In the late 1800's, washing machines and butter churners were sometimes powered by dogs walking on treadmills.

The longest place-name still in use is: Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiakitnatahu, a New Zealand hill.

A family of 26 could go to the movies in Mexico city for the price of one in Tokyo.

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