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00:00Trains used to make people mad.
00:02During the Victorian era, there was this rumor that the swaying motion of train carriages made passengers, especially men, go
00:10a bit crazy, leading to some strange and dangerous behavior.
00:14The so-called railway madness was supposedly triggered by the noise of the train.
00:20To make things worse, carriages were locked for privacy reasons back then, so people found themselves stuck in tiny spaces
00:27with lunatics who could snap at any moment.
00:32If you see someone putting ketchup on some car, it doesn't mean you're witnessing them preparing a prank.
00:39It means they're just taking care of their car.
00:41Yup, it goes great with hamburgers and hot dogs, but it goes even better with cars, since it has ingredients
00:49that are good at removing rust.
00:52Rust occurs when the metal gets exposed to moisture, oxygen, and heat, and due to weather conditions, it's hard to
00:59avoid it.
01:00When you leave rust for a longer time and don't deal with it, it will continue to degrade the metal.
01:07So, you need to get rid of it before your car becomes physically useless.
01:13That's when ketchup comes in.
01:15Its key ingredient is tomatoes, and they have many nutrients similar to those you can find in oranges and some
01:23other citrus fruits.
01:25For instance, citric acid can help you remove rust from metal surfaces, since it eats through rust.
01:31We're not talking about the cars only.
01:34You can use it on metallic kitchenwares, furniture parts, jewelry, and rust spots on generally any metallic item.
01:42You can combine it with washing soda.
01:45It's not quite effective against rust, but when you combine it with ketchup, it'll do the work.
01:51Mix these two and apply them to the rusted area.
01:55Leave it like that for about half an hour, and wash it with a wet cloth or sponge.
02:01You can combine ketchup with salt instead, or just apply a lot of it on the rusty area without using
02:09any additional ingredients.
02:11Ketchup removes tarnish from brass copper, too.
02:15Put it on brass hardware on doors and cabinets, or some accessories such as bowls and candlesticks, for 10 minutes
02:22to make it all shine.
02:24And also, you don't put it on meat just because of taste.
02:29Ketchup breaks down its fibers, which means it makes it more tender.
02:33Locking handles as we know them were only invented relatively recently, in 1878.
02:39Before that, people had to get pretty inventive to secure their homes.
02:43Most folks used a latch string.
02:45They'd make a small hole in the door, thread a leather thong or string through it, and then loop it
02:50around a wooden bar.
02:52Even after doorknobs were invented, only the wealthy could afford a proper lock and key.
02:58Vacuum cleaners had a rough start, too.
03:01The first one was invented in 1901, but it was so huge that it wouldn't fit inside houses.
03:06Instead, vacuuming was offered as a mobile service.
03:09The machines were parked outside, and long hoses were fed through the windows.
03:14And to get to the client's house, these large cleaning machines were actually pulled by horses.
03:21Back in the day, animals even used to pull strollers.
03:25Yep, with kids inside.
03:26The stroller was first developed in 1733 for the daughters and sons of a British nobleman,
03:33who might have been a bit too lazy to walk with them every day.
03:36So, the first model was basically a shell-shaped basket on wheels that could be pulled by a goat or
03:42a small pony.
03:43This small chariot was cute, but probably not the safest way to get around.
03:50Refrigerators also used to be a bit scary.
03:52From the late 1800s until 1929, they used toxic gases like ammonia, methyl chloride, and sulfur dioxide to cool things
04:01down.
04:01People were so concerned about gas leaks that they began leaving their refrigerators in the backyard, instead of keeping them
04:08in the kitchen.
04:09This danger even inspired Albert Einstein to create a new model.
04:13In 1926, Einstein and his former student Leo Seelard invented a refrigerator with no moving parts,
04:21using safer, environmentally friendly gases to reduce the risk of toxic leaks.
04:25But it had one problem.
04:28Einstein's refrigerator was less efficient than existing appliances, so it wasn't commercially appealing.
04:35If you ever find yourself casually wandering in the forests of Estonia,
04:39don't freak out if you see some giant megaphones.
04:42These wooden, acoustic giants were set three hours away from the country's capital by interior architecture students.
04:50That's way cooler than the hamster roller coaster I once built for a science fair, I have to admit.
04:56More than half of Estonia is covered by woods, and they're pretty proud of this natural wealth.
05:01So it's not the first art project of this kind, and there was a winding, elevated pathway and a faceted
05:07woodland cabin.
05:09The idea of the megaphones is to crank up the natural sounds of a forest and also to serve as
05:15a rest spot for hikers.
05:18These wooden beauties are large enough to host several people.
05:22And hey, if you walk this far into the woodland, you'll be thankful for this.
05:27The students were given a task to invent some concepts of a forest library.
05:32They built the megaphones off-site and brought them to their permanent spots.
05:36They're set in such a way that sounds from three directions meet in the center and create a cool, natural
05:43surround sound effect.
05:44Thankfully, kitchen supplies, including our beloved grills, have come a long way.
05:49Back in the 1950s, a metalworker named George Stephen had a brilliant idea while trying to create the perfect steak.
05:57Frustrated with flare-ups and uneven cooking, he decided to cut an old ocean buoy in half.
06:02This allowed him to control the airflow better.
06:05And that's how the Weber Kettle Grill was born, changing backyard barbecues forever.
06:11Have you ever used a public bathroom in the summer in your shorts and sandals and got splashed?
06:17It happens to the best of us, so no worries.
06:20If only there was some solution to this problem.
06:23Perhaps a urinal with a small hole so no liquid goes where it shouldn't.
06:28Looks pretty yucky and painful to me.
06:31An assistant professor at the University of Waterloo, Zhao Penn and his colleagues came up with a way better solution
06:38for this sensitive issue.
06:40Their designs were inspired by physics and dogs.
06:44When a stream of liquid moves on a solid surface at a shallow angle, the splash is reduced.
06:50And the smaller the angle, the fewer splashes you'll see.
06:53You can even minimize them to a zero.
06:55And when dogs do their business, they lift their hind legs and do it on the vertical surface of a
07:01tree or a wall.
07:02I don't know if they actually care about it, but this does reduce the splash.
07:07Good job, Pluto.
07:08Talking about that, here's a fun challenge for your next family gathering.
07:12Ask everyone to fold a piece of paper in half, then in half again, and keep going for a total
07:17of seven folds.
