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The Similarities Between Our Tongues & Fingers
Did you know, that just like a unique fingerprint everyone also has a unique tongue print? Well tongues just like fingerprints differ from individual to individual. Not even identical twins share the same tongue pattern. I am just as surprised as you are. How is a tongue print like a fingerprint? How are they similar? What is so unique about the two of them. This was so fascinating when I first heard about it, I had to research it for myself to see.
By Catherine Moceri5 years ago in FYI
The Vikings Helped Spread Cats Across The World. Top Story - February 2021.
Vicious opportunists who take what they want, they're rightly feared by those smaller and weaker than they are. On the other hand they're also beautiful, paying constant attention to grooming and presentation in a way that might seem at-odds with their otherwise brutal instincts. Adored by women, lionized in mythology, and plastered across they Internet, they seem to be everywhere.
By Neal Litherland5 years ago in FYI
The 2021 TikTok Sea Shanty Craze
Back in 2019, sea shanties were cast into the mainstream when the movie, Fisherman's Friends was released. Based on a true story, the movie tells the tale of a group of Cornish fishermen from Port Isaac who signed a record deal with Universal Records. The group achieved a top 10 hit with their debut album of traditional sea shanties. Fast forwards to 2021 and sea shanties would again be launched into the limelight by young singers and musicians on the social media app, TikTok.
By Armchair Detective5 years ago in FYI
Your Ice Cream has 5 Different types — Do You Know them All?
Is ice cream and love synonymous for you? Are ice creams what keeps you motivated in life? Are ice creams your sweet addiction? Well then, surely you would love to know all about ice creams. Ice cream comes from a large family! Well, did you know this fact? Yes, what you normally relish as ice-cream through a scoop or in a cone may actually just be a single member of that family. There are four more – all with their distinct properties and tastes. Have you met the rest of the clan? So, this post is dedicated to all you ice cream lovers who try their best to enjoy them yet keep an eye on the waistline.
By Eada Hudes5 years ago in FYI
Baseballs Were Originally Made From the Foreskins of Horses. Top Story - February 2021.
In modern times, we’re used to calling the Great American Pastime — “Baseball.” But it wasn’t always named that! Baseball used to be known as “Rounders.” It was first played in England in the 1500’s until the rule book was created in the 1880’s.
By Connor Brighton5 years ago in FYI
5 Cool Things You Didn't Know About New Jersey. Top Story - February 2021.
Hello, readers! Welcome to the first article posted in Vocal's new community of trivia and fun facts! I can't wait to read the wonderful stories you will create within this group. I don't know about you, but I can spend all day sucked down a Youtube rabbit hole watching crazy video essays on "useless" information, so I know this community is going to be something real special.
By Kathryn Milewski5 years ago in FYI
Only Female Mosquitoes Bite Humans
Mosquitos are often seen as a nuisance because they leave behind itchy and sometimes painful bites . . . especially the larger mosquitos. When they insert their mouthpart into your skin, they leave behind large welts filled with fluid. When female mosquitoes bite, they inject saliva into your body as they siphon out your blood. Most people are allergic to the saliva, which is why a welt is left behind. These bites are often treated with cortisone cream until they heal and go away. If they’re scratched at and the skin is exposed, then it can become infected and lead to bigger issues. No one wants that to happen. Prevention and protection is key.
By Sherry Campbell5 years ago in FYI
Attack Of The Furballs. Top Story - February 2021.
Picture this: you are one of the wealthiest people in the world, and an army of rabbits attacks you. What if I told you that happened? What's scary about the internet is that it never sleeps. Information on the world wide web is endless. You can go from who won the presidential election to watching Mukbangs. When the Vocal Curation Team asked me if I would be interested in participating in this topic, I immediately said yes. One of my goals as a writer this year is to challenge myself more and not be complacent about different topics. Although I didn't know the TIL subreddit trend, I went to my trusted source Google to see what I can find. When I read that rabbits attacked Napoleon Bonaparte, I laughed. I couldn't believe what I was reading.
By teisha leshea5 years ago in FYI
