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  Baby turtles speak to each other before they even hatch

  Researchers discovered that turtles make sounds while still inside their eggs to communicate with other babies. Chirps and grunts help to coordinate hatching as a survival mechanism to avoid predators like birds or crocodiles.
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  A baby blue whale can gain 250 pounds in a single day.

  According to US Whales, the calves of the largest animals on earth put on as much as 10lbs (4.5 kg) an hour, or over 250lbs (113.3 kg) each day! That means that the baby blue whale will gain over a tonne within 20 days.
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  Baby parrots respond to their names

  You may already know that parrots have the ability to talk. But did you know that parent parrots name their chicks, just like us? Scientists call these names “signature contact calls.” Baby parrots receive a name at birth and respond to that call for the rest of their lives.
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  Competitions to help pupils master Bahasa Melayu

  The mastery of the Malay language by pupils from national-type Chinese (SJKC) and Tamil (SJKT) schools can be improved through oratory and storytelling competitions, said Deputy Education Minister Lim Hui Ying.
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  Advanced training for heavy vehicle drivers proposed

  A road safety advocate has called for heavy vehicle drivers to be trained in advanced driving techniques.
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  Kuasai bahasa asing buka peluang pelbagai bidang

  Selain penguasaan yang baik dalam bahasa kebangsaan dan bahasa ibunda,adalah baik untuk seseorang itu mempertingkatkan dirinya dengan mempelajari bahasa asing.
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  Bees have the ability to fly higher than Mount Everest

  According to National Geographic , bees can fly up to 29,525 feet above sea level. That is taller than Mount Everest, the world's tallest mountain.
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  As we age, our noses and ears grow larger

  It is typical to hear that our nose and ears are the only portions of our bodies that continue to develop as we age, but this is not entirely accurate. According to the Discovery Channel, our nose and ears stop growing along with the rest of our bodies, yet due to gravity, both components continue to lengthen over time.
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  Dogs use their left nostril to detect pleasant odors

  Dogs generally begin sniffing with their right nostril and hold it there if the smell indicates danger, but they will change to the left side for something pleasurable, like as food or a mate.
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  NASA can basically email tools to astronauts, thanks to 3D printing

  It used to take months or years to deliver new equipment to the Space Station, but thanks to advances in technology, the tools are now available in hours.
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  That little pocket in your pants was made to hold pocket timepieces

  The original jeans only featured four pockets - one tiny one, two more in the front and one in the back
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  Tissue paper was initially meant for gas masks

  During World War I, when cotton was scarce, Kimberly-Clark created a thin, flat cotton alternative that the army tried to employ as a filter in gas masks. Because the war ended before scientists could perfect the material, the business redesigned it to be smoother and softer and then marketed Kleenex as facial tissue instead.
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  Some fungus generate zombies and then take over their minds

  Ophiocordyceps, a tropical fungus, infects the central nerve systems of ants. It has complete control over the host's movements after nine days in the body of an insect. It causes the ant to climb trees, convulse, and fall into the cool, wet earth below, where fungi thrive, according to National Geographic. When the fungus arrives, it waits until exactly solar noon to force the ant to bite a leaf and die.
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  Lemons float while limes sink

  Because limes are denser than lemons, they sink to the bottom of the glass, but lemons float on top. This is the one that has been in front of our faces (or rather, in our glasses) the entire time.
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  People used to consume arsenic to improve their skin

  You have certainly heard about how arsenic was found in many of the Victorians' favorite cosmetics, but it gets worse. There were other edible items on the market in the late 1800s, such as Dr James P Campbell's “Safe Arsenic Complexion Wafers”. They advertised that they could remove freckles, blackheads and other “facial disfigurements.”
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  Earth contains enough gold to cover the planet

  According to Discover Magazine, there is a lot of gold on — or in — our planet – 99% of the valuable metal may be discovered in the Earth's core. How much do you have? Enough gold to cover the entire Earth's surface in 1.5ft (0.45m) of gold.
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  Every mammal on earth dreams

  According to research, rats dream about finding food or running through mazes. Because most mammals go through REM sleep, the cycle in which dreams occur, scientists believe that all mammals dream.
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  The world's smallest mammal is the bumblebee bat

  According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the bumblebee bat — also known as Kitti's hog-nosed bat — weighs 1.42 to 1.98 gm and has a head-to-body length of 2.89 to 3.28cm and a wingspan of 12.9 to 14.4cm. To see this little bat, you must go to one of a few limestone caves on the Khwae Noi River in Kanchanaburi Province, southwest Thailand. They are some of Earth's smallest species that play an important part in the ecology.
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  Household dust contains a lot of dead skin cells

  Here is an interesting scientific fact — according to Imperial College London researchers, we shed approximately 200 million skin cells per hour — and they have to go somewhere when we are indoors. If the concept of skin dust bothers you, you should know that an American Chemical Society study discovered that a skin oil called squalene naturally helps reduce indoor ozone levels by up to 15%.
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  Penang remains country's top exporter in November

  Penang has remained the top exporter for November 2023 in the country with a 29% share followed by Johor (22.6%), Selangor (16.9%), Sarawak (8.3%) and Kuala Lumpur (5.7%), said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM).
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  Heartbreak Christmas

