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Eiffel Tower's Surprising Growth: Science of Thermal Expansion Revealed

Eiffel Tower's Surprising Growth: Science of Thermal Expansion Revealed

Discover the science behind the Eiffel Tower's remarkable seasonal height changes, as thermal expansion causes this iconic landmark to grow and shrink with temperature.

Nikhil Wad
Nikhil Wad
Gmail's Launch Day Prank: How Google Revolutionized Email Forever

Gmail's Launch Day Prank: How Google Revolutionized Email Forever

Uncover the incredible story of Gmail's launch on April Fool's Day 2004, when Google's groundbreaking email service was mistaken for an elaborate prank that would revolutionize digital communication.

Nikhil Wad
Nikhil Wad
The Great Fire of London: 80% Burned, Only 6 Lives Lost in 1666

The Great Fire of London: 80% Burned, Only 6 Lives Lost in 1666

Uncover the astonishing story of the Great Fire of London, where 80% of the city burned but only six lives were lost in this incredible historical mystery.

Nikhil Wad
Nikhil Wad
Lincoln's Last Act: The Secret Service's Shocking Birth on Assassination Day

Lincoln's Last Act: The Secret Service's Shocking Birth on Assassination Day

Discover the incredible story of how Abraham Lincoln founded the Secret Service on the same day he was tragically assassinated, changing American history forever.

Nikhil Wad
Nikhil Wad
Purple to Orange: The Surprising Evolution of Carrots Through History

Purple to Orange: The Surprising Evolution of Carrots Through History

Uncover the colorful history of carrots, from their purple origins in Persia to the orange varieties we know today - a fascinating journey of agricultural transformation.

Nikhil Wad
Nikhil Wad