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Bluetooth is named after this Viking King

In today's modern world, Bluetooth technology has become synonymous with wireless communication, connecting a multitude of devices from smartphones to speakers. But did you know that the name and logo of this ubiquitous technology were inspired by a 10th-century Viking king, Harald Bluetooth Gormsson?

Turning Tequila to Diamonds

Tequila, the iconic spirit of Mexico, has long been a symbol of celebration and indulgence. Little did we know that this fiery beverage held a secret, a dazzling gem just waiting to be discovered. Scientists at the National Autonomous University of Mexico made an astounding breakthrough when they successfully transformed tequila into real, glittering diamonds.

The Millions in Lost Pocket Change on Planes

You reach for your phone and keys as you grab your bag and jacket to dash off a flight. In the shuffle, a few errant coins slip out from your pocket, rolling under the seat as you rush away. Multiply those forgotten pennies and quarters by millions of airline passengers each year, and you have a financial phenomenon - the millions of dollars in loose change left annually on commercial flights.

Istanbul is in both Europe and Asia

Located at the confluence of the Black Sea and the Mediterranean, Istanbul, previously known as Byzantium and Constantinople, is a city of immense historical significance. This beautiful city...

Beer’s More than 5,000 Years History

Beer is as old as history — and by some counts, even older. Many experts assert that the emergence of Sumerian cuneiform in the fourth millennium BCE marks...
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