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Do you think that the newer an airplane, the safer the flight? Not quite. Modern commercial aircraft are very robust. One of the oldest commercial airplanes, a Boeing 737-200, made its first flight 40 years ago and still makes 3-4 regular flights a day! But what happens to the retired aircraft?

There are several options for airplanes that don't fly anymore. One of the most common options is simply storage. The most ideal places for this purpose of storing airliners are deserts with dry climates, where the planes won't rust too quickly. But what happens to airplanes after they arrive?

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Hey there! You know these tips on how to become a millionaire by adopting certain habits? Well, I decided to challenge myself and start an experiment to check if this is for real. I adopted the rich people’s habits and tried to keep up such a routine for a month, recording my progress on video. 

And you know what? It was an interesting experience. Although I don’t think I can keep it up any longer, I’ll certainly take some habits into my everyday routine from now on. I’m pretty sure they’ll bring positive change to my life. 

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Our bodies are one of the most complicated machines there is. Like any sophisticated machine, they constantly send information about defects: in this case, the workings of our internal organs and systems. However, we often ignore what our bodies tell us, and this is a big mistake. For example, sometimes your ears can ring! You can also hear some hissing, whistling, buzzing, and even roaring. But all this noise doesn't have an external source. That's why it's known as “phantom sounds.” But why are your ears ringing?

Or ever seen little dots traveling in squiggly lines, especially when you're looking at a bright blue sky? These dots are only visible for a second or so and might look like itty-bitty worms. What are they? We found some more truly impressive facts about the human body to tell you. Do you know, for example, what "the Pinocchio Effect" is? Or why you can't swallow and breathe at the same time? Or why your lips look red? These unbelievable facts about our bodies will definitely surprise you!

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You probably heard that turning off your computer for the night can be harmful to it. But you must’ve also heard the conflicting point of view: that you actually should turn it off when not using it for long. So what’s the right thing to do then?

The belief that your desktop should work all the time comes from the dawn of the computer era — the 1980s. Back then, computers were made of different materials, and frequently turning them off and back on could potentially damage them. But what about now?

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A good night sleep is vital for the normal functioning of your body and your overall helth. But how do you beat insomnia and fall asleep quickly if you just can't? Here's an unusual recipe that really works: a pack of ice peas. Yup, you've read it right: ice peas will help you have a good and healthy sleep. How does it work?

This has something to do with your vagus nerve. It's one of the longest and most complex nerves in your body that starts in your brain and passes down through the neck, chest, and abdomen. And it turns out, this nerve absolutely loves ice! So prepare a back of ice peas and enjoy this video.

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Each of us has to use public bathrooms once in awhile. We might not like them or feel uncomfortable about them but we still go there and use them. But have you ever wondered why toilet stall doors rarely reach all the way to the floor? It turns out, there're several reasons for it and I'm gonna explain all of them to you.

In this video you're also gonna find out why "push-to-enter" doors are the most common ones in public bathrooms. Partially it has something to do with the fact that people are usually in a way bigger hurry when they enter the bathroom than when they exit... But not just that.

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In modern world we're surrounded by cameras everywhere: on our laptops, in our smartphones, even in the mirrors in hotels. Wait, in the mirrors? Yup, know these life hacks, so nobody can spy on you through hidden cameras. There's a way to know if the mirror you're looking at is real or fake and someone has installed a hidden camera inside it...

I'm also gonna teach you how to be extra careful in public places and which things can serve as surveillance objects. Be especially attentive when you're dealing with an ATM and don't connect to unknown Wi-Fi spots in public places. What else? Here's a guide on how to stay safe and detect right away if somebody’s watching you.

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The world is full of cool lifehacks you might have never heard of. Here's a number of great tips to know no trouble. A mirror can help you check whether your bed sheets are fully dried. In order to pour the perfect amount of oil or salad dressing, poke holes in the foil seal. You can paint the end of your keys with different colored nail polish so you can easily identify which key is which.

By the way, have you ever seen the viral photos of placing a red cup under the toilet seat? This turns out to be a sign for other people. What does it indicate?

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Do you like to watch anime? How about being part of it? There are many anime characters you can be inspired by. Sometimes we feel related to a character in a particular anime or manga, and it is really fun to dream about your favorite anime characters. Even thinking further: what if you woke up as anime character portrayed in the show?

Here’s a cool video about a person who woke up right inside an anime movie. It’s someone who’s always dreamed about being the main protagonist of a story but never thought his dream would really come true…

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You can google anything you want on the Internet. It's full of answers to any questions, lifehacks, or tips to solve any problem. But isn't it so much cooler to impress you friends or classmates with your knowledge even without peeping at the screen of your gadget?

For example, have you ever wondered why beds aren't right on the floor? A long time ago, people didn't elevate their mattresses off the floor. This practice started in ancient Egypt and continued in many other cultures. Why was it convenient? And why do we still make beds so high off the floor?

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