This horrific reality is the outcome of US airstrikes on Laos during the Vietnam War, when the US unleashed more than two million tonnes of bombs throughout Laos for nine years, from 1964 to 1973. Because 30% of these bombs did not explode, most of Laos' soil is unfit for agriculture. Hundreds of Laotians are still injured or murdered as a result of unintentionally finding bombs and grenades.

A great many people experience early admonition indications of a looming assault. Feelings, for example, peculiar food desires, state of mind swings, and wild yawning can happen as long as 24 hours ahead. Quickly ahead of time, one out of five headache victims will have tactile side effects known as "quality." These incorporate blazing lights, vulnerable sides, deadness, or the sensation of being snatched.

Apollo spent time with both men and women, but since he was an Olympian, he was frequently rejected. Cassandra, a princess of Troy, was one of his love obsessions. He wooed her by bestowing the gift of prophecy upon her, but she rejected him after getting it. As a kind of retaliation, Apollo attached a curse to his gift, stating that she will be able to see the future, but no one will believe her.

The size of a person's "orbitomedial prefrontal cortex" (the area of the brain that recognises other people's moods and personalities) can predict the size of that person's social circle, according to an Oxford researcher. In a social network, the typical prefrontal cortex has roughly 147.8 pals.

According to eyewitness accounts, yetis may reside in China, India, Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, and Russia.

It has over 300 native mammals, including marsupials, monotremes, and placental mammals.

If the Babylonians hadn't thought 12 was a neater number than 13, you could have been born under the sign Ophiuchus. The 13th constellation was dropped from the Zodiac calendar 3,000 years ago, NASA explains.

Consider speeding to 100 mph and returning to zero in less than four seconds. If you have a cardiac issue, you may not live. The sensation is similar to being pressed by an invisible force. In such a circumstance, breath control is critical, and F1 drivers must go through many drills to prepare for G-Force. Formula 1 vehicles are capable of such a feat because they must sharply stop while approaching curves and then accelerate swiftly, as it is a race against time. When the drivers are subjected to force, their stamina and overall physical condition are tested.

Donald Davies, a computer pioneer, helped pave the path for the birth of the internet by inventing packet-switched networking. (In addition, fellow Briton Sir Tim Berners-Lee created the World Wide Web.)

The danger of a migraine for the most part can't be dispensed with. However, you can work with your primary care physician to deal with the condition and lessen its consequences for your life. A great many people utilize two methodologies: effective medications to stop a migraine in the works, and way of life changes and preventive prescription to avert the following one.

More than 700 different versions of Cinderella have been collected from all over the world, and it has been translated into almost every language. In addition, it is the most popular pantomime on the British stage.

Several studies on insomnia have indicated that persistent cigarette smokers have greater incidences of insomnia symptoms such as sleep deprivation, longer sleep latency, increased rapid eye movement, sleep density, and more bouts of obstructive sleep apnea.

Do you believe the Ark of the Covenant is hidden away in a government warehouse? Wrong. It's in Lara Croft's foyer, to be precise. Hey, it's a great way to evict lingering partygoers.

There are between 32 and 45 different species of rattlesnakes known to science, and Arizona is home to many of them. 
This includes the sidewinder rattlesnake, which is renowned for its horns and side-winding movements, as well as the western diamond-backed rattlesnake, which is the largest rattlesnake in the West. Four species are under special protection in Arizona, according to the Arizona Game and Fish Department: the massasauga rattlesnake, the twin-spotted rattlesnake, the ridge-nosed rattlesnake, and the rock rattlesnake.

China pieces have served as a special collector's item for porcelain enthusiasts ranging from Chinese emperors to Western art lovers. The highest price ever paid for a piece of antique china is $84,000,000. Less expensive, non-antique pieces are always a popular souvenir for friends and family as the classic artistic product of China.

Every second, around 28 million litres (700,000 gallons) of water flow down Niagara Falls. It is believed to be the fastest-moving waterfall in the world. With a height of 188 feet (57 meters) and a depth of 170 feet (52 meters), Horseshoe Falls is the tallest waterfall. Glacier action caused Niagara Falls to develop some 12,000 years ago.

The Gainesville Ripper, an American serial killer, murdered students in disturbing ways. Kevin Williamson, a screenwriter, was "scared out of his mind" while watching a news report about the murders. He was inspired by his fear to write the opening scene of Scream.

Niagara Falls generates a lot of electricity and erected its first hydroelectric station on the Niagara River in 1881. Today, it generates approximately one-fourth of the electricity for the state of New York and the Canadian province of Ontario, and various hydroelectric facilities in and near Niagara Falls provide electricity for both America and Canada. In the summer, hydroelectric stations divert less water, allowing tourists to view a larger water flow. Because less water falls across Niagara Falls at night, power generation input rises.

In the meanwhile, the sterling silver-copper alloy may be used to make not just jewellery but also cutlery and tableware. Because of copper's hypoallergenic characteristics, sterling silver is non-irritating to the skin.

Going through a list of America's most notorious serial killers, two signs stand out above all the rest: Pisces and Gemini. Pisces are known for being loners, and Geminis are known for their charm—two characteristics commonly found in serial murderers.

It's strange to think of the founder of modern science dabbling in astrology. But two things should be kept in mind: First, historians warn us that judging historical events by today's standards is tricky. We all know that astrology is nonsense, yet astrology was only just beginning to separate from astronomy at the time of Galileo. Besides, Galileo was not wealthy: A professor who can teach astrological methods will be more in demand than one who cannot.

One of the lesser-known facts of the Indian Ocean is that it has a number of tectonic plate boundaries, notably the Rodrigues Triple Point, where the African, Indo-Australian, and Antartic continental plates collide.

Italian scientists and researchers have recently been able to conduct CT scans of the bodies interred at Pompeii thanks to recent technological advancements. One of the most intriguing things they have revealed is that Pompeii's inhabitants had white, straight teeth. This is related to their excellent diet, but it is also possibly related to the area's high fluorine content as a result of the volcano.