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Can an anaconda swallow a human? Let's say you're walking through the tropical Amazon rainforest. All of a sudden, you spot a log blocking your way. You come up to this huge branch and try to step over it... but it starts moving! To your horror, you realize it's the most enormous snake you've ever seen - the green anaconda! So, you're the “lucky” one to see the heaviest and one of the longest snakes in the world! The reptile looks to be at least three times longer than you and at least twice heavier!

The only panicky thought in your mind is, "Is this monster going to swallow me whole?!" You're trying to retreat as fast and quietly as possible. It doesn't help, though. You don't produce any sound, but snakes don't care - they have no ears. These reptiles perceive vibrations. And then, the snake lunges at you! Several horror-filled moments - and a massive snake as thick as an adult's arm is coiling around you... Let's try to figure out what does it feel like to be swallowed by such a huge snake!

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So there you are, standing on the observation deck near a massive waterfall. The wind ruffling your hair, the roaring water blocking out all sounds. And one thought enters your mind: what would happen if I fell down the waterfall? No need to imagine, it’s happened before! One of the most shocking incidents was at Niagara Falls, the largest of its kind in North America.

Niagara has some of the fastest waterfalls in the world. 6 million cubic feet of water – enough to fill 70 Olympic-sized swimming pools! – rushing down every minute. And if you’re at the bottom, that’s 7 times the weight of the Statue of Liberty falling on your head. Yet, people have survived that...

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Can you imagine a flight attendant dancing or eating food designated for passengers? Sounds unreal, doesn't it? Well, if you've ever wondered what crew gets up to on empty flights, you're about to find out. The sky's the limit! You'll be surprised by how creative they might get when there's no need to act according to the protocol.

There's a bonus waiting for you! You'll learn about a ghost-flight mystery. It happened in 1943, when a flight on a combat mission disappeared following a raid on Naples. What happened next surprised everyone...

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Have you ever heard of 'the twilight zone of sleep'? No, it's not a place where vampires sleep or a name of a weird hotel in the middle of nowhere. It's a special technique that can make a true genius out of you. What does it consist of? And how to enter this zone to get a brain boost?

The greatest minds: Leonardo da Vinci, Salvador Dali, Thomas Edison - all used this technique to get into the special zone of our brains. It allowed them to be creative and make breakthrough discoveries. Scientists believe that there're answers to the most critical questions for any person in this phase of sleep...

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Here're heart-breaking stories about three dogs that one day found themselves all alone in the street. Their humans left them. You'll listen to the stories by Charlie, Oscar and Rocky and see the world with their eyes. What does it feel like to be left by someone you loved and were faithful to, someone you thought was your mom or dad? All of these dogs once had owners. They spent a lot of time with them at the beginning, playing and having fun but then one day they just didn't need them anymore... Would you adopt a stray dog?

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These creatures have supertaste, supervision, can distinguish millions of colors and are extremely flexible. What are they? Some kind of superhuman, you might guess. Nope, these are women. Here're 30+ facts that prove how unique a female body is. Some of them are hard to believe, some will leave you speechless, some will definitely impress you and make you wanna tell all of your friends about it.

For example, women blink more often and faster than men. It's 19 against 11 blinks per minute. As females get older, they start to blink even more often because of higher levels of estrogen. Can you believe that? Blinking faster than a butterfly...

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No one wants to see this little creature in their kitchen. A cockroach causes panic, anxiety, and the sensation your house is all dirty and messy. But do you ever wonder how these fellas came about and why they are everywhere? Did cockroaches live along with the dinosaurs?

It turns out, the oldest ancestor of the cockroaches we have today appeared approximately 235 million years ago. These guys can easily adapt to any condition, that's why they made it through the toughest times in the history of our planet. They can even hold their breath for 40 minutes and can stay underwater for half an hour! Let's explore this creepy topic and learn everything about cockroaches to never be scared of them.

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There are some psychological tips that work on a subconscious level. They help you win another person’s trust, get somebody’s approval, and relax when you are stressed. You don’t need any advanced techniques. Using psychological tricks correctly can make you look more attractive to others and will allow you to achieve your goals.

"Why does she look at me like that?" "The boss called, I'm so scared." "The party is tomorrow, I'm so afraid of meeting new people." Emotions can complicate your life, and keep you from getting what you really want, so here are some psychological tips to help you always keep the situation under control.

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If you have a pet, you have probably heard some myths about them. Cats are nighttime hunters, dogs see the world in black and white, goldfish have a 3-second memory – it’s the pet “facts” we’ve all come to know and believe. But how about sorting out pet myths from pet truths?

Yes, your pooch does have a narrower visual spectrum than you do, but that doesn’t mean they can’t see colors at all. Cats are actually crepuscular creatures. As for goldfish, recent research shows that they are capable of learning! So, as you have probably guessed, these “facts” are just myths! Let's discover the truth behind them! 

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How to lose weight while you sleep? We can all agree that exercising regularly is the best way to lose weight and stay healthy. But do we exercise daily? No. Do we sleep daily? Yes. So what could be a better way to lose weight than to do so while we sleep?

The first thing you’ll need to do is boost your metabolism. As scientific studies show, cold water forces your body to burn more calories since it has to heat up to get that water in your belly warmer. The same concept works with the water you’re bathing in. By the way, all these tips will help you burn calories as you sleep. But just sleeping for 8 hours gets rid of 300 calories on its own!

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