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Uncover the amazing secrets behind ordinary kitchen items that can enhance your cooking experience. Each notch, hole, and texture was designed with purpose, revealing hidden capabilities you never knew existed. Discover the truth about the 2026 Manufacturing Overrides and learn how these structural quirks can elevate your culinary game. Don't miss out on the incredible potential of your everyday tools!
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00:00:00So, grocery carts have loops for a reason.
00:00:03You don't want to put your jacket in your cart next to a bunch of potatoes and onions, do you?
00:00:08Hang it on the loop instead.
00:00:10It's there to help you organize your cart better.
00:00:13Carts also have a cool section at the bottom.
00:00:16Whenever your cart's full, just lift it up and attach a shopping basket for extra purchases.
00:00:21Lift up the whole metal thing,
00:00:23sit your basket on the horizontal bar above the wheels,
00:00:27and secure it with those handy hooks.
00:00:30If you've got some pesky parsley stuck in your teeth, try this tip.
00:00:34It can be hard to get it all out with loose floss.
00:00:37You need more tension.
00:00:38Just tie it in a knot.
00:00:41Toothpaste stripes may seem a bit weird.
00:00:43It's just a marketing trick.
00:00:45Back in the 70s, a leading toothpaste brand added a blue stripe
00:00:50to show that their toothpaste had double action.
00:00:53Solid white toothpaste worked just as well.
00:00:55But those blue bristles on your toothbrush actually make sense.
00:01:01They gradually lose their color over time.
00:01:04When the blue's faded, it's time to change your toothbrush.
00:01:08Ever notice that tiny hole on the bottom of a padlock?
00:01:12Its hidden purpose is to drain water out to keep it from rusting.
00:01:16It's also the place to lubricate a padlock.
00:01:19A drop of oil in there will make it open and close way easier.
00:01:23Those ridges on the edge of dimes aren't just for show.
00:01:27People used to shave off the edges, then melt the edges down into new coins.
00:01:32But thanks to the new design, it's easy to tell if someone's been shaving the edges off.
00:01:38If you still struggle with peeling an orange, here's another way of opening it.
00:01:43First, cut off the top and bottom.
00:01:46Make a slit on the side and pull it open.
00:01:49That knobbly bit sticking out of the cap of your favorite cream is there for a reason.
00:01:54These tubes are usually sealed with foil.
00:01:57So, unless you love breaking your nails trying to open them,
00:02:00just flip the cap over and push.
00:02:03The tiny rubber disc under every bottle cap isn't just for seeing if you want a lifetime supply of soda.
00:02:11It's what keeps your drink all nice and bubbly.
00:02:13The lid keeps the liquid inside.
00:02:16The rubber disc keeps the gas inside.
00:02:19Until you drink it.
00:02:21If you use the blue side of your eraser to erase pen,
00:02:25your notebooks are probably all full of holes.
00:02:28The blue side's there for when you need to erase something on much thicker paper.
00:02:32It works on pencil and even ink, as long as the paper's thick enough.
00:02:37Your bobby pins might not stay in place if the grooves aren't facing the right way.
00:02:42They should always be on the bottom, close to your head.
00:02:46Still coming loose?
00:02:47Put a squeeze of hairspray right onto the bobby pin before you put it in your hair.
00:02:53Many glass bottles usually have some sort of indent at the bottom.
00:02:58It's handy if you want to be fancy.
00:03:00Put your thumb in the indent and pour away.
00:03:04The technical name for this little dude is a punt.
00:03:07Those sugar sticks at your local coffee stand are ready to be opened in a new and easier way.
00:03:14Look how happy they are!
00:03:15Try splitting it right down the middle.
00:03:17No more sugar on your fingers.
00:03:20No more tiny little paper bit.
00:03:22Even your coffee's happier.
00:03:24Your cotton rounds pack has those strings on it,
00:03:27so you can hang it on a handy hook in the bathroom.
00:03:30But there's no need to loosen and tighten back up again every time.
00:03:35Check out the bottom of the pack.
00:03:37It has a perforated line.
00:03:39Tear it open carefully, and you're good to go.
00:03:43Doorknobs are usually made of brass, bronze, or some other copper alloy.
00:03:47Why?
00:03:48They're antibacterial, so they stop microbes from spreading.
00:03:52Just a couple of hours, and the pesky microbes are gone.
00:03:56But don't forget to wash your hands anyway!
00:03:59Bottles have long necks for a reason.
00:04:02Hold the neck, not the bottle, if you want to enjoy a cold drink.
00:04:07Two zips too much?
00:04:08Maybe.
