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7 Fascinating Facts About Alaska

Alaska has been a U.S. state for less than 60 years, but the territory has a long and fascinating history.

Take a look at these facts about “the last frontier.”

1. That’s a lot of space

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2. Lots o’ land

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3. Wow!

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4. Knitting, anyone?

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5. Hey, why not?

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6. Sounds like a good deal

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7. Time to cool off

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9+ Interesting Facts About Airplanes

Where would we be as a society without flight? It’s hard to imagine it’s only been 115 years since the Wright brothers took their inaugural flight, but it’s the truth.

Since 1903, planes have evolved quickly and we now view our ability to fly from one corner of the world to another as a right, not a privilege.

Take a look at these facts about the miracle of flight.

1. Might come in handy

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2. Interesting…

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3. The middle seat

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4. Empty planes

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5. Felonious

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6. Hero

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7. Wait til you get out

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8. A mystery

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9. Quiet Zones

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10. Pink Flamingos

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10+ Facts About the Wonderful World of Comics

You may think you know a lot about comic books, but trust me, you can always learn more.

Even if you’re the biggest fan of the Marvel universe or of the classics like Superman, Batman, and Dick Tracy, you’ll learn a lot from these facts.

1. I wish this was real life

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2. Damage Control

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3. That would’ve been interesting

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4. Wow!

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5. I need to pick this one up

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6. Good job Dad!

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7. Nic Cage

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8. Father and son

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9. FYI

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10. Very cool

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11. Hellboy

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12 Facts About Sleep That’ll Make You Wanna Take a Snooze

Full disclosure: I consider myself a professional sleeper. There’s nothing better than a good night’s sleep or an extended power nap, in my personal opinion.

Browse these interesting facts about sleeping and I guarantee you’ll be ready to hit the couch for an hour (or three).

1. Sleep with one eye open

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2. Your brain is protecting you

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3. International sleeping

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4. Gross…and cool

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5. I need one of these

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6. This is important

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7. Don’t fight before bedtime

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8. Cannibalism

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9. Get your beauty sleep, please

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10. Placebo sleep

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11. Let the kids sleep!

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12. That’s a myth

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Torches of Freedom

It used to be improper for women to smoke, but a single PR stunt changed all that. In 1929, women were hired to light up while marching in a parade, calling the cigarettes “Torches of Freedom.” So smoking became a symbol of equal rights, and sales skyrocketed. The stunt was pulled by Edward Bernays (nephew […]

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In 1696, William III…

In 1696, William III introduced a tax which required those living in houses with more than 6 windows to pay a levy.To avoid this, house owners would brick up all windows except 6. As the bricked-up windows prevented rooms from receiving any sunlight, the tax was known as daylight robbery. 00

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The F-82 “Twin Mustang” fighter…

The F-82 “Twin Mustang” fighter plane, designed to escort bombers thousands of miles to Tokyo, was literally two P-51 Mustangs joined at the wing. Both cockpits were fully functional, so one pilot could sleep while the other flew the plane on missions that could last up to 12 hours. 00

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New Zealands first tank…

New Zealand’s first tank (the Bob Semple tank) was built from a tractor, sheet metal and 6 machine guns. When ridiculed for the design Bob Semple said “I don’t see anyone else coming up with any better ideas.” 00