Category: Interesting History
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One of the First Computer "Bugs" Was an Actual Bug
In 1947, a moth sparked a tech revolution, but the true impact of this tiny insect on computing history might surprise you…
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Google Maps Once Listed a Town That Never Existed
Shocking discovery: Google Maps listed a non-existent town, raising questions about digital mapping accuracy and the hidden surprises lurking in your apps.
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Bananas Are Technically Berries
Nature's surprises abound: bananas, those curved yellow fruits, are actually berries—but why? Discover the unexpected truth behind this classification.
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Alfred Hitchcock's *The Birds* Was Partly Based on a True Story
You thought "The Birds" was pure fiction? Discover the unsettling true event that inspired Hitchcock's classic thriller and changed how we view nature.
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About 200 Feral Cats Roam Disneyland, Where They Help Control Rodents
Discover Disneyland's secret feline workforce: 200 feral cats patrolling the park, but why are they there and how did it start?
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About 75% of the Earth's Volcanoes Are Located on the Pacific Ocean's Ring of Fire
Harboring 75% of Earth's volcanoes, the Pacific Ring of Fire sparks curiosity about our planet's fiery underbelly—but what does this mean for humanity?
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A Misheard Song Lyric Is Called a *Mondegreen
Comical linguistic mishaps in music have a name—but why are these lyrical mix-ups so common, and where did the term originate?
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Green Eggs and Ham* Was Written on a Bet
Unbelievable bet sparks iconic children's book – discover how Dr. Seuss turned a wager into 'Green Eggs and Ham' and why it matters.
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No U.S. President Has Been an Only Child
Just when you thought you knew everything about U.S. Presidents, discover the surprising sibling connection that might shape future leaders…
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Newborn Red Kangaroos Are Less Than an Inch Long
Tiny newborn red kangaroos, less than an inch long, embark on an incredible journey—but what happens next?