The world’s longest-lasting light bulb, the Centennial Light at Fire Station 6 in Livermore, California, has reportedly been burning since 1901, with a few interruptions during power failures.

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On April Fool’s day in 1976, BBC convinced many listeners that a special alignment of the planets would temporarily decrease gravity on Earth. Phone lines were flooded with callers who claimed they felt the effects.

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The ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus attempted to cure a serious illness by lying in the sun covered in cow dung. He died the following day.

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The world’s oldest existing lighthouse is considered to be Tower of Hercules, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that marks the entrance of Spain’s La Coruña harbor. The lighthouse, which was erected in the first century, is still operational.

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The first licensed African American Female pilot was named Bessie Coleman.

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