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How many bitcoins can be mined?
Cryptocurrency
A maximum of 21 million bitcoins can be mined. As of 2024, 20 million of this supply have been mined Read more
Where was The Lord of the Rings filmed?
Movies
The Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed entirely in New Zealand. Key locations include: North ... Read more
When was the first telephone call?
Technology
The first telephone call took place on 10 March 1876, when Alexander Graham Bell spoke to his assist... Read more
When were seat belts invented
Automotive
The modern three-point seat belt was invented by Volvo engineer Nils Bohlin in 1959. Before this, se... Read more
Does LPG Expire
Energy
LPG (propane) does not expire and has an indefinite shelf life, typically lasting 10 to 30 years or ... Read more
How long do LED lights last?
Technology
LED lights typically last between 25,000 to 50,000 hours, which translates to about 10 to 20 years o... Read more
How long do ants live?
Nature
Ant lifespans vary greatly depending on the species. Worker ants, for example, can have lifespans ra... Read more
What is 'dead man's curve'?
Aviation
"Dead man's curve" is a danger zone for helicopters where flying too low and too slow can make it ne... Read more
What Navy Ship Did Cher Film 'If I Could Turn Back Time' On?
Music
Cher filmed the music video for "If I Could Turn Back Time" on the USS Missouri in 1989, a decision ... Read more
Why is the sky blue?
Science
The sky appears blue because sunlight, which contains all colors, is scattered as it passes through ... Read more