This may come as a surprise given that Eric McCormack (better known as Will from Will & Grace) made headlines when he revealed that he auditioned "two or three times" for Ross. However, because executive producer Kevin Bright had previously worked with Schwimmer, the writers were already developing Ross's character in Schwimmer's voice. Schwimmer was, in fact, the first person to be cast in the show

Piet de Goede, a Dutchman, raised the world's biggest beet in 2005, weighing 156 pounds. This incredible achievement was accomplished by de Goede, who had been cultivating vegetables for over 40 years, and was a testimonial to his knowledge of the industry. The beet was so massive that it made the Guinness Book of World Records.

Another fun fact about Spain is that although Spanish is the majority language, Spain has 4 co-official languages. They are Catalan, Basque, Galician, and Aranese​. There are other Romance minority languages, though not official, that have special recognition, such as the Astur-Leonese group (table) and Aragonese (aragonés) in Aragon.​ You can think of it as English and French in Canada.

Anne Boden, CEO of the British bank Starling, commissioned a language analysis of 300 money-related publications a few years ago. She discovered that 90% of money articles geared at women advised women to spend less, while the majority of those aimed at males advised men to invest and develop wealth. 'Women are advised to reduce their coffee consumption in order to save money for a new pair of shoes,' Boden told the New York Times. 'Money is all about power suits, investing, and long-term ambitions with males.'

When pirates wore earrings, they weren't just trying to look fashionable. According to National Geographic, sailors believed that applying pressure to the earlobe would keep them from getting seasick. In many cases, the pirates would do so by putting on an earring. Unfortunately, while your inner ears affect your sense of balance, wearing earrings in your earlobes does not affect seasickness.

According to popular belief, the first lavish celebration of Dussehra was held in the Mysore Palace in the 17th century on the king's orders. Since then, Dussehra has been grandly observed throughout the nation.

Defectors from North Korea sent the nation thousands of USB flash sticks between 2016 and 2017. These flash drives contained a sizable amount of prohibited items, such as Hollywood movies, South Korean soap operas, and world news articles.

The Batcave made its television debut. The Batcave, as well as a slim Alfred Pennyworth, were presented in a 1943 TV serial called The Batman. Batman's all-encompassing awareness of everyone's secrets, whether friend or foe, defines him. But this time, we did the research on the Dark Knight, and we uncovered some lesser-known facts about him, ranging from his lost "first film" to some insane comic-book achievements.

We are always told that chocolate causes tooth decay, but it actually prevents tooth decay. The antibacterial agents in the cocoa beans inhibit the growth of the cavity-causing bacteria in the mouth and prevent tooth decay. But yes! This doesn't give you the right to eat chocolates daily

As you try to decide between products that treat each area of the body, the skin-care aisle at your neighbourhood drugstore might make your head spin. It's perfectly acceptable to use different products for different places depending on your preferences, skin type, and circumstances (such as acne). But keep in mind that taking care of your skin doesn't have to be difficult just because it performs a lot of tasks.

The disorder affects people in multiple areas of their life – home, work, school, relationships, etc. But people don’t have to be captive to their ADHD. As Canadian comedian Rick Green once said of himself: "I used to suffer from ADHD. And now I just have it."

Did you know that "serendipity," one of the British's favorite words, is derived from "Serendip," the Arab and Persian names for Sri Lanka? The English writer Horace Walpole coined the term in 1754, based on the title of a Persian fairy tale, The Three Princes of Serendip, in which the princes "were perpetually making discoveries, by accidents and sagacity, of things they were not in pursuit of." Sri Lanka is known as the "Land of Serendipity" for a reason: it has unspoiled beaches, timeless ruins, wonderful wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes.

Here's a rather contentious DC fact! Diana's romantic interests included both men and women when she was created in 1941. It's understandable when your identity is defined by your struggle with love and you're from an island populated entirely by women. Her creator, William Moulton Marston, was particularly inspired by his polyamorous situation. By the way, this was in 1940, when homosexuality was illegal.

The rising prevalence of type 2 diabetes is attributable, in part, to increased insulin resistance in our population as we get more obese and exercise less. Insulin resistance can be lowered within a few days of beginning a low-calorie diet, even before significant weight reduction occurs (American Diabetes Association, 1998). Subsequent weight loss improves insulin sensitivity even more. Exercise, especially strenuous exercise, lowers insulin resistance, albeit this benefit fades fast (within 5 days) if exercise is discontinued (American Diabetes Association, 1998).

During the late 90s, the company used to call their subscribers near the company’s location for surveys. They would also ask them to visit the company and observe how they work. When they visit, the company bought them coffee to gain valuable information about their usage.  

 

Venetia Burney suggested the name Pluto after the Roman god of the Underworld after her grandpa informed her about the newly found planet. Pluto the planet, like the God, sat in the furthest ends of the solar system, thus it felt appropriate. Her grandpa was taken with the name and proposed it to a friend, who happened to be an Oxford University astronomy professor. Pluto piqued the interest of astronomers since the first two letters of the name are Percival Lowell's initials.

History was made on 1 April 2001 when the Netherlands became the world’s first country to legalize same-sex marriage. Job Cohen, the mayor of Amsterdam at the time, married four couples at midnight on 1 April to mark the occasion. Many same-sex couples have since happily tied the knot. 

Amsterdam is also known for being one of the world’s most LGBTQ-friendly cities, with plenty of gay bars. You can also see the Homomonument in the city centre, a tribute to gay men and women.

Pink has been known to suppress anger and anxiety while also having a calming effect. It is frequently used in mental health care facilities and even prisons to help create a sense of calm. More pink details can be found in Adam Alter's book Drunk Tank Pink.

Flatfish are fish with a flat body and both eyes on one side of the head. Flatfish species found in Florida waters include flounder, sole, and halibut. Flatfish live on the bottom and are frequently partially submerged in sand or mud, waiting for food to swim past. Some flatfish species may alter their color to blend in with their environment.

"I didn't like the guitar," Lisa Kudrow admitted of Phoebe Buffay's musical instrument of choice. "It wasn't sinking in with me. So I'm pretty sure I asked, 'What if she plays the bongos?'" They eventually brought in a guitar teacher, but that didn't last long. Kudrow learned a couple of chords before declaring that she was finished with the lessons. She reasoned that Phoebe would only know a few chords anyway. And thank goodness, because "Smelly Cat" is perfect as is.

According to E. Bruce Goldstein's Sensation and Perception, pirates would patch one eye so it was always adjusted for the darkness to help their eyes adjust more quickly between the bright ship deck and the dark belowdecks.

Aside from being high in calcium, fortified plant milk are naturally free of lactose and cholesterol, and they have fewer calories and saturated fat than conventional milk. As a result, they are appropriate for persons with a variety of dietary needs, including those who are health-conscious, follow a plant-based, flexitarian, or vegan diet, and have a cow's milk allergy or lactose intolerance.

Convertibles have a tremendously exciting and romantic feel about them. Even though the country was not equipped for open-air automobiles and the heat, many Indians enjoyed the Standard Herald when it debuted in 1965. However, it is an excellent option for friends and families that wish to travel together. For decades, this automobile could be spotted on numerous Indian roadways.