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Why does every beer bottle cap have 21 aliases?
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Why does every beer bottle cap have 21 aliases?

Beer is a great beverage for the summer, and is an integral part of many parties. But maybe not everyone knows interesting information related to jagged beer caps.

November 20, 2019
Produces alcohol from the air
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Produces alcohol from the air

Air Co. The US claims to have created the world's first 'carbon-negative' vodka by using a solar-powered machine that turns CO2 molecules into ethanol.

November 20, 2019
Strange 'footprint' in the deep sea
Oceanography

Strange 'footprint' in the deep sea

The scientists discovered giant, footprint-shaped tracks on the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, the area between Mexico and Hawaii.

November 20, 2019