The DeLorean time machine used in the trilogy “Back to the Future” could have been a freezer!
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Contortionism
It is impossible to put a finger in the nose, one in the anus and one in each ear simultaneously.
Godfather of soul
James Brown has served 3 years in prison (from 1988 to 1991). He was convicted of carrying an unlicensed pistol and on drug consuming charges.
Origins of Africa?!
The sample “It Began in Afrika” from the title track of the Chemical Brothers released in 2001 has been used by IAM (a french hip hop band) in 1991 for the title “Red, Black and Green”.
Auto racing
In 2006, the Audi R10 TDI achieved victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This was the first time ever that a car powered with a diesel engine won that race.
Kung Free?
In Chinese, Kung Fu means “Freedom” (literally “achievement of the human effort”).
Aphrodisiacs…
Patchouli is supposed to have aphrodisiac qualities and to be excellent against varicose veins and skin problems.
Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower should have been dismantled after the Universal Exposition of 1889 for which it had been built; the Eiffel Tower has especially been saved by telegraphy.
Tedededede…
Chiropters (commonly known as bats), are the only mammals capable of flying.
