The world hides more strangeness than we realize. Every day things we take for granted have backstories that sound made up.
This collection digs up the most peculiar truths that slipped through the cracks of common knowledge. Some will make you laugh, others might unsettle you, but all are verified. You probably won’t use any of these in everyday life, but they’ll definitely stick in your head. If you’re in the mood for strange info that actually holds up, you’re in the right place.
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