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Barbie was created by an engineer.

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Jack Ryan started his career as an engineer, building missiles for the Pentagon, but was eventually hired away by Mattel for his "space-age savvy" and material knowledge (meaning he'd be able to make high-quality, well-functioning toys). His designs contributed to Barbie's twistable waist and "click-click" knee joints.

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Did you Know? Croft Manor area was built in a single weekend

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The name Dussehra is derived from the Sanskrit phrase Dash Hara, which in English means "the defeat of the Sun.

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Pedigree dogs or Indian dogs?

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The Oxford English Dictionary took nearly 50 years to complete.

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Swiggy was founded by two young entrepreneurs

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Did you Know? More than 1000 tombs are situated in Petra

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Did you Know? Employees of Disneyland lead a life of sacrifice!

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Persian rugs require little upkeep

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In 2018, Netflix Broke HBO’s 17-Year Emmys Streak.

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Skin cancer is more common among redheads.

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Ever heard of the Braille Challenge?

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Other countries, ironically, consider marine lamprey to be a delicacy.

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"Pencils were originally only made to be round. "

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Did you know...? Manipur is the birthplace of polo.

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Since the 13th century, passports have been in use.

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Bangkok: A tale of many markets

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Tiny flowers make up sunflowers.

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Conspiracy theories are not more prevalent today than they were previously.

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Chia belongs to the mint family.

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Did you Know? Indian Ocean receives 6000km of River Run

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Gods and Goddesses Images

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Shintoism has no sacred texts.

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The Panther's Black Skin Is Inherited

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Santa has a workforce of Elves that labour all year round to create presents.

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Ancient Inuits produced armour