00:04:09But they come in handy as a clever anti-theft device.
00:04:13Just lock them together.
00:04:15Now, no one can open your backpack.
00:04:17Don't have a lock on you?
00:04:19You can also tie them together with some string, or even just a paper clip.
00:04:23Anything to slow those pickpockets down.
00:04:27That tiny little button on the back of a shirt collar is used to hold your tie in place.
00:04:32You don't want your tie trying to escape back there.
00:04:35Shoe manufacturers care about their customers.
00:04:39So, most running shoes now have a special anti-blister system, pre-installed.
00:04:45Hmm.
00:04:45Sounds intense, but it's basically just that extra hole on top of your sneakers.
00:04:50Make a loop with the extra hole, inserting the lace backwards.
00:04:55Cross your laces and put them through the loops.
00:04:57Now, pull the laces down to lock your foot in place.
00:05:01Now, run!
00:05:04You'll find silica gel packets when you buy bags, shoes, even some snacks.
00:05:09Don't throw them away.
00:05:11They soak up excess moisture.
00:05:13So, any times your shoes are a bit damp, chuck a few gel packets in there overnight.
00:05:19You might have been using your shampoo wrong this whole time.
00:05:23Really?
00:05:23Here's the gist.
00:05:25Don't apply it to your hair.
00:05:26Just apply it to the roots.
00:05:29The foam you create will trickle down on your hair anyway.
00:05:33Notebook margins aren't for taking extra notes or practicing emojis.
00:05:37They were invented to protect people's work.
00:05:40People used to live with a lot of hungry rats around.
00:05:43The rats would nibble at the paper, eating people's work.
00:05:47They put the margin lines there to let people know to start their writing further from the edge,
00:05:52so it's not lost to a hungry rodent.
00:05:55Solo cups are the key element for any barbecue party.
00:05:59But these red cups are even cooler than you thought.
00:06:02You can use them to measure liquids.
00:06:05The bottom line equals 1 ounce, the second line equals 5 ounces, and the third line equals 12 ounces.
00:06:13If you like milk on your tea, try this tip out next time.
00:06:17Pour it from the other side of the carton.
00:06:19It sloshes around less, and it's easier to control.
00:06:24Car headrests are all about comfort, and detachable headrests are all about safety.
00:06:29If you pull the headrest out, you'll see two sturdy metal bars.
00:06:34If you ever get locked or trapped in a car, you can use the bars to smash the window and
00:06:39get out.
00:06:41Women's shirts have their buttons on the left, even though about 85% of people are right-handed.
00:06:47It would make way more sense to have them on the right.
00:06:51The thing is, back in the day, wealthy women had maids to help them dress.
00:06:56So, for them, the buttons on the left made things much easier, don't you know?
00:07:03The tab on your rear-view mirror does have a real function, people.
00:07:07It holds your air freshener, your huge fuzzy dyes, maybe a big smiley emoji.
00:07:13But it's actually a switch between day and night mode for your mirror.
00:07:17When it's dark out, the night mode blocks the glare from the car behind you.
00:07:23The McFlurry spoon has a square handle on it.
00:07:26It gets attached directly to the ice cream machine, and the ice cream and toppings get mixed in together, right
00:07:32in your cup.
00:07:33It saves the employees loads of time, plus it saves water, because they don't have to wash the machine after
00:07:39each one.
00:07:41Wooden hangers are so hot right now, they could burn up your clothes.
00:07:46Nah, not really, but they look better and are more natural.
00:07:49But there's another reason to use them.
00:07:51They're made of cedar, which is a natural moth repellent.
00:07:55Bonus tip?
00:07:56Add some dry orange peel to your closet.
00:07:59No moth is ever going in there again.
00:08:03Have you ever stopped to think about the thrilling secrets of day-to-day modern life on planet Earth?
00:08:10I'm talking about tiny windows and washing machines, and little holes in airplane windows.
00:08:16If you haven't got a clue of what I'm talking about,
00:08:19tag along and allow yourself to be as surprised as I was when I found out.
00:08:26Remember the drawer at the bottom of your oven?
00:08:28Maybe you've been ignoring it all along, or using it to store pots and pans.
00:08:33Well, even though it can serve this function, that's not the only thing it's there for.
00:08:38The best way to use the bottom drawer is to keep your meal heated while you're waiting to serve it.
00:08:44Genius, right?
00:08:46Talking about secret doors, have you noticed that most washing machines have little flap doors at the bottom, too?
00:08:53These doors actually serve as drain traps.
00:08:56It's where all the items that we put to wash together with our jeans and jackets go to.