07:19Spoiler alert, they probably won't succeed.
07:21That's because each fold makes the paper thicker and thicker.
07:26In fact, if you had a huge sheet of paper and folded it in half 50 times, it would end
07:31up being about 62 million miles thick,
07:34which is about two-thirds of the way from Earth to the Sun.
07:38So, yeah, it's impossible.
07:40The current record is held by a high school student named Brittany Gallivan,
07:44who managed to fold a single piece of paper in half 12 times.
07:48And it was a tissue paper.
07:50The USB symbol, looking like a trident, has always sparked multiple speculations about its origin.
07:58One popular idea is that it represents Neptune's trident and symbolizes power and adaptability.
08:03But there's also a little bit less exciting theory.
08:07A man who claimed to have designed the symbol in the 1980s stated that it was supposed to represent connectivity.
08:13The large circle symbolizes a computer, while the attached shapes, the circle, the triangle, and square, stand for different outputs.
08:22Look closely at a tram's overhead lines, and you'll see that its contact wires zigzag back and forth instead of
08:29going in a straight line.
08:31That's because all trams have pantographs attached to their roofs.
08:35The upper part of the pantograph is gradually worn down by the overhead wire and eventually needs to be replaced.
08:42To wear it down evenly, the wire is not installed strictly along the tram's path, but in zigzag patterns.
08:50As the tram moves, the pantograph slides along the wire, and it wears down evenly.
08:57Those cone-shaped water cooler cups?
09:00Their shape is intentionally designed to prevent users from setting the cups down.
09:04This allows employees to minimize the risk of spilling water on their desks around various electronic devices.
09:11Plus, less material is used to produce cone-shaped cups, which makes the process less wasteful and more cost-effective.
09:19It also kind of supports sustainability by encouraging people to drink their water quickly and dispose of their cups immediately
09:25after.
09:26You're probably wearing a YKK product right now.
09:29I mean, go check the zipper on your jeans.
09:31Yep, that's it!
09:33YKK stands for Yoshida Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha,
09:37a Japanese company that makes roughly half of all the zippers in the world,
09:42producing over 7 billion zippers each year.
09:45Originally called hookless fasteners, they became known as zippers
09:49after a pair of rubber boots that could be fastened with a single zip became popular in 1923.
09:56The name stuck because of the high-pitched zip sound they make when used.
10:01Despite a popular myth, household batteries don't actually contain liquid,
10:05and if you accidentally cut them open, no toxic liquid will spill.
10:09Most of them are dry cell batteries, which are made of electrochemical cells.
10:13Those convert chemical energy into electrical energy.
10:17Larger batteries often house numerous small cells within them, too.
10:22Even Tesla vehicle batteries consist of multiple small cells.
10:26When combined, they easily provide the necessary voltage.
10:30Did you know that nail polish used to be a status symbol?
10:34In ancient Egypt, queens like Nefertiti and Cleopatra were famous for their red nails,
10:39while lower-ranking citizens were only allowed to wear pale shades.
10:45You'll probably agree that there's no better snack than a pack of chips.
10:49Some are flat, others have ridges.
10:52Is it just aesthetics?
10:54Not really.
10:55The main purpose of those lines on some kinds of chips is to help with the distribution of spices and
11:00seasonings.
11:01In other words, all those substances that make your chips taste like cheese are mostly stored inside the lines.
11:07Plus, the lines make chips crunchier.
11:11This item here was also popular in ancient Egypt.
11:14What looks like a weird bench was actually a weird type of pillow.
11:19Back then, headrests were made from materials like wood, ceramic, and stone.
11:25Unlike our comfy pillows today, those ancient ones were used to protect people's hairstyles.
11:30That way, their hairdos stayed neat, even though they had a very uncomfortable night.
11:35If you've left a pot on the stove and your food burned, once again, take ketchup.
11:41Its acids will ease all the scrubbing and help you with grease.
11:45Just leave it over the night and you'll be able to wash the pot more easily.
11:51Or, keep those small packages of ketchup we all end up having from fast food orders in the freezer.
11:56The ketchup won't be as hard as an ice cube as it freezes.
12:00So, it will be good for soothing insect bites or similar things.
12:05For eight centuries, forks were considered cursed and nearly forbidden in the West.
12:10The first models were used by the elite in the Middle East and the Byzantine Empire.
12:14And they made their way to the West in 1004, thanks to a noblewoman named Maria Aguirre-Palina.
12:21People were pretty shocked by it, to say the least.
12:24So, when she passed away just two years later, everyone blamed the fork,
12:28thinking it was some kind of divine punishment.
12:31By the way, its name comes from the Latin word furca, which means pitchfork.
12:37Next on our list is Nike's iconic moonshoe.
12:40But I'm talking about the unique pattern of its sole.
12:44Back in the 1970s, Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman was making waffles for breakfast with his wife
12:50when he had a sudden idea.
12:52To pour a plastic material called polyurethane into the waffle iron.
12:57The machine was ruined, of course, but I guess it was worth it,
13:00since that's how the first Nike waffle trainer was born.
13:03I mean, its soul.
13:05That clear fluid in gel pens is called the ink follower or stopper fluid.
13:10The gel in such pens contains pigment particles dissolved in a polymer solution.
13:15The main task of the stopper fluid is to be a barrier to prevent the gel from evaporating or leaking
13:20out.
13:21Without this transparent fluid, your gel pen wouldn't function.
13:26The fluid always stays in one position and doesn't get dissolved with the gel.
13:30Neither does it move backwards or flow out of the pen.
13:34Let's move on to another favorite snack.
13:37Popcorn.
13:38These days, cinema and popcorn go hand in hand.
13:41But it wasn't always this way.
13:42In the 1920s and 1930s, movie theater owners were hesitant to allow snacks in their theaters.
13:48They were worried about the mess and the crunching noises interfering with movies.
13:53Plus, popcorn used to cost only 5 to 10 cents, so they didn't see any financial benefit.
13:59But savvy street vendors saw a big chance.
14:02So, they got their own popcorn machines and started selling them outside theaters.
14:07That's why popcorn probably became the original clandestine movie snack.
14:11And theater staff would even have to check if people were hiding bags of it in their coats.
14:18Have you ever helped your friends move into a new apartment in a building without an elevator?
14:23Then you're gonna love this one.
