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Information From Your Central Nervous System Travels at up to 268 Mph

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

Gripping speeds of up to 268 mph: discover how your body's internal network races to keep you alive and functioning, but what's the secret behind

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Cats Can Be Allergic to People

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

Think your cat's odd behavior is just quirky? Think again. Discover the surprising truth about feline allergies to humans and what it means for your pet.

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Carrots Weren't Originally Orange

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

The surprising history of carrots reveals a colorful past, challenging assumptions about this common vegetable and leaving you hungry for more.

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Britain Used to Have a Special Tax on Windows

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

Imagine a tax on windows: Britain's peculiar levy shaped architecture, health, and society—but how did it end?

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Before Time Zones Were Established in 1883, North America Had Over 144 Local Times

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

Timekeeping chaos reigned in pre-1883 North America, with over 144 local times causing confusion—but why did this temporal maze exist?

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Ancient Greek and Roman Sculptures Were Originally Painted, Not Pure White

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

Discover the vibrant truth behind ancient Greek and Roman sculptures: their pristine white appearance hides a colorful secret that's reshaping art history.

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Alaska's Coastline Is Longer Than All Other States' Combined

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

Gaze upon Alaska's coastline, stretching beyond imagination, and discover why its length surpasses all other U.S. states combined—but that's just the beginning.

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Interesting History

All Clownfish Are Born Male

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

Prepare to be amazed: clownfish's gender-bending journey from male to female holds secrets that will change your view of marine life.

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"Black Friday" Once Referred to Employees Calling in Sick After Thanksgiving

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024January 27, 2025

How did 'Black Friday' transform from a workplace headache to a shopping frenzy? The surprising origins reveal unexpected shifts in American culture.

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Buffy the Vampire Slayer* Was the First TV Show to Use *Google* as a Verb

ByHistory and Mystery August 14, 2024February 9, 2025

When "Buffy" first used "Google" as a verb, it unknowingly sparked a linguistic revolution—but what other pop culture impacts have we missed?

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