00:09:01It's a type of collector, let's say, of small items.
00:09:06It stops them from getting into the main drain pipes and clogging them.
00:09:10It saves us hundreds of dollars in repairs each month.
00:09:15Now, who hasn't gone through the confusing task of having to measure how much pasta to cook for one serving?
00:09:21Well, here's the solution.
00:09:24The holes in the center of pasta spoons.
00:09:27They were actually made for measuring the exact amount of dry pasta you need for one serving.
00:09:33If you try stuffing wet cooked pasta through it, well, good luck with that.
00:09:39On a similar topic, have you ever wondered why pen caps have holes in them?
00:09:44Maybe you thought it was a design feature to regulate air pressure.
00:09:48But in reality, these holes have a much simpler and more important function – to reduce the risk of choking.
00:09:55Now, lots of people love to bite on their calves.
00:09:59And this tiny hole prevents them from choking in case they accidentally swallow a calf and it gets stuck in
00:10:04their throat.
00:10:06For kitchen lovers, there's a hidden secret right in front of your eyes that can change your life.
00:10:12Think pans.
00:10:13Now think handles.
00:10:15Right, they have holes in them.
00:10:18As it turns out, these holes were designed to hold the spoon you're using for cooking.
00:10:22And instead of dripping sauce all over the stove or your kitchen floor,
00:10:27you can place the spoon in the hole and let it drip the sauce directly back into the pan.
00:10:33Woo-hoo!
00:10:34Speaking of everyday items, and I was,
00:10:37Most doorknobs are made of brass because this material makes them naturally germ-free.
00:10:44Unlike plastic ones, brass doorknobs are kind of magical.
00:10:48They can disinfect themselves without you having to clean them.
00:10:52Neat, right?
00:10:54Have you ever noticed that at the bottom of a measuring tape, there is a little dip?
00:10:59You can find it in that metallic part you need to pull on to measure something.
00:11:04Well, that dip is actually the exact size of a regular nail.
00:11:09It was designed for people to place the tape on top of a nail and use it as a support
00:11:15while they stretch the tape.
00:11:16Well, I can't wait to try it out for myself.
00:11:20As for the margins in your notebook,
00:11:22they were invented to protect people's notes from mice.
00:11:27No, the mice weren't copying your answers for the math quiz.
00:11:31Actually, there were times when people had to cohabitate with rats and mice that often chewed on paper.
00:11:37So, to prevent information from getting completely lost, people created margins.
00:11:44This way, texts were moved closer to the middle of pages and remained unharmed by rodents.
00:11:51Hmm, perhaps this is where to digest information came from.
00:11:56And what about those tiny holes at the bottom of airplane windows?
00:12:01They have an extremely important function of regulating the air pressure inside the cabin.
00:12:06In other words, they help planes fly high up in the sky.
00:12:11Big responsibility, right?
00:12:14By the way, tray tables on an airplane are the germiest places inside the entire cabin.
00:12:20Studies showed that the trays had eight times the amount of germs on the toilet flush button.
00:12:28Now, how about we cut a commercial airplane in half and see what's inside?
00:12:33Well, it would look more or less like this.
00:12:36Rows of seats on top and everything else that needs to be stored at the bottom.
00:12:41I'm talking about passengers' luggage, emergency supplies, parts of the wing system, and so on.
00:12:49Moving on to bowling balls.
00:12:51Yes, I know it's a clumsy transition.
00:12:54Anyway, have you ever wondered what the insides of a bowling ball look like?
00:12:59If you have cut a professional ball in two, you'll see a familiar shape.
00:13:04Look closely.
00:13:06Do you see it?
00:13:07Doesn't that look like the logo of Brightside?
00:13:09Anyway, professional bowling balls are different from the ones in your local bowling alley.
00:13:15That's because they're designed to make fancy moves.
00:13:18They actually have some really complex engineering inside.
00:13:22They're shaped to help skilled professionals get more strikes.
00:13:25The weight of professional bowling balls is designed to be projected inward as they travel down the bowling lane.
00:13:32This makes it harder for them to get into the gutters on the sides of the lane.
00:13:37Speaking of balls, let's take a look inside a baseball.
00:13:42To make it light and aerodynamic, producers use several different layers.
00:13:47Starting from the core, we have a cork center enveloped by black rubber.
00:13:52Then there's a layer of red rubber, followed by two or three alternating layers of wool yarn.
00:13:58After that, there's a visible white leather cover and that beautiful red seam on the side, stitching it all together.
00:14:07And what if you had x-ray vision and managed to look inside a human bone?