14:25Houses in Amsterdam have hooks on top.
14:28This is a medieval invention for pulling stuff up the houses.
14:31The simple tech consisting of a wheel and a rope still functions now, centuries later.
14:37Why not just use the stairs?
14:39Well, if you get inside one of those narrow Amsterdam buildings,
14:43you'll see there's hardly enough room to comfortably ascend.
14:47And you can forget about even trying to pull a table on top.
14:50Back in the medieval ages, pretty much like now,
14:54only rich people could afford housing around the canals in the best parts of the city.
14:58Those people were mostly traders and used the canals for their business.
15:03They stored goods in the same houses they lived in.
15:06And with regular floods, they had to find a way to keep the goods dry.
15:11And that's why they needed to invent something to lift furniture, goods, boxes, instruments,
15:17and food on the upper floors and pull it in through fully open wide windows.
15:23The lifting tech is one of the reasons the houses in Amsterdam are leaning forward.
15:28This position helped keep both the lifted stuff and the walls and windows safe during transportation.
15:35They didn't have to touch each other.
15:37The gables also assisted in the process and had to be made firm to withstand all the heavy weight.
15:43And in case you're wondering what gables are,
15:46they're sections of wall between the edges of a dual-pitched roof, typical for Amsterdam.
15:52Sticking with old-school fun, it's time to talk about carts.
15:56So, have you ever wondered how many times you need to riffle a deck to shuffle it completely?
16:02The answer is seven times, according to math.
16:05Even cooler, if you shuffle a deck right,
16:07you're probably creating a unique order that's never existed before and never will again.
16:13And if you have a deck at hand, check out the four kings.
16:17You'll notice that the king of hearts is the only one without a mustache.
16:20He's not special or anything.
16:23I mean, he also used to have a mustache, but it was lost in the reproduction of the original design.
16:28Your home has more regular things that can do magic tricks.
16:32Like if you have a house or a big terrace and want to make a nice flower wall.
16:37Try old mattress springs.
16:39Just hang them on the wall and let your imagination run wild with flowers.
16:45An old flower sifter can still come in handy.
16:48For example, as a planter.
16:50Even if you don't have one, you might find it at a garage sale or a thrift store.
16:56Wallpaper is making its big comeback when it comes to home design.
17:00Maybe you can try something different and use some old books with torn pages.
17:05You just need to learn the basics of hanging wallpaper.
17:08And voila!
17:09You get a new cool place for your old books.
17:13There's a solution for the remains of an old book.
17:16Don't worry.
17:17You can have blocks where you'll keep your kitchen knives.
17:20It's pretty original, don't you think?
17:23Solitaire was probably everyone's go-to game to pass the time back in the 1990s.
17:29But its original purpose was far from it.
17:31When developers created this game, their idea was to teach people how to use a computer without them even realizing
17:39it.
17:39For example, dragging and dropping cards into one place helped people learn how to move files into folders.
17:46The same goes for Minesweeper, which was designed to help people get used to using a mouse and clicking.
17:53Cleaning blinds can be frustrating, but the next time you do it, try doing it with a sock over your
18:00hand.
18:01Hands are kind of perfectly shaped for getting all those nooks and crannies on the blinds.
18:06And the sock will do the rest.
18:09Here's something you wouldn't expect.
18:12Ice cubes can help you remove gum from carpet, clothing, and hair.
18:17Just put your clothes in the sink and add ice cubes.
18:20Leave it like that for a while.
18:22Ice will freeze the gum, so you can chip it away more easily.
18:26If the gum got stuck on the carpet, leave ice cubes right in the critical spot and remove the gum
18:33with a butter knife.
18:34It's a little bit harder to remove it from hair though, but still possible.
18:39Just wrap the ice and parts of your hair with the gum in a washcloth until the gum gets frozen.
18:45When you get there, you should be able to break apart the gum and free your hair using your fingers.
18:52Or next time you have to deal with a splinter, just take one ice cube to numb that area before
18:58you even start doing anything.
19:01You might have noticed that movie theater seats are almost always red.
19:05This choice isn't random.
19:07It has strategic importance, which is rooted in visual science.
19:11The thing is, red light has a longer wavelength.
19:14It means that it's the first color to disappear in low light.
19:17It allows the audience to concentrate better on the screen once the movie begins.
19:21Such a design choice enhances the viewing experience by minimizing distractions.
19:27Speed bumps are crucial for pedestrian safety.
19:30But at the same time, they can seriously increase car emissions due to the non-stop acceleration and deceleration they
19:38cause.
19:39To address this issue, some cities like London are testing fake speed bumps.
19:44Those are optical illusions painted on the road.
19:47They look raised from a driver's perspective, but in reality, they're flat.
19:52Authorities hope that this approach will slow down drivers without having a negative impact on the environment.
20:00Soda bottles are always filled in such a way that there's some space between the liquid and the cap.
20:05That's because soda contains carbon dioxide.
20:07It's a gas that can expand once the bottle's heated.
20:11If there's no gap in the bottle, it can break because of the pressure building inside.
20:16Also, when you open your drink, the gases go out in the form of bubbles, making the drink overflow.
20:22The gap helps with this problem, too.
20:25If you're more into Angry Birds, Candy Crush, and other mobile games, that's totally normal.
20:30After all, more people have access to cell phones than to toilets these days.
20:34But not many of us stop to think about how disgusting our phones can be.
20:38The natural bacteria from our skin and the oils from our hands get transferred to our phones with every touch,
20:45swipe, and tap.
20:46This makes phones about 10 times dirtier than toilet seats.
20:51Yikes!
20:57Hey there, car owners.
20:59Gee, do I have an important message for you?
21:01You see, our cars are like our trusty sidekicks, always by our side, even in the most public places.
21:06But sometimes we come back to find unexpected surprises waiting for us.
21:10Try to imagine yourself strolling up to your four-wheeled companion, and there it is.
21:15A flyer, taunting you from under the wiper.
21:18Or, heaven forbid, a parking ticket just begging for your attention on the windshield.
21:22We've all been there, right?
21:24Well, hold on to your steering wheels because authorities have a brand new tip for you.
21:28And it's a real gem.
21:30If you see something on your car that doesn't belong, don't remove it with your bare hand.
21:35Intrigued?
21:36You see, police forces have been keeping a watchful eye on all things car-related.
