in 2017, ‘Oumuamua was the first confirmed interstellar object ever observed passing through the Solar System.

Coca-Cola cans covered in ice

The acidity in Coca-Cola makes it effective for loosening blood stains from fabric.

Map showing British Empire territories in pink with colonial figures around the border

At its peak, the British Empire covered about 35.5 million square kilometers, which is 93.4 percent of the Moon’s surface area.

Thunderstorm with lightning bolts illuminating dark, cloudy skies over a cityscape at dusk

Approximately 2,000 thunderstorms occur worldwide at any given time, totaling around 16 million annually.

Bored office worker staring at computer with head resting on hand

“Boredom boreout syndrome,” or “boreout,” caused by boredom and lack of engagement at work, can lead to psychological illnesses such as depression and insomnia.

Vending machine displaying various bottled beverages, including teas, flavored water, and coffee

In Japan, some vending machines provide free drinking water and beverages during natural disasters, such as earthquakes or typhoons.

Person pressing down button on elevator control panel

In 2018, an elevator with six people fell 84 floors in a Chicago skyscraper. Miraculously, every single person survived, and no one required hospitalization!

Turquoise sea along a rocky coastline with a sandy cove

The Turks and Caicos Islands have been proposed as Canada’s next province multiple times since 1917, but no formal steps have been taken.

Four Royal Navy Sea Harrier jets flying in close formation above clouds

In 1983, a Royal Navy Sea Harrier made an emergency landing on the Spanish ship Alraigo; the owners claimed they “rescued” the jet under maritime law and received £570,000 compensation.

Colorful collection of Disney character toys from McDonald’s Happy Meals

McDonald’s is one of the world’s largest toy distributors, selling over 1 billion toys annually through its Happy Meals.

Astronaut boot prints in the lunar surface dust

Humanity went from launching the first person into space to walking on the Moon in just ten years.

Woman lying inside a lit tanning bed wearing a white top

Tanning beds were banned in Australia in 2015 due to the increased risk of skin cancer.

Multiple depictions of Izzy Einstein in various disguises wearing different hats and coats

Despite being 5′5″ tall (165 cm) and having no prior detective experience, Izzy Einstein made about 4,900 arrests from 1920 to 1925 by relying on disguises and wit rather than force.

Beaver swimming in calm water with reflection visible

Due to their semi-aquatic nature, the Catholic Church once considered beavers to be fish, fit for consumption on meatless Fridays.

Astronaut floating in space surrounded by stars

In space, you become about 5.1 cm (2 inches) taller since the absence of gravity no longer compresses your spine.

Rugged, rocky Martian landscape under a yellow-orange sky

Mars’ soil is surprisingly nutrient-rich and would be pretty suited to growing vegetables like beans, turnips, or asparagus. Unfortunately, it’s also extremely salty and contains toxins.

Stan Lee in a U.S. Army uniform drawing at a drafting table during World War II

Stan Lee served in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1942 to 1945 after hearing about the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Star-filled night sky with colorful Milky Way over silhouetted pine trees

At certain times of the year, you can spot Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn with the naked eye on a clear night.

Silhouettes of birds perched on power lines against a blue background

The seagulls in Alfred Hitchcock’s movie “The Birds” were fed a mixture of wheat and whiskey. It was the only way to get them to stand around so much instead of flying away.

Close-up of multiple white, round pearls with a glossy surface

Oysters are not the only type of mollusk capable of producing pearls. Although it’s pretty rare, clams and mussels also occasionally create them.

The White House, with a large, well-manicured lawn in the foreground

On February 17, 1974, Army private Robert K. Preston landed a stolen helicopter on the White House lawn to demonstrate his flying skills after being denied entry to flight school.

Colorful collection of antique ceramic and metal doorknobs

Founded in 1981, the Antique Doorknob Collectors of America focuses on preserving antique doorknobs and sharing historical knowledge.

Crowd gathered in front of building with banner honoring Alan Shepard’s spaceflight

On May 5, 1961, Alan Shepard became the first American in space during a 15-minute suborbital flight aboard the Freedom 7 spacecraft.