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Interesting facts


  • The average speed of the contestants in the Great Steamboat Race, held each year before the Kentucky Derby, is only 7 miles per hour.


  • The Chinese box turtle has at least four common names, and there is debate over its genus classification.


  • English football referee Matt Messias once urged a Portsmouth defender not to kick an opposing player during a match against Newcastle United because "the devil was trying to get him sent off".


  • Circles and Reuleaux triangles are examples of curves of constant width.


  • British philosopher Iain King is attempting to apply the scientific revolution to ethics.


  • Amsterdam's Prostitution Information Center provides the city's visitors with information and advice about prostitution.


  • Fetal movement begins as early as seven weeks after conception.


  • The Grand National which takes place at Aintree each year is the most popular event for horse racing fans, so why not check out the latest Grand National Odds!

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