21:41And they're not just about catching speedsters and enforcing traffic rules.
21:44They've got our backs when it comes to unveiling the latest tricks of the trade.
21:48Take Arlington, Virginia, for example.
21:51The authorities there recently noticed a spike in driver's side airbag thefts.
21:55To combat this madness, the police advised folks to park in well-lit areas, lock their vehicles, stash away their
22:01valuables, and why not throw in a steering wheel locking device for good measure?
22:05Some car thieves have also discovered a new superpower, using their smartphone cameras to peek into your car.
22:11It's like they have x-ray vision or something.
22:13These sneaky people can bypass the privacy tint in your car windows and get a clear view of your treasures,
22:19all without even taking a photo.
22:22Smartphones these days, huh?
22:23In response, authorities launched a stow-it-don't-show-it campaign, reminding everyone to remove their valuables from sight, or,
22:32at the very least, stash them away.
22:35But wait, there's more.
22:37Officers want us to be extra cautious about a new threat lurking around our vehicles.
22:42You know how it goes.
22:43Leaves, litter, and leaflets often find their way onto our beloved cars.
22:47Usually, we'd think nothing of it and simply give our vehicles a quick clean before zooming off.
22:51However, you should think twice before reaching out with your bare hands.
22:55Even if it's just to grab a seemingly innocent piece of trash.
22:59Why all the fuss, you might wonder?
23:01Well, let's take a peek at an incident that unfolded in Houston, Texas.
23:05Picture this.
23:07One woman, fresh from celebrating her birthday at a local restaurant,
23:11heads back to her car, only to find a napkin sticking out of her car door handle.
23:16Now, at first, she didn't think much of it, and casually removed the napkin, thinking it's just some random trash.
23:23But as it turns out, things then took a crazy turn.
23:26Not long after handling that suspiciously placed napkin,
23:29she started feeling some tingling in her fingertips.
23:32And before she knew it, her whole arm joins the tingle party,
23:35leaving her feeling a bit numb.
23:37She got all lightheaded and even struggled to breathe.
23:40Being a responsible person, her husband dialed up 911 in a jiffy.
23:44Off she went to the hospital, racing against time to figure out what in the world caused this bizarre health
23:49rollercoaster.
23:50After a seemingly eternal six and a half hours,
23:53the doctors finally diagnosed her with acute poisoning from an unknown substance.
23:57They couldn't pinpoint the exact nature of the substance,
24:00because the woman only had a tiny amount in her system.
24:03But even that tiny amount was enough to make her feel like she just hopped on the wildest ride at
24:08the amusement park.
24:09Just imagine if she had wrapped that napkin around her entire hand.
24:13Yikes!
24:13One of her doctors suggested that this whole napkin incident might have been an attempted kidnapping targeting her car.
24:19Wait, what?
24:21A kidnapping involving a napkin and a car door?
24:23It's like a bad script for a low-budget comedy film.
24:26But here's where things get really intriguing.
24:29The local police department, in their noble quest to solve this mystery,
24:33revealed that they didn't receive any reports of similar incidents involving car doors and napkins.
24:38I guess that prankster genius didn't strike again, or at least not yet.
24:42However, they do confirm that the woman's experience and symptoms align with other cases of poisoning.
24:48Of course, there are many other strategies to help keep both you and your car safe.
24:53Like when it comes to parking, it's all about that prime spot.
24:57Thankfully, specialists have some tips that will make your parking game strong and keep those pesky thieves at bay.
25:03First things first, if you're lucky enough to have a garage, park your precious vehicle in there at all times.
25:10But if you're out and about, it's advised that you find a well-lit and open area to park.
25:15You want your ride to be in the spotlight, not hiding in the shadows where mischief could be lurking.
25:21Now, here's a nifty little nugget of advice straight from the mouth of an ex-burglar.
25:26This guy knows the tricks of the trade.
25:28When you park, turn those wheels into the curb.
25:31I know it sounds weird, but trust me, it's worth it.
25:34By doing this, you're making life harder for those pesky intruders.
25:38They'll have to do some fancy maneuvering just to get away, and ain't nobody got time for that.
25:42And hey, here's an extra bonus tip for you.
25:45Try to find a car park that has reached the Parkmark standard.
25:48These parking locations have passed a police risk assessment, so you know they're legit.
25:53With these simple tips, you'll be parking like a pro in no time.
25:57These days, there's still a sneaky way thieves can get their hands on your ride, and it involves your beloved
26:02key.
26:02So, let's play it safe, shall we?
26:05First things first, keep those keys hidden away.
26:08When you're home, make sure they're out of sight and far from prying eyes.
26:12You wouldn't want any thieves playing fishing games with sticks and hooks through your letterbox snatching your keys.
26:17Now, let's talk about keyless entry.
26:19You know, those fancy cars that unlock themselves with a wave of the key nearby?
26:24Well, if you have to push a button on your key to open your car, you don't have a keyless
26:29entry.
26:29No worries, though. We'll cover that, too.
26:32Picture this.
26:33You're going about your day, minding your own business, when suddenly a crafty thief comes along with a little device.
26:39This sneaky gadget tricks your car into thinking your key is right there, unlocking it faster than you can imagine.
26:45They can even start the engine and drive off into the sunset with your beloved vehicle.
26:49Believe it or not, these pesky thieves only need to be a few meters away from your car key to
26:54capture its signal.
26:56That means they can work their magic even if your key is chilling inside your home, safe and sound.
27:01Fear not, because there are a few tips to keep your keyless entry car as secure as a fortress.
27:07When you're at home, keep that precious key and its spare, far, far away from your vehicle.
27:12Maybe put them in a screened pouch or a fancy-schmancy Faraday bag to block any signals from escaping.
27:19Think of it as giving your key a cozy little invisible shield to protect it from those sneaky signal-sniffing
27:24thieves.
27:25Here's another pro tip.
27:26If you ever decide to adopt a second-hand car into your loving car family, give those keys a little
27:32makeover.
27:34Reprogramming them will ensure that any old signals or sneaky surprises from the previous owner are wiped clean.
27:39To make sure your car is always safe, we also need to cover this not-so-fun subject.
27:45Illegal tow trucks.
27:46Those sneaky thieves think they can snatch your precious wheels right off the street.
27:50Here are some tips on how to stay one step ahead of these parking lot pirates.
