A lump of pure gold the size of a matchbox can be flattened into a sheet the size of a tennis court.
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Scientists at the Zhejiang University in China have developed an ultra-light material known as carbon aerogel.
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In 2011, archaeologists discovered the skeletal remains of a Roman couple who have been holding hands for 1,500 years.
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The University of Oxford (teaching since 1096) predates the Aztec empire (1428 - 1521).
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In the last 7 years, humanity has discovered 43 potentially habitable planets.
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The largest breed of rabbit is the Flemish Giant.
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You forget 90% of your dreams.
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In Georgia, there is an airtight room called the Crypt of Civilization that was sealed in 1940. It contains numerous artefacts documenting what life was like at the time of sealing, and is scheduled to be opened in the year 8113 to show people of the future exactly what life was like.
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