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6 world's most beautiful bills
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6 world's most beautiful bills

The Swiss 10 franc sheet has just been voted the world's most beautiful banknote issued in the past year.

December 18, 2018
What is going on with the Sahara?
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What is going on with the Sahara?

Recently, two scientists have come up with a shocking statement that the world's largest desert has expanded by 10% since the beginning of the 20th century, equivalent t…

December 18, 2018
Why does the plane window have a small hole?
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Why does the plane window have a small hole?

The small hole in the airplane window helps maintain the air pressure at a safe level inside the cabin, while escaping the steam so the window is not dimmed.

December 18, 2018
What is foil?
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What is foil?

At high temperatures, the amount of aluminum in food-wrapped foil dissolves into food, then enters the body, affecting health.

December 18, 2018
18 interesting facts about Korea you may not know
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18 interesting facts about Korea you may not know

Men who use cosmetics and the difficult Korean old women you see on film are just a tiny part of these lovely and sometimes ... weird facts about this Kimchi country.

December 18, 2018