27:55First things first, keep an eye out for any tow-away crew that seems a bit fishy.
27:59You know, the ones who aren't sporting any fancy logos on their truck or who forgot to put on their
28:04snazzy uniforms.
28:05If something feels off, don't hesitate to report them pronto.
28:09Now, I know what you're thinking, but what if I'm wrong and it turns out to be a false alarm?
28:14We all should be about good faith, and nobody should blame you for a moment if it turns out to
28:18be a false alarm.
28:20Better safe than sorry, right?
28:33Now, doctors recommend risking your life at least twice a day.
28:37I mean, brushing your teeth at least twice a day.
28:40But you see, the seemingly harmless toothpaste that peacefully chills on every American counter
28:46poses a life-threatening danger because of one not-so-harmless ingredient, sodium fluoride.
28:53Now, don't get me wrong, not every toothpaste out there contains it, but most of them still do.
28:58But don't rush to the bathroom to trash your tube.
29:01If you swallow a tiny pea-sized glob, it isn't fatal.
29:05I'm talking about larger quantities.
29:07A toothpaste tube has only 0.15% fluoride.
29:11To send you running to the hills, you must consume around 8 tubes one by one.
29:16So, technically, toothpaste is totally safe.
29:20Let's go and look for more dangers at your place, shall we?
29:24Personally, I don't have this one.
29:25But if you happen to have a CFL light bulb, you gotta be extremely cautious with it.
29:30The thing is, many of those bulbs are made with mercury.
29:33If such a bulb breaks, you gotta start by turning off your ventilation system.
29:37Otherwise, the contamination will only get worse.
29:40Make sure everyone has left the room, then open a window to allow for fresh air circulation.
29:46Finally, clean the area where the bulb's shattered.
29:49Be careful to address both wet and dry surfaces and contact specialists.
29:53Mercury vapors are definitely the biggest concern when it comes to this element.
29:57Take, for instance, a case of 2008, where a 55-year-old guy in Oklahoma tried to extract gold from
30:05old electronics using liquid mercury.
30:07Unfortunately, he inhaled too much vapor and sadly passed away just 10 days later.
30:12The contamination was so severe that they had to completely gut his house.
30:19Now, you definitely don't want your favorite clothes to get ruined by moths.
30:23So, you might grab some mothballs to exterminate them.
30:26But, watch out! Those mothballs can exterminate you, too.
30:30They usually contain chemicals like naphthalene or a paradichlorobenzene.
30:35When these get into the air, they turn into gas.
30:38That strong smell you associate with mothballs kicks in.
30:42Those fumes can actually irritate your eyes and lungs and may even cause headaches, dizziness, and nausea.
30:48Plus, there are concerns about these chemicals being the cause of major conditions that even modern medicine can cure.
30:55Naphthalene is especially risky because it can break down your red blood cells, leading to a condition called hemolytic anemia.
31:03So, try to swap those balls for good old lavender.
31:06Moths aren't big fans of it.
31:09Now, it's super important to keep an eye on the plant you bring into your home, because some can be
31:13surprisingly harmful.
31:15Take Diefenbachia, commonly known as dumb cane, for example.
31:19Rumor has it that its sap can cause your tongue to swell up so much that it can block your
31:24airway.
31:25But, can it really?
31:27Yes and no.
31:28It's true that this plant contains poisonous, tiny needle-like crystals called rapides.
31:33But, they require someone to actually chew on a leaf first before any fuss happens.
31:38Otherwise, you might just feel a brief burning sensation or observe some skin redness.
31:44In rare cases, you might see some swelling in the area that touched the plant.
31:48Generally, just a little nibble leads to mild discomfort.
31:51So, please, don't snack on your potted plants.
31:54This warning is more for the safety of your pets, especially cats.
31:59Now, if Diefenbachia stays in contact with the mouth for too long,
32:02it can cause some serious pain that might linger for days or even weeks.
32:07In those cases, a trip to the hospital might be necessary,
32:10especially if the throat gets affected, as that could impact breathing.
32:14But, don't believe the hype that Diefenbachia is a lethal poison.
32:18That's just an urban legend.
32:19The bottom line? One must be really dumb to get poisoned by a dumb cane.
32:26Now, using a power washer can be more dangerous than you might think.
32:30The intense pressure can lead to serious injuries,
32:33and the high-speed spray can kick up debris that might cause even more harm.
32:37If you do get injured, infections can set in quickly.
32:40And without timely medical care, things can get really serious.
32:44Think severe complications, potential limb loss, or even worse.
32:48But honestly, it's not that scary. Just don't overdo it with pressure.
32:54Here's a friendly tip. Don't skip out on your weekly housecleaning,
32:58especially when it comes to the bathroom.
33:00The longer you put off cleaning it, the more risky it becomes.
33:04Bathrooms are notorious hotspots for bacteria, which makes regular cleaning essential.
33:09You definitely don't want those unwelcome guests,
33:12like norovirus, E. coli, salmonella, or even Staphylococcus aureus, hanging around,
33:19along with those molds and mildews.
33:21Just put things into perspective.
33:23An average toilet seat can host over 200,000 colony-forming bacteria.
33:28And here's another thing to keep in mind.
33:30If you're not careful while cleaning, you can accidentally create a dangerous situation.
33:35Mixing bleach and ammonia can release a toxic gas called fluoramine.
33:40Those fumes can lead to some pretty nasty symptoms,
33:43from shortness of breath to fluid in your lungs.
33:46Guess what?
33:47If it happens, you will probably kick the bucket.
33:49And I'm not talking about the one you use for cleaning the floors in the bathroom.
33:56On a sweltering summer day, having air conditioning is definitely a blessing.
34:00But don't let that trick you into thinking there aren't risks involved.
34:04If your AC is on the older side, it can lead to various issues.
34:08For example, the ductwork and filters can trap harmful mold, bacteria, and allergens.
34:14If those aren't addressed, folks in your home might end up dealing with coughing, wheezing, or a stuffy nose.
34:20Plus, an aging AC unit can pose a fire risk.
34:24Older components tend to generate more heat as they try to keep up.
34:27And if they're not replaced, you could end up with a potential fire hazard.
34:32Faulty wiring is another concern, as many wires are tucked away in hard-to-reach spots, making them tough to
34:38inspect.
