People who laugh more are better able to tolerate pain - both physical and emotional.
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The world's first Buddhist ruler, Emperor Ashoka, who ruled India from 274-232 BCE, was the first ruler in human history to ban slavery, the death penalty, animal cruelty, and deforestation. He even advocated gender equality in education and religious institutions.
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A Native American tribe in South Dakota collects bottle caps left by campers, using them as currency. Several banks in the area now recognize the caps as legal tender.
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Drinking banana milkshake is a perfect cure for hangover.
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The scent of women’s tears temporarily reduces sexual arousal and testosterone production in men.
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Teddy bears were named after U.S. President Theodore 'Teddy' Roosevelt.
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The word 'mortgage' comes from a French law term that means 'death pledge'.
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Jon Bon Jovi has a restaurant that has no prices; guests pay whatever they can or volunteer in exchange for their meal.
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