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31 Small Secrets Hidden in Everyday Things
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There are so many baffling mysteries in the world. Who lives at the bottom of the Mariana Trench, are we alone in the universe, why do Buffaloes have wings? But there are just as many hidden secrets in everyday objects that surround you. For example, do you know anything about the mysterious origins of that fluffy ball on your winter beanie? The thing is that we are so used to seeing certain everyday things that we just don’t pay attention to details. But very often the most ingenious ideas or fascinating stories are hidden behind some unremarkable features. TIMESTAMPS: Oyster...
23 Ordinary Things With Unusual Hidden Uses
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A backpack, iPhone, keyboard, a jet pack – well maybe not a jet-pack -- but hey, you use these things every day! Still they might not be as straightforward as you think! Lots of ordinary objects have secret features that unlock their FULL potential! For example, have you ever used those flimsy, ribbed ketchup containers they have at fast-food restaurants? You probably wondered why they don't make them a bit bigger. What most people don't know, though, is that those ribs should be pulled outward - thanks to this trick, the container can house way more sauce! Interested? Then check...