34:39So, if you have an older AC, it's a smart move to have it cleaned properly
34:44and ensure that its parts and wiring are up-to-date to avoid any fire risks.
34:51Snuggling under a cozy electric blanket when the weather turns chilly sounds like a dream.
34:55But if electric blankets get too hot, they might lead to burns.
35:00This risk is particularly significant with older models that don't have an automatic shut-off feature.
35:06So, the best way to use such a blanket is to warm up your bed and then turn it off
35:11before you crawl in.
35:12There's also the concern of heat stroke linked to the use of an electric blanket.
35:16Once, two people were discovered unresponsive in their beds beneath electric blankets.
35:21The first person's body temperature reached an alarming 106.2 degrees Fahrenheit,
35:27while the second person's temperature was 105.8 degrees Fahrenheit.
35:32So, while these blankets offer comfort, it's crucial to use them wisely.
35:37Just a quick heads-up about windshield washer fluid.
35:41It contains methanol, which can really pack a punch.
35:44If ingested, it can cause everything from dizziness and headaches to severe poisoning.
35:49Make sure to store it safely and keep it in the original container.
35:53Never transfer it to unmarked bottles.
35:55It can easily be confused with water and other harmless liquids.
35:59And that's a big no-no.
36:01Methanol is super toxic.
36:03For a grown-up, 2 to 8 ounces can do the trick.
36:06You know what I mean.
36:07The windshield washer fluid you dump into your car usually has about 30 to 50% methanol in it.
36:13But the concentrated versions?
36:15They can pack a serious punch with 90 to 100% methanol.
36:20Just remember, these products need to be diluted with water before you use them.
36:25The last everyday thing on our list does seem to be a great buddy of ours,
36:29especially if located in the bathroom.
36:31But although air fresheners can give your home a pleasant scent,
36:35many of them release volatile organic compounds that can build up over time
36:40and may post serious health risks, including neurological issues and incurable conditions.
36:45I suggest, if you were to ask me, you play it safe
36:49and think about opting for natural alternatives or enhancing your home's ventilation instead.
36:54Got that?
36:55Good.
36:58A label on your panties digging into your most sensitive spots is definitely not the best feeling.
37:04Sure, you can cut it off, but often that just leaves even sharper corners that can be more annoying.
37:10But what if you've been cutting those labels wrong this whole time?
37:13Check it out.
37:15On the left, the label is sewn into the seam,
37:17while on the right, it's just hanging on by a couple of threads.
37:20Just snip those threads, and voila!
37:24It's like the label was never even there.
37:27Plus, with this little hack, you can always pick panties in the store that are guaranteed to be comfy.
37:32If you've traveled to Europe recently, you may have noticed how nasty the bottle caps have become.
37:38Yeah, according to the law, they now have to scratch your nose.
37:42Oops, sorry, they have to be attached right to the bottle.
37:45If these bottles annoy you too, try this.
37:48Once you open the bottle, rotate the cap 90 degrees,
37:51and pull until one of the plastic connections breaks.
37:55And finally, turn the bottle until the cap touches your chin, not your nose, and drink.
38:01You've been using the colander in the wrong way all this time.
38:04This smart kitchen device has a hidden function.
38:07The traditional way of draining noodles involves dumping boiled noodles into a colander, right?
38:13But if your colander is about the same size as your pot, try this instead.
38:18Place the colander on top of the pot with the noodles, like a lid, and drain the water out.
38:24This method is faster and less messy,
38:26and it keeps your noodles in the pot where they belong.
38:31Toilet plungers and sink plungers are quite different,
38:34and the toilet version has a handy rubber flap called a flange that pops out from the cup.
38:40This flange fits snugly over toilet drains,
38:43giving you strong suction to tackle stubborn clogs.
38:47While a sink plunger won't help with toilet troubles,
38:51the toilet plunger can work on your sink or tub.
38:53Just make sure to keep that flap tucked inside the cup.
38:57And don't forget to give it a thorough clean with bleach before switching from toilet to sink use.
39:02You definitely don't want to mix things up.
39:05If you still work in an office,
39:07next time you print out something,
39:09make sure to check out this stapler built right into the printer.
39:13It can staple all the documents that fit in the slot at the same time.
39:17By the way, it's not something new.
39:19Such printers have been around since the 90s.
39:23Why buy a ruler and spend your hard-earned dollars
39:26if you can simply use a dollar bill to measure whatever you want?
39:31Only as long as this whatever is somewhere around 6 inches.
39:35A dollar bill is just about this size.
39:39Even though many people are sure that those tiny holes on the bottom left side of your iPhone are the
39:45speaker,
39:45they're actually a microphone.
39:47And speaking of iPhones,
39:49if you've got one of the latest models and your phone is out of juice,
39:52but there's no socket to be found nearby,
39:54here's a nifty trick.
39:56Grab a double-ended charger cord and connect it to another iPhone 15.
40:02Boom!
40:02Your phone gets a little power boost.
40:05I bet you've noticed that the hook on a tape measure is a little loose.
40:09Well, that's intentional.
40:11The hook moves just enough to account for its own thickness,
40:14ensuring both inside and outside measurements are accurate.
40:18So, if you ever thought it was broken,
40:20nope, it's just doing its job.
40:22As for the hole at the end,
40:24it's for placing the tape on the edge of a nail to get measurements from odd spots.
40:29The pockets on new suits are sewn shut
40:32to keep the jacket's shape during transportation and display.
40:36Of course, you can unpick them to use the pockets,
40:39but you need to be careful with what you put there.
40:41Anything heavy can easily distort the suit's shape.
40:45The important thing, though,
40:46is to remember to cut the threads holding the back vents together
40:49for better movement and comfort.
40:51Oh, and remember to cut those tacky stitches
40:54that fasten your new coat's vent,
40:56that flap on the back.
40:59Now, that sink squeegee thing actually hides a big secret.
41:03It can store water.
41:05Many sink squeegees have tiny holes that allow water to stay inside.
41:09But why would we need that water?
41:12Oh, you can release it as you squeegee,
41:15which will help you rinse the sink as you clean it.
41:19Here's a travel tip that will help you understand U.S. highways.
41:23In the U.S., highways with even numbers run east-west,
41:26and those with odd numbers run north-south.
