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Convicted (adj.) Having been declared guilty of a criminal offense by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge. #word_of_the_day

Holding your partner's hand helps relieve pain due to oxytocin release and heart rate synchronization. #health

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​​Why do F1 cars spark? The sparks are from Titanium skid blocks embedded in the ‘legality plank’ on the underside of the car. At high speed the cars are pressed down onto the track by aerodynamic forces causing the titanium to generate sparks. At high speed tires distort and the suspension contracts, bringing the car even closer to the earth. Here, the car’s undercarriage protrusions scrape the track surface, causing sparks to fly. These projections aren’t just for looks; they’re an integral part of the design for aerodynamics. The plank is mandated by F1 regulations to maintain a minimum ride height and to limit the use of ground effects to enhance handling. If there is more than a millimeter of wear the car can be disqualified, however teams are allowed to use the skid blocks to reduce wear. Titanium skids had been used previously in the 80’s and 90’s. Driver Nigel Mansell said he used to find bumps on the track to generate sparks to distract the drivers behind him. They were reintroduced in 2015 both as a safety precaution (titanium being lighter than tungsten) and to provide a better show.

Trying to be perfect will keep you in paralysis. Film the video. Record the podcast. Write the book. Share the content. Start the venture. You will grow through the journey, only once you embark on it. Take the first step today. #motivation

A key symptom of depression is anhedonia, the inability to feel joy or pleasure. It's a core feature of depression and one of the most treatment-resistant symptoms Researchers identified the part of the brain responsible for blunting rewards and found ketamine works. #psychology

Spelling bees are more common in English-speaking countries, primarily due to the irregularities and inconsistencies in English spelling. #knowledge

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“We are going to have peace even if we have to fight for it.” #quotes

In France, it's illegal for restaurants to offer unlimited free refills of sugary drinks. #countries

LSD was discovered by Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann in 1938 when he accidentally absorbed a small amount of the substance through his fingertips and experienced its psychedelic effects, leading to further study and its eventual popularization. #people #science

“One way to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure.” - William Feather. #quotes

Titanic wreck is being consumed by iron-eating bacteria every day It's expected to disintegrate totally in a few decades to over a century. #knowledge

In the 1890s, X-rays were popular entertainment, even used at home Unfortunately, many fans developed cancer or died due to radiation exposure. #history

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When severely depressed patients were treated with psilocybin, the psychoactive chemical found in magic mushrooms, all experienced some level of emotional improvement Two-thirds were in remission after one week, and 42% of those patients were depression-free after three months. #health

Sarcasm can enhance creativity and intelligence, according to Harvard researchers. #knowledge

🎂 Company Age (Youngest to Oldest): 1️⃣ 🐦 Twitter: 16 years 2️⃣ 👥 Facebook: 18 years 3️⃣ 🚘 Tesla: 19 years 4️⃣ 🔍 Google: 24 years 5️⃣ 📺 Netflix: 25 years 6️⃣ 🛍️ Amazon: 28 years 7️⃣ 🍏 Apple: 46 years 8️⃣ 💻 Microsoft: 47 years 9️⃣ 🎮 Sony: 76 years 🔟 📱 Samsung: 84 years #tech

The older you get, the thirstier you become. Your body becomes less efficient at retaining water as you age. #health