German researchers have measured that taking a vacation makes us dumber. And although vacations have a relaxing effect, researchers from Tel Aviv have found that the beneficial effect occurs after three days.
How big is the largest crocodile caught?
The largest crocodile ever caught was 6.2 meters long. It was caught in Papua New Guinea in 1982.
What is Trivial Pursuit – Genus Edition?
In “Trivial Pursuit – Genus edition” there is a map where the answer to all but one question is Waterloo.
Are rainforests the lungs of the planet?
Plants are green because of small cells called green grains. These are also used for respiration, which is the opposite of photosynthesis. Plants respire at night almost all the oxygen they produce during the day. Therefore, the myth that the rainforest is the lungs of the planet is untrue.
How long was the world’s longest wrestling match?
During the 1912 Stockholm Olympics, the world’s longest wrestling match to date took place, lasting 11 hours and 40 minutes.
Where is the world’s largest washing machine?
The world’s largest washing machine now stands in Sweden. It washes 14,000 socks per hour. In eight hours, the machine can wash a week’s worth of underwear for the 17,000 inhabitants of the town of Vara, where it is located.
Who invented synchronized swimming?
Synchronized swimming was invented by American Esther Williams, who became very famous in the 50s when she did synchronized swimming for several musical films.