41:29If a highway number starts with an odd digit,
41:32it's a spur,
41:33which means it doesn't reconnect to the main highway.
41:37If it starts with an even digit,
41:39it's a loop around or through a city
41:41that eventually reconnects with the main highway.
41:44And finally,
41:45numbers divisible by 5
41:47are major highways meant for cross-country travel.
41:52Your iPhone camera can also translate laundry symbols,
41:56identify plants,
41:57and even recognize some bird species.
42:00It's like having a mini-encyclopedia in your pocket.
42:03Another trick.
42:04When using the markup feature while editing your photos,
42:08you might want to highlight a part of a picture.
42:10Put a circle around the needed area
42:12and keep your finger pressed down at the end of the stroke.
42:16Voila!
42:16Instead of a misshapen circle,
42:18you get a perfect one.
42:20It also works for squares, triangles, and stars.
42:24Barilla, probably the most famous pasta in the world,
42:28has teamed up with Spotify
42:29to create playlists that match the cooking time
42:32for different pasta shapes.
42:34Just start the playlist
42:35when you drop the pasta into boiling water.
42:37And when the music stops,
42:39your pasta is ready.
42:42Toasters have crumb trays at the bottom
42:44that you can and should clean regularly.
42:47Just slide it out and dump the crumbs.
42:50It's an easy way to keep your toaster clean
42:52and working well.
42:54You can use Google Maps
42:56to share your location in real time.
42:58Just tap your account icon,
43:00select Location Sharing,
43:02and choose how long to share.
43:03Your friends can track your progress
43:05and be ready when you arrive.
43:07You can also save your parking location
43:09by clicking the blue dot.
43:12Do you know that the knobs on some ovens
43:14have calibration screws on the back?
43:17You can adjust them
43:18to get more accurate temperature control.
43:20It'll definitely help you avoid overcooking
43:23or undercooking your meals.
43:25In non-prepaid gas stations in the U.S.,
43:29try pressing Enter
43:30before swiping your debit or credit card.
43:32It'll take you to the prepaid screen,
43:34and you can enter the amount you need manually.
43:38If you're drinking outside on a windy day,
43:41place some coins in an empty cup,
43:43and then put the cup you're drinking
43:45from inside the first one.
43:47The weight of the coins
43:48will help you keep your drink
43:50from getting blown over.
43:51Simple, but effective.
43:54Once you've peeled your potato,
43:56you might spot some tiny divots,
43:58known as eyes,
43:59that still have some skin on them.
44:01Many peelers come with a handy scoop
44:03designed to tackle these little guys.
44:05Just take the scoop,
44:07dig in,
44:07and pop them out.
44:08Easy peasy.
44:10Your favorite potato recipe
44:11will be totally eye-free in no time.
44:16A cell phone's camera
44:17can help you to figure out
44:18whether your remote is working.
44:20The camera is sensitive to infrared,
44:22so you just need to turn it on
44:24and point the remote at the camera
44:26while pressing the remote's buttons.
44:28You'll see the LED flashing in response.
44:31If you spot nothing,
44:32something is definitely wrong with the remote.
44:36Bonus fact here.
44:37White vinegar isn't just for cooking.
44:39It's also the real laundry hero.
44:42If you add it to your laundry,
44:44it'll take out all the bad smells
44:46from your clothes.
44:47The amount to add
44:48can be anywhere from a splash
44:49to a cup during the wash.
44:52And don't worry about the vinegar smell.
44:54It washes away completely,
44:56leaving your clothes fresh.
44:57It's also great for removing
44:59hard water buildup.
45:03Now, can you honestly tell me
45:05you have never used your phone
45:07while driving?
45:08I know, me too.
45:09But we both know
45:10that it can be dangerous.
45:13To help with this,
45:14some newer cars have a special feature
45:16called a heads-up display.
45:18This option shows
45:19important driving information
45:21in front of you,
45:22like speed and directions,
45:24so you don't have to look away
45:25from the road.
45:26It's like a floating screen
45:28on the road in front of you.
45:30This can help you drive safer
45:32and avoid getting a ticket
45:33for going too fast.
45:35Not all cars are so modern,
45:37so to drive safely,
45:38you need to put your phone away.
45:41Thankfully, some cars
45:42have special places for your phone
45:44while you're focused on the road.
45:45One specific 2021 model,
45:48Chrysler Pacifica,
45:50has a feature
45:50where the second row of seats
45:52can be folded down into the floor.
45:54It's good for carrying big items.
45:56But when the seats are up,
45:58these areas are good
45:59for storing things out of sight.
46:01Just remember to check
46:02and clean them out
46:03every once in a while,
46:05because they can become magnets
46:07for all sorts of knick-knacks,
46:08like french fries
46:10or wet swimsuits
46:11that will surely start to smell
46:13at one point.
46:14Keep some cleaning supplies
46:15in your car, just in case.
46:18Are you a science fiction fan?
46:20I have some good news for you then.
46:22It turns out that flying cars
46:24may be closer to us
46:26than we think.
46:27And it's not just
46:28because they look cool.
46:30Manufacturers are looking
46:31into developing such vehicles
46:32for practical reasons too.
46:34For starters,
46:36our standard rows
46:37are getting pretty congested
46:38as time goes by.
46:39We'll need some other means
46:41of transportation in the future
46:43to be able to cope
46:44with a large number of vehicles.
46:46You can find loads
46:47of flying car concepts online
46:49for all preferences.
46:50There's one that looks
46:52like a giant drone,
46:53and another one
46:54like a mini-airplane.
46:55The simplest designs
46:57just took a car
46:58and put wings on it.
47:00Some cars will light up
47:02a snowflake on the dashboard
47:03every now and then.
47:04In case you're wondering,
47:06it's a sensor,
47:07and a pretty important one too.
47:09It shows the exterior
47:10ambient temperature.
47:12It gets activated
47:13when there's a road warning
47:15due to a sharp drop
47:16in temperature.
47:17It may sometimes
47:18even come with
47:19an audio warning
47:20or a message
47:21on your dashboard
47:22to inform you
47:23that the roads
47:24may be getting icy,
47:25so you can either
47:26adapt the speed
47:27or change to the appropriate
47:29tires if necessary.
47:33Cars these days
47:34aren't just adapted
47:35for the cold season.
47:36They come with cool features
47:38to help out
47:38during the summer months too.
