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History

William Hitler

Adolf Hitler’s half-nephew, William Patrick Hitler, was born in Liverpool, England, to Alois Hitler Jr. (Adolf Hitler’s half-brother). He grew up in England before moving to Germany in the 1930s, hoping to leverage his family name to gain employment. Unhappy with his limited job prospects, William allegedly threatened Adolf Hitler that he would release embarrassing family secrets if he didn’t help him get a more prestigious job.

Unsurprisingly, this enraged Adolf Hitler, forcing William to flee Nazi Germany for the United States. When World War II broke out, William took a remarkable turn—he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1942 and actually fought against the Axis powers, serving until 1947.

Science

Three hearts and blue blood — what am I?

An Octopus. Octopuses have three hearts. One heart pumps blood to the rest of the body, while the other two pump it to the gills. Their blood is blue because it contains a special molecule called hemocyanin, which helps them survive in cold water with less oxygen.

Tech & Engineering

Is the Eiffel Tower getting taller?

Yes and no. The Eiffel Tower's height changes due to the thermal expansion of metal. In the warmer months, heat causes the iron structure to expand, increasing its height by up to 15 cm (6 inches). In contrast, during colder months, it contracts back down to its original size.

Sport

How many Clubs?

In golf — particularly in the pros — players are allowed to carry a maximum of 14 clubs in their golf bag during a round. Golfers choose their clubs based on their playing style and the course conditions.

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Nature & Geography

Guess the flag

Business & Politics

Coca-Cola was originally marketed as medicine

In 1886, American pharmacist John Pemberton created an early version of Coca-Cola as a remedy for minor ailments like headaches and fatigue.

This original formula contained coca leaf extract (which includes small amounts of cocaine), giving the drink its stimulating effect. This is where the name "Coca-Cola" comes from.

Arts & Literature

What is a Euphemism?

A euphemism is a softer or more indirect word or phrase used in place of one that might be considered harsh, offensive, or unpleasant. It's often used to make language more socially acceptable or to soften the impact of certain words or concepts. For example, "passed away" instead of "died" or "let go" instead of "fired."

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Entertainment

How long did KUWTK run for?

Keeping Up with the Kardashians ran for 20 seasons from 2007 to 2021.

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   B - Russia

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   B - Fox

   C - Red Panda

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   B - Walmart

   C - Foxconn

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