  According to data gathered from Facebook, two weeks before Christmas is one of the two most popular times for couples to break up; one is likely to avoid buying presents. The other is to avoid making the holiday season miserable by having to spend time with each other.
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  Christmas decorating sends nearly 15,000 people to the ER

  Around 14,700 people visit emergency rooms during the holidays, averaging 240 injuries per day, mainly from falls, lacerations and back strains, states the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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  Hanging stockings started by accident

  Legend has it that hanging stockings began when St Nick left gold in the stockings of a poor man's daughters who couldn't afford dowries, sparking the tradition.
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  There are many kinds of Christmas trees

  Over 630 varieties of Christmas trees are available, offering diverse options for that special holiday decoration.
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  Hand holding otters

  Otters hold hands while sleeping to stay connected and avoid drifting apart.
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  Orangutans often fracture bones falling out of trees

  Approximately half of orangutans have suffered bone fractures from frequent tree falls.
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  Bats turn left leaving cave

  Bats consistently make left turns when exiting a cave.
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  Ice in Antarctic glaciers contains penguins' urine

  Penguin urine contributes to almost 3% of the ice in the Antarctic glaciers.
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  Frogs can be hypnotized

  It is possible to hypnotize a frog by placing it on its back and gently stroking its stomach.
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  A snail can sleep for up to three years

  Snails can hibernate for an astonishing three years.
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  Award-winning singer recounts journey to top

  Popular Malaysian singer-songwriter Zee Avi recently bagged the award for Asean Master Class Performance Artiste of the Year at the Asean Outstanding Business Awards 2023.
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  Mencari ilmu yang benar

  Secara kasar, ilmu sekarang nampak banyak dan luas. Kolej dan universiti tumbuh di mana-mana.Perisian internet yang menyediakan segala macam maklumat juga wujud dengan banyaknya.
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  Owls have specialised feathers

  These feathers have the edges protruding out to dissipate the airflow when they fly. Because of this, their flights are silent, which makes them deadly hunters at night.
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  Adult cats will only meow at humans

  Kittens will meow to their mother, but more frequently to humans as they mature. Kittens only meow at other cats to indicate hunger or the need for warmth.
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  You can burn calories just by standing

  The average 150Ib (68kg) person can burn 114 calories an hour just by standing still.
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  Honeybees can recognise human faces

  Bees are seen in a compilation of over 5,000 individual images. They combine all of these images to recognise their surroundings.
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  Playing dance music helps ward off mosquitoes

  According to a study in 2019, the song Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites contains both low and high frequencies that yellow fever mosquitoes dislike. Just dance the mosquitoes away.
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  Frigate birds can sleep while flying

  This is possible because they can keep only half of their brain’s hemispheres awake. Theoretically, they could fly forever if they didn’t need food or water.
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  Some pandas fake a pregnancy to get better healthcare

  An example would be a Chinese panda named Ai Hin, who was believed to show signs of pregnancy. Zookeepers ensured that she was given better care for the upcoming baby that never arrived.
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  You can die from staying up for two weeks straight

  Sleep deprivation can cause your mental and motor responses to become unstable, thus causing a higher risk to your safety.
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  Smelling green apples helps with weight loss

  Research has stated that the smell can help curb hunger. The neutral, sweet scent that comes from green apples and bananas is enough to temporarily forget about hunger.
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  Flavor fusion

  In the heart of Petaling Jaya, there lies a culinary gem that boldly brings together the vibrant flavors of Malaysian and Mexican cuisines. This place is known as the Undisclosed Location. Intrigued by the fusion of these two rich culinary traditions, my colleagues and I embarked on a gastronomic adventure, uncovering a unique blend of tastes that left us craving for more.
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  Kangaroos never stop growing

  From birth, they will continue to grow until they die. They are also the largest marsupials on the planet.
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  Pitbulls are regarded as the most lovable dog breed

  Despite their appearance, they are also classified as the least hostile. These dogs turn violent when forced and trained to be fighting dogs because of the abuse and ill treatment from the trainers or owners.
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  Ant queens live for approximately 30 years

  This was discovered by holding queen ants captive. They lived for over 29 years on average. However, it is predicted that with a full colony, they can live much longer in the wild.
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  Flossing your teeth helps your memory

  Here is an interesting random fact for you - according to research, keeping your gums healthy and avoiding gum disease can help prevent stiff blood vessels. Preventing blood vessel stiffness also helps prevent memory difficulties.
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  Weight loss changes brain activity

  According to certain studies, when women lose weight, their memory improves. Obesity has also been linked to impaired memory, particularly in people with pear-shaped bodies, according to research.
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  The fable of Beauty and the Beast was intended to persuade women to accept arranged marriages

  According to the original 1740 story, the beast was an elephant-fish hybrid. The plot revolves mostly around the idea of ​​accepting arranged marriages for the sake of a wider alliance.
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  The phrase OMG was coined in 1917 in a letter to Winston Churchill

  One day, a retired British admiral of the Royal Navy got enthralled by reports of Britain's mobilizing forces. The admiral promptly typed a little abbreviation for “Oh My God” in his letter from him, excited to share this news with a college. He had no idea that he had just established one of today's most recognized acronyms.
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  Sleeping on your stomach increases your chances of having strange or frightening dreams

  This is due to the fact that different sleeping positions place varied strain on your body. As opposed to resting on your side or back, sleeping on your stomach hinders other movements. According to research, this is why the intensity of your dreams varies based on your sleeping posture.