47:40I'm talking about
47:41those neat sun visors.
47:43Check your car
47:44to see if it has
47:45this added bonus feature.
47:46We know they twist
47:48to help the driver out
47:49even when they're not
47:50driving directly
47:51toward sunlight.
47:52Some visors can also extend,
47:54so they can provide shade
47:56to a larger area.
47:57If yours can't extend,
47:59there's a simple solution.
48:01Buy a sun visor extender.
48:03You can even find them online.
48:05They work by being attached
48:06to your existing sun visors
48:08or the windows
48:09for better shade coverage
48:11and visibility.
48:12Now, your car might have
48:14another hidden feature.
48:15Well, it's technically
48:17not in the car,
48:18but in its tires.
48:19These days,
48:20some cars come equipped
48:22with foam-filled tires.
48:24They were created
48:25to fix the problem
48:26of air-filled ones
48:27that often went flat.
48:28Why?
48:29Well, because foam-filled tires
48:32have many of the same benefits
48:33as air-filled tires
48:34without the danger of leaks.
48:36Regular air-filled tires
48:38can sometimes lose air over time,
48:41even if there hasn't been
48:42any damage.
48:43In most cars
48:44with this feature,
48:45the tires are not
48:46completely filled
48:47with either foam or air.
48:49They have a mix of both.
48:55A bonus of these modern tires
48:57is that they make
48:58the cars quieter.
48:59Generally,
49:00electric cars
49:01make less noise,
49:02but because of that foam,
49:04they end up being
49:04as quiet as a cat.
49:06Some people like the fact
49:07that they're quiet,
49:08while others prefer
49:09that classic screeching
49:11or rumbling
49:11that vehicles make.
49:13But even people
49:14who like the sound
49:15of regular engines
49:16might like the quietness
49:18of these new models
49:19because they are still
49:20very fast.
49:22Hey,
49:22I drive one,
49:23and it's fun!
49:26You might have stumbled
49:27upon a button
49:28called AEB.
49:29It stands for
49:30Automatic Emergency Braking,
49:32and it's a feature
49:33that uses sensors
49:34to detect if a collision
49:36is going to happen
49:36really soon.
49:37When activated,
49:39it will automatically
49:40apply the brakes
49:41to try and prevent
49:42something bad
49:43from happening
49:44or make it less severe.
49:46There are two types
49:47of AEB,
49:48one that only works
49:49at slow speeds
49:50and one that works
49:52at all speeds.
49:53If the car
49:54can't be stopped
49:54completely,
49:55the AEB system
49:56will try to slow it down
49:58as much as possible
49:59to reduce the impact.
50:02Many cars now
50:03have systems
50:04that can warn you
50:05if someone is walking
50:06in front of you
50:07and can even
50:08automatically stop
50:09the vehicle
50:10to prevent an accident.
50:12These systems
50:12use special sensors
50:14that can also detect
50:15bicycles and animals.
50:16However,
50:17a study found
50:18that these systems
50:19don't always work well,
50:21especially at night.
50:22Even if your car
50:23comes equipped
50:24with this added feature,
50:25it's crucial
50:26to always pay attention
50:28while driving
50:29and not rely solely
50:30on these systems.
50:32A little thing
50:33called lane centering assist
50:35helps you stay
50:36in the middle
50:37of your lane
50:37when you're driving
50:38on the highway.
50:39It's not a replacement
50:41for paying attention
50:42to the road either,
50:43but it can help guide you
50:44through gentle curves.
50:46You'll still be in control
50:47of the car
50:48and can turn the wheel
50:49if you want to go
50:50in a different direction.
50:52Some systems give you
50:53a lot of feedback,
50:54while others
50:55are more subtle.
50:56Lane centering assist
50:58can't handle sharp turns
50:59and in most cars
51:00doesn't work
51:01if you don't have
51:02the cruise control on.
51:04What's also cool
51:05about this feature
51:06is that if it senses
51:07you've removed your hands
51:09from the wheel,
51:10it'll give you the warning
51:11to return
51:12to the correct driving position.
51:15A lot of accidents
51:16can happen
51:17when you're reversing your car,
51:19like out of the supermarket
51:20parking lot.
51:21Parking sensors
51:22can help prevent
51:23these things from happening
51:24by using radar or sound
51:27to detect things
51:28that the driver
51:29might not see
51:29from his position.
51:31These sensors
51:32will make a noise
51:33or show a warning
51:34on the car screen
51:35to let the driver know
51:36something is there,
51:37like another car
51:38or a person passing by.
51:42If you're planning
51:43to have a road trip,
51:44you know how hard it is
51:45to adapt to various speed limits
51:47throughout the country.
51:48Traffic sign recognition
51:50is a technology
51:51that can help with that.
51:52It allows you to know
51:54what the speed limit
51:55is on the road
51:55you're driving on.
51:57It uses a camera
51:58to take pictures
51:59of traffic signs
52:00and display them
52:01on a screen in your car.
52:02This can be helpful
52:04if the signs are hard to see
52:05or if you miss them
52:06while driving.
52:07Some cars
52:08with this technology
52:09can even change
52:10their speed automatically
52:12based on the signs
52:13they see.
52:14This technology
52:15is mostly found
52:16in luxury cars,
52:17but it is becoming
52:18more common
52:19in other types of cars too.
52:22The AAA Foundation
52:24for Traffic Safety
52:25has made studies
52:26that show up to
52:286,000 drivers per year
52:29have bad accidents
52:31simply because
52:32they were too tired.
52:34Sure,
52:34I would like my car
52:35to come with
52:36built-in coffee makers
52:37or showers
52:37to keep me awake
52:38on those long days driving,
52:40but some do have systems
52:42that can tell
52:43when a driver
52:44is getting kind of snoozy.
52:45These systems monitor
52:47the movements you make
52:48while in the driver's seat.
52:49It looks at things
52:51like how you turn
52:52the steering wheel around
52:53and move the car.
52:54If it senses
52:55you're a bit too tired
52:56to move on,
52:57it'll make a noise
52:58and show a message
52:59on the dashboard
53:00urging you
53:01to take a break.
53:02Some of these systems
53:03even show a picture
53:04of a coffee cup
53:06to remind you
53:06to stop at the next
53:07gas station
53:08for a refreshing beverage.
53:10Might save your life too.
53:12You
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