Eulachon or "candlefish" are two names for it. This fish can be used as a candle due to its high-fat content.
One of the reasons South Africa has 11 official languages is because of Afrikaans.
Lack of exercise and obesity are the two major environmental variables for insulin resistance (and type 2 diabetes).
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Malta has three official languages.
Bali is actually made up of four islands.
The center of Spain
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The world's shortest train track
Stonehenge is associated with an Arthurian legend.
Uranus has an unusual rotation and tilt.
Dr. Wayne Coates rediscovered chia in the 1990s.
A well-maintained porcelain piece can last over 1,000 years!
The Harissa people's homeland
Kimchi Refrigerators Exist.
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Myanmar has a number of travel restrictions for tourists
Barbie was created by an engineer.
The jury is still out on whether those who believe in conspiracy theories may be persuaded to change their beliefs.
Prior to being used worldwide, silk was first created in ancient China.
Grog was the pirate's preferred beverage.