It's been 30 days since Uranus first appeared in the sky. Initially, it seemed like our Moon had found a celestial companion. But soon, we realized something significantly larger was approaching. What caused Uranus to become so unstable? How might this colossal collision transform the ice giant? And what's the reason for the dreadful odor? Ugh.

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Do you drink energy drinks? Do you drink them every day? Do you drink multiple ones every day? Then you just might be addicted to energy drinks. But why is that so bad when everyone else is addicted to coffee? In a stressed-out world suffering from constant fatigue and low energy, many of us have to find ways to stay energized or just stay awake, but is that necessarily bad?

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Dry ice is one of the coldest substances on Earth. This is what it does to a flower. And check out what it does to this action figure. Now, what would happen if you swallowed dry ice? What would it do to your skin? How much could you eat before it hurts you? And how would it affect your stomach?

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Among Us is a video game that has captured the world's attention. It's immensely popular on platforms like Twitch and YouTube, with even politicians engaging in gameplay. But imagine if this game was more than virtual. What if Among Us unfolded in real life? Who among the crewmates would be suspicious? What kinds of tasks would you have to complete? And could you survive until the very end?

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Throughout history, there have been many incredible civilizations that have shaped the way we live today. One was Ancient Rome, a once majestic and thriving city whose strong foundations live on to this day. Yet despite all its grandeur, life as an average citizen in Ancient Rome was hard and unforgiving. What strange customs did the Romans have? What was the life expectancy of an average citizen? What did the Romans do for fun?

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Aerogel, the world's lightest solid, is an incredibly rare substance used in spacecraft as an insulator. Imagine filling an entire pool with this material and then jumping into it. What would happen to your skin? What is aerogel composed of, and how much would it cost to do such an experiment?

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Discover the consequences of neglecting dental hygiene as we explore the story of a man who didn't brush his teeth for over two years, leading to severe decay and tooth removal. What would happen if you never brushed again? Learn about the bacteria that inhabit your mouth, the impact on your health, and how long you can go before losing your teeth.

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