The Rain Man (Laurence Kim Peek) was the only savant known to science who could read two pages of a book simultaneously - one with each eye.
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There was a pre-WWII movement called Technocracy, which held that scientists and engineers should take over the government and economy from politicians and economists. The leader of the movement was known as the Great Engineer.
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It has been scientifically proven that stroking a cat can lower one's blood pressure!
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When Charles Darwin first discovered the Galapagos Tortoises, he tried to ride them!
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The gas that gives rotten eggs their distinctive foul smell may slow ageing and block damaging chemical reactions inside cells, according to scientists in China.
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Scientists have developed a 'hangover-free' beer that has electrolytes, making it more hydrating and refreshing.
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