Article created by: Ieva Pečiulytė

Did you know that the official name for a hashtag is an octothorpe? If not, this means there’s still so much potential to learn something new and give your brain the workout it deserves. After all, the effects of acquiring new information are all positive. 

We at Bored Panda passionately promote curiosity and discovering novel things, regardless of age. Therefore, we present you with a fresh list of fun facts and diverse and intriguing tidbits of knowledge courtesy of the Facebook page “Interesting Facts.” Scroll down to find them, and don’t forget to stay curious, people!

While you’re at it, make sure to check out a conversation with neuroscientist and author from Denmark Emma Louise Louth, who kindly agreed to answer a few questions about curiosity.

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Small apartment interior in Finland, showcasing an innovative approach to reducing homelessness with mental health support.

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    Engagement ring returned by a beggar, leading to a $185,000 fundraiser as a gesture of gratitude.

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    Living root bridge in India made from the roots of ficus trees, showcasing a fascinating cultural practice.

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    Person wearing a black T-shirt, associated with VLC, standing outdoors, linked to interesting facts about random things.

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    Student waiting for train in remote village, highlighting interesting facts about station kept open for her school commute.

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    Cheetah and puppy together, illustrating interesting fact about cheetahs being paired with dogs for emotional support.

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    Two seahorses entwined, showcasing a morning dance, highlighting interesting animal facts.

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    Grandma at Enoteca Maria, Staten Island, discussing interesting facts about global cuisine at the restaurant.

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    A woman with a mug looks out at quiet snowy trees, demonstrating interesting facts about snowfall's sound-absorbing nature.

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    Guitar-shaped forest seen from above, created by farmer to honor his late wife; a true interesting fact about random things.

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    Ancient flush toilet at Minoan Palace of Knossos in Crete, featuring wooden seat and advanced drainage system.

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    Lake above ocean, Faroe Islands, Denmark. Stunning natural scenery with cliffs and water.

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    Aerial view of a busy highway illustrating traffic facts about reducing congestion by maintaining safe distances.

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    Man smiling with a woman, holding candy, with text on viral Facebook facts about a Burger King employee's 27th anniversary.

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    Eminem on a bus wearing headphones; fun fact about rap song winning an Oscar shared by Facebook page.

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    Vintage shoes used by WWII spies to mislead Germans, displayed in a museum exhibit of interesting facts.

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    Close-up of a Piglet squid, Helicocranchia pfefferi, illustrating interesting facts about its size and ocean habitat.

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    Ancient library with 84,000 manuscripts discovered in Sakya Monastery, shelves filled with stacked texts.

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    Dumbo octopus swimming in deep ocean, showcasing interesting facts about its habitat depths.

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    Hand holding a KFC chicken sandwich on a tray, with a drink in the background; related to random interesting fact.

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    Small rural town in Washington, with sign for Wauconda, bought in 2010; includes buildings and open land. Facts about random things.

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    Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Leicester page with astronomical sketches, purchased by Bill Gates in 1994 for $30.8 million.

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    Grocery items on a table showing true interesting facts about food costs versus cigarettes in Australia.

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    Tanzanite held by tweezers, a rare gem found only in Tanzania, considered 1000 times rarer than diamonds.

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    Man holding large fish from River Monsters show, with surrounding greenery, illustrating interesting facts about the series.

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    Tiny Octopus wolfi on fingertip, showcasing true interesting facts about the world's smallest octopus species.

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    Leaf-tailed gecko camouflaged as a dry leaf on a branch, showcasing interesting random animal facts.

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    Child concentrating on chess, person holding game controller, with text highlighting interesting facts about concentration.

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    Kitten and tiger illustrating interesting facts about feline paws with fewer toes, enhancing speed.

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    Map of Japan with GPS drawing spelling "Marry Me," illustrating a true interesting fact.

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    Polar bear on ice with black skin fact, highlighting interesting facts about random things.

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    Man stands by a red door set in a TV show, showcasing a true interesting fact about a successful business pitch.

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    Kummakivi, a 550-ton rock in Finland, balances on another for 12,000 years, surrounded by forest.

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    Exterior of New York City Center at night, illuminating the street with people gathered outside.

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    Aerial view of an island off Long Island, privately owned by the same family for nearly 400 years.

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    Sony waterproof Walkman displayed in water bottles showcasing its waterproof feature, shared by a Facebook page.

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    Sprinklers spraying warm water on Japanese streets during snowfall to melt snow, showcasing an interesting fact.

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    People cooking perpetual stew in Bangkok restaurant, known for serving from the same soup batch for 45 years.

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    #39

    "Interesting facts: Greek soldier and dog incident leading to a Bulgarian invasion, known as the War of the Stray Dog."

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