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Passengers Didn't Panic On The Titanic, And Her...
The RMS Titanic was considered to be "unsinkable". But we know the end of the story. Many of the survivors of the tragedy remember that there was absolutely no panic on board the ship till the very end. Was it because people didn't believe such a huge ship could go down? Or because the passengers didn't expect there could be any lack of lifeboats? Let's find out why the passengers of the legendary ship managed to stay calm.
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I Was Running Everyday for a Month, See What Ha...
It all started when a friend invited me to do a 5k with him – that’s about 3 miles. Doesn’t sound like much, but it’s a lot when you’re in your late twenties and haven’t run since gym class back in school. Not to mention the barely-there energy and weight gain that adulthood seemed to hit me with. Anyway, I had a month to get ready. How did I do it? The short answer is, baby steps! Of course, you should watch what you eat, stay hydrated, and train slowly but surely. After getting myself a new pair of running shoes, my journey began. I kept a daily log of my progress along the way. What about you? Are you ready to lace up your shoes and start running?
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What If Titanic Completed Its Ocean Crossing Sa...
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What If Dinosaurs Were Still Alive Today
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Unusual Moon Phenomenon and Spectacular Natural...
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Titanic Love Story Sadder Than the Movie + Chil...
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This Is Where We Collided With Another Universe
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30+ Hidden Things About Pretty Regular Stuff
Why do potato chips bags always have plenty of air inside? Don't be mad about their designers thinking they're just trying to make the bag seem full. It turns out, potato chips are actually that tasty thanks to that air! Not only does it protect the chips from breaking during transportation but also keeps them fresh for longer... Let's see how it works. Here're 30+ hidden secrets about everyday objects surrounding us. Why do crackers have holes in them? Are margins on paper designed for writing in dates and numbering lists? And what’s the difference between a wooden hanger and a plastic one? You'll find the answers to these and more questions in this video.
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Stop Putting Water on a Toothbrush if You Want ...
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Your iPhone Has a Secret Button + 4 Tips to Use...
Your phone is a gadget you most likely use every day. Did you know that the average person spends over 4 hours a day on their phone? It's more that a whole day a week... But I bet there're plenty of secrets your phone is hiding from you. From hidden functions to secret features and buttons. Here're some hidden features on your phone you weren't aware of... With smartphones, we no longer need two hands to use a keyboard − all you need is one good thumb. But typos are easy to make, and all your characters can't fit all at once on that crammed keyboard at the bottom of your phone screen. There's a hidden gem on your iPhone that can help you with it. You might just want to shift your keyboard into Trackpad mode for easier editing. Wanna know more?
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You Swallowed a Massive Hornet, What's Next
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Sleep Technique Of The Greatest Geniuses Revealed
Have you ever heard of 'the twilight zone of sleep'? No, it's not a place where vampires sleep or a name of a weird hotel in the middle of nowhere. It's a special technique that can make a true genius out of you. What does it consist of? And how to enter this zone to get a brain boost? The greatest minds: Leonardo da Vinci, Salvador Dali, Thomas Edison - all used this technique to get into the special zone of our brains. It allowed them to be creative and make breakthrough discoveries. Scientists believe that there're answers to the most critical questions for any person in this phase of sleep...
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We Understood Why Asians Make V-Signs
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They Survived 69 Days Trapped Underground
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These Animals Are More Intelligent Than You Think
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The Moon Needs Its Own Time Zone, Here Why
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Insects in Your Makeup The Shocking History o...
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If You See a Teddy Bear in the Desert, Run Away...
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How the Internet Comes To You Across the Bottom...
We can hardly imagine a single day without the Internet. It's become an essential part of our everyday routines. The internet has changed business, education, social communication and many other things. It would be impossible to watch this single video without the internet. But just think about it: there are almost 750,000 miles of wires that connect the continents. How do they lay fiber cables underwater? Basically the internet travels across the ocean under water. How it possible? Here's everything you need to know about the technology that started to take shape in the 90s and became something we can't imagine our lives without.
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Eat These 18 Foods As Much As You Want Without ...
We all know how to eat the food we like and gain weight: sugar, carbs, fast food - these contribute to fat storage. But how about the opposite situation? Here're 18 foods you can eat in big amounts, and they won't make you fat. They're low in calories and will keep you full for longer. Nutritionists suggest that foods mostly made with water are low in calories and contain fiber that helps make you feel and stay full for a longer period of time. Celery, spinach, avocado - what else is on that list?
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10 Deep Sea Creatures That Will Give You Nightm...
What's going on down in the ocean depths? The ocean covers around 70 percent of the Earth and is so mysterious. We go diving, descent in submarines, satellite and rovers - everything to explore the hidden treasures of the ocean. Let's take a look at these 10 unusual creatures lurking in the ocean depths. You'll se a giant phantom jelly from the ocean's midnight zone, a goblin shark that looks super scary, a whitemargin stargazer that has eyes right on top of its head. Trust me, you don't learn about these 10 nightmarish sea creatures at school...
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Why Planes Don't Fly in Extreme Heat
Flight cancellation might come as a shocker when you’re sitting in the departure lounge looking at the gorgeous bright sunny weather outside. If there’s not a raincloud or snowstorm in sight, then what gives? Oh yeah, planes can’t fly in extreme heat! In the summer of 2017, 50 flights were canceled at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The reason: temperatures were a brain-melting 120°F! In the age of super-advanced technology, it seems weird that air travel can be interrupted by an unusually hot day. The reason is actually in the nature of flight itself!
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20 Hidden Signs Tell You Someone Is Rich
How can you tell if a person is wealthy or faking it? Here are some non-obvious signs someone is rich!
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Planes Might Fly Without Pilots, Here's How
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Generations X, Y, and Z Which One Are You
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