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Why an economist petitioned to block out the sun
If you want to see a masterclass in economic trolling, look no further than 1845. Bastiat wrote a satirical petition on behalf of candlemakers demanding that…
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Cathedral Cove features a massive naturally carved arch
The ocean aggressively hammered away at this New Zealand coastline until it punched a giant, cathedral-shaped hole right through the rock, connecting two…
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You can explore Diagon Alley on Google Maps
For millennials who are still hopelessly waiting for their Hogwarts letter, Google has thrown you a digital bone. The developers took their 360-degree cameras…
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Guess Who faces came from an ad agency
The distinct faces you interrogate your friends about were heavily based on people wandering around the creators own advertising agency. Yes, somebody at an…
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This core principle essentially means whatever happens in the macrocosm is reflected in the microcosm. This convenient philosophy allows esoteric thinkers to…
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Operated a highly successful mail order firm
Idries Shah is known for introducing traditional Eastern esoteric tales to Western audiences, but he financed this massive cultural bridge by running a highly…
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Sagittarius energy vibrates with deep purple hues
The color of velvet ropes and delusional grandeur rightfully belongs to the archer. It perfectly matches their wildly inflated sense of self-importance and…
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You can play Resident Evil 2 as tofu
Once you beat the terrifying zombies with actual humans, you can replay the nightmare as a giant, jiggling block of raw soy protein. The team literally just…
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Why being “It” is unfair in tag
When you are 'It', you are forced to react to the unpredictable movements of multiple targets simultaneously. The entire schoolyard is mathematically rigged…
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Half-Life’s crowbar was almost breakable
Swinging a heavy iron tool at heavily armored soldiers eventually takes a toll. The developers initially programmed the iconic red weapon to shatter after too…
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Wire transfers are legally irreversible once accepted
Unlike polite credit card networks that let you dispute a fraudulent charge for months, wire transfers are absolute and ruthless. The second the receiving…
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Hostel volunteer staff are broke travelers
The incredibly friendly person checking you in and showing you to your dorm isn't a seasoned hospitality professional. They are likely just another tourist…
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Bowling pins are solid maple inside
Beneath that shiny plastic exterior lies a solid, heavy chunk of dense maple. They aren't just hollow husks waiting to fall over; they are densely packed tree…
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The Seven Years’ War was a global conflict
While everyone was hyper-focused on claiming European borders, a massive conflict spilled across multiple continents simultaneously. It was essentially World…
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Doom runs on a pregnancy test
In case you ever wanted to rip and tear while waiting to find out if you are going to be a parent. Hardware enthusiasts have genuinely hooked up the classic…
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Fifth wheel connects trucks to trailers
In a stunning display of numerical confusion, this has absolutely nothing to do with steering. It is actually the massive, horseshoe-shaped metal coupling…
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Catan originally included settlers in its official name
Because eventually, everyone gets tired of saying three completely unnecessary words. The globally massive board game originally launched as 'The Settlers of…
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Why internet lag is rare in South Korea
While the rest of the world angrily stares at buffering wheels, an entire nation essentially lives ten years in the future. South Korea boasts the absolute…
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Kasa-obake hop around as one-eyed paper umbrellas
The least threatening monster in all of mythology is just your old rain gear throwing a tantrum. When a traditional paper umbrella reaches the century mark,…
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League of Legends makes billions from virtual outfits
The most profitable free game in the world makes all its money off sheer vanity. Riot Games doesn't charge you a dime to play League of Legends. Instead, they…
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Why identical circles can look different sizes
Take two identically sized circles and surround one with massive dots and the other with tiny dots. The Ebbinghaus illusion instantly makes the circle…
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Hermes Trismegistus supposedly authored thousands of magical books that simply do not exist
The ancient world's most prolific author never wrote a single word. Egyptian mystics claimed Hermes Trismegistus wrote exactly 36,525 books covering all…
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People pay for AI generated element readings
Users are shelling out actual subscription fees to chat with artificial intelligence bots trained to sound mystical. They are literally seeking deep life…
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Why a store can refuse your coins
That handful of sweaty nickels is completely powerless if a cashier is annoyed enough. While it is legal tender for all debts, private entities possess the…
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