1. Around 57% of languages studied do not have gender-specific pronouns. I.e they cater for non-binary identities.
2. The Vandals were a migrating group of conquers who originated from Scandinavia. They ransacked Rome, and from their actions came the word ‘Vandalism’.
3. When sharks swim, because of the nature of their skin - which is made of little teeth - they can reduces drag by 10 to 12%. Engineers are tryna adapt this for the aviation industry. Planes will burn less fuel and reduce pollution.🦈✈️
4. The moment you put your key in your door and suddenly have to pee is so prevalent, it known as ‘The Latchkey Phenomenon’. Your brain knows you can find relief quickly, and stops suppressing your bladder. 💦😣
5. Gaza has the highest percentage of child amputees in the world.
6. The Gervais principle, articulated by Venkatesh Rao (based on a in-depth but light-hearted analysis of The Office) is a theory that ‘sociopaths’ who know how to acquire and manipulate power rule all organisations. Beneath them are the loyal ‘clueless’ and disaffected ‘losers.’
7. 20 years ago, adults could focus on a screen without interruption for an average of 2 and a half minutes. In 2012, it was 75 seconds. In 2021, it shrank to an average of 47 seconds.
8. China is soon to have a zero-tariff policy for exports from 53 African countries.
9. Trump included Congo-Brazzaville in his travel ban. He meant to include the Democratic Republic of Congo. 😂🤡
10. Annoyance is the price of community.