Did you know that humans shed 200,000,000 skin cells every hour or that the Philippines has more than 7,600 islands?
These pieces of information don’t necessarily add value to your life, but it’s always nice to learn something new. That’s what this list is all about.
We’ve picked out some of the most interesting posts from the Be Amazed subreddit. All 8.3 million members share a fascination for people, places, and events that have made a mark throughout history. Each image is worth spending some time on.
But don’t just take our word for it. Scroll through this compilation and enjoy expanding your understanding of everything around you.
#1 Fearless Beyond Expression
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#2 Jason Momoa Being Awesome
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#3 These Two Took Care Of Elderly Residents After They Were Abandoned In A Care Home After It Closed Down
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Since we’re on the topic of fascinating facts, did you know that McDonald’s once created bubblegum-flavored broccoli? Let that sink in for a few moments.
This was back in 2014 when health advocates compelled the fast-food giant to enhance the nutritional quality of its menu items. The idea was to introduce healthy eating to children through this innovative Happy Meal addition.
However, during focus group discussions, the idea was a flop, and the company was urged to scrap it altogether.
#4 Amazing!
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#5 A Great Person And An Even Greater Idea
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#6 Brave Man Fights His Own Battles
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We know the Olympics as a prestigious event where athletes from around the world showcase their skills while representing their respective nations. But from 1912 to 1948, art competitions were part of the events.
People vied for the same bronze, silver, and gold medals across five categories: literature, architecture, painting, music, and sculpture. An international jury determined the winners.
#7 Thank You Tula
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#8 Sir Fredrick Banting
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#9 A True Hero
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The late Neil Armstrong became a household name for being the first human being to set foot on the moon. But in 2004, he was in the news headlines after barbershop owner Marx Sizemore collected his hair clippings and sold them for a whopping $3,000 to collector John Reznikoff.
Armstrong threatened to sue Sizemore, who refused to give in. Reznikoff, however, donated an additional $3,000 to charity.
#10 Anti-Poachers Takes Selfie With Gorillas They Are Protecting
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#11 This Father With Down Syndrome Raised A Son That Is Now A Doctor
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#12 Keanu On His Private Foundation
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Since 2011, the pope has been ineligible to donate his organs. According to Vatican officials, the pope’s body “belongs to the entire church” and must remain intact when buried. Others argue that the recipient may risk becoming an object of veneration, especially when the pope who passed on becomes a saint.
Until 1903, the Vatican in Rome removed the organs of a pope who had recently passed on and turned them into relics for the church.
#13 Love And Care Can Transform Anything To Beautiful
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#14 You Daily Dose Of A Goodboy!
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#15 Vlc's Creator Refused Several Tens Of Millions Of Dollars To Keep The Software Ads Free
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Now, it’s your turn, readers. Do you have any interesting facts that you would want to share? Which of these did you find the most fascinating? Let us know in the comments below!
#16 This Is What Humanity Is All About
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#17 We Don't Deserve Dogs
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#18 Chuck Feeney: The Guy Who Helped Students Avoid Crushing Debt
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#19 In Brazil, This Couple Planted 2 Million Trees In 18 Years True Heroes
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#20 Iranian Chess Player Dorsa Derakhshani Was Given An Ultimatum By The Islamic Regime: Wear The Hijab Or You’re Banned From Competing. She Didn’t Just Refuse; She Joined The U.S. Team, Became A Chess Grandmaster, A World Champion, And Recently Started Medical School
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#21 These 2 Frames Captured By The Russian Photographer Vadim Trunov May Be The Cutest Photos Of All Time
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#22 In 2012, Lenovo CEO Yang Yuanqing Received A $3 Million Bonus For The Company’s Financial Success. Rather Than Keeping It, He Shared It With 10,000 Lower-Level Employees, Including Production-Line Workers And Assistants, Giving Each Around $314. Yang Repeated This Gesture In 2013
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#23 A Real Life Superhero
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#24 True Hero
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#25 Perfect Shot Of A Red-Billed Oxpecker, Resting On The Horn Of This Rhino
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#26 Kenyan Teenagers Plants 11 Trees For Every Goal He Scores
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#27 Overweight Since Childhood - No Energy, No Motivation, And A Growing Pile Of Health Issues Until I Decided To Make A Change
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#28 Shaq Ditched Reebok, Sold 400 Million Affordable Shoes With Walmart
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#29 Flowers After An Ice Storm
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#30 This Guy Cleaned Up An Entire Park By Himself! He Went Hiking For At Least An Hour Everyday, Filling 1-2 Buckets To The Brim With Trash Every Hike
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#31 Imagine Being Able To Make Stone Look Soft
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#32 He Helped So Many People
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#33 A Chunk Of Quartz Found In Arkansas Worth $4 Million
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#34 Dennis The Dieting Dog Lost 79% Of His Body Weight With Healthy Habits
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#35 Respect
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#36 Most Difficult Drawing I've Ever Done - The Laces Destroyed Me
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#37 “The Wrong Amazon Is Burning” On The Amazon Tower In Berlin
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#38 Salute To This Mom
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#39 That Feels Truly Wholesome
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#40 If There's A Wheel, There's A Way
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#41 This Man Lived For 555 Days Without A Heart
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#42 Awesome And Heartwarming
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#43 These Two Beauties Had Been Barn Mates But Were Separated For A Few Months. This Is Was What Happened When They Saw Each Other At The Horse Park After Their Long Absence From Each Other
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#44 The Guy Deserves Respect
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#45 2 Teens Won $50,000 For Inventing A Device That Can Filter Toxic Microplastics From Water
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#46 What An Awesome Idea
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#47 The Tallest Tree In Wales Was Damaged By Lightning And Instead Of Cutting It Down, A Chainsaw Artist Did This As A Symbol Of The Trees Last Attempt To Reach The Sky
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#48 After 320 Days Of Work, My Pencil Drawing Is Finally Done
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#49 The Contents Of A Single Fire Truck
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#50 6 Months Sober
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