00:14:13Ooh, spooky!
00:14:14I'd say what caused most attention is this spiderweb-like situation at the center of the bone.
00:14:20In reality, it's a highly condensed and complex structure of nerves that you have inside your bones.
00:14:28Aren't you lucky?
00:14:30Now, I've got a riddle for you.
00:14:32What is round, can be found near the ocean, and looks like an aerial view of the Guggenheim Museum in
00:14:38New York City, the one that's made almost entirely of ramps.
00:14:42If you said a nautilus shell, hey, then you guessed right!
00:14:47A nautilus is a shellfish whose house you can find in countless souvenir stores near the beach.
00:14:53It's made up of two layers, a matte white outer layer and an iridescent white inner layer.
00:14:59And if you were to cut it in half, it would look very similar to the insides of the Guggenheim
00:15:05Museum.
00:15:07Aloe leaves are good for healing purposes and also for hydration.
00:15:11But, if you managed to look inside of an aloe leaf, the image you'd see would be satisfying and very
00:15:18relaxing.
00:15:19Who hasn't dreamed of a pool filled with jelly?
00:15:24Now, there seems to be nothing more mundane and regular than a tube of toothpaste.
00:15:29But you wouldn't think so if you cut open a tube that contains several colors.
00:15:34Now, there have been speculations that the insides of such a toothpaste tube might be divided by barriers, so that
00:15:42the stripes don't mix.
00:15:43But, if you cut it in half, you'll see that it has only one interior chamber.
00:15:49As it happens, there's a lot of science behind the making of striped toothpaste.
00:15:55According to a specialist, they have to ensure that the paste in all the stripes has the same physical properties.
00:16:01This way, the colors are naturally prevented from mixing with one another.
00:16:06That's why, if you tear a tube open, you'll see something that looks like several slices of pizza in different
00:16:12colors.
00:16:13If you open your closet, you're bound to find at least a few wooden hangers.
00:16:18Usually, they're made of cedar wood, which is a natural moth repellent.
00:16:23So, cedar hangers actually protect your clothes from moth infestation.
00:16:28For some people, more than others, eyeliner is an everyday must.
00:16:33Boy, isn't it.
00:16:34But, did you know that back in ancient Egyptian times, both men and women used cool eyeliners to protect their
00:16:42eyes from the sun's glare?
00:16:44Way to go for the Egyptians for figuring that out.
00:16:47Now, if I could just learn to walk like one.
00:16:51Normally, we use headrests for the purpose of, well, resting our heads, right?
00:16:57Well, not only.
00:16:59As it turns out, headrests can be easily removed from the seats and used to break car windows in case
00:17:06of emergencies.
00:17:08Now, this one is a trick very few people know about.
00:17:11You probably place your doormat horizontally, like most of us do.
00:17:16But doormats serve the purpose of absorbing dirt from the soles of your shoes before you enter your home.
00:17:23So, for this function to work as it's meant to, the best way to place a doormat is vertically.
00:17:29This way, you take more steps on the top of the doormat before entering your house.
00:17:35And, last but not least, now, I don't want to be accusatory here, but you have probably been vacuuming your
00:17:43house the wrong way.
00:17:44And I can prove it.
00:17:46Most people just vacuum floors and carpets in one direction or move the brush back and forth several times, thinking
00:17:53they've got all the dust out.
00:17:55But, according to cleaning professionals, the best way to vacuum is in rows.
00:18:00First, you go forward with the brush until you arrive at the end of the row.
00:18:05Then, you fluff the carpet up and move back down along the same row, gathering the dust that wasn't collected
00:18:12in the first sweep.
00:18:13Talk about efficient cleaning.
00:18:15On the other hand, my idea of house cleaning is to sweep the room with a glance.
00:18:21Hey, I don't want to disturb that protective layer of dust.
00:18:27Many shirts have two buttons on the cuffs, but only one buttonhole.
00:18:31So, what is the second button for?
00:18:35Turns out, you can use it whenever you're wearing a watch, so the cuff is looser.
00:18:40Most clothing items you buy come with a small bag of fabric or a button, or both.
00:18:46Buttons obviously can be used as a replacement if you lose the original ones.
00:18:51Pieces of fabric can be used to patch up a hole, but most importantly, it's a tester.
00:18:57You can use it to test different washing products on it and see what happens to the fabric.
00:19:03Some umbrellas have a tip at the top, and it turns out it's not just a pretty design.
00:19:09When going inside on a rainy day, you should just close your umbrella and tap the tip against the floor
00:19:15to drain the water faster and more effectively.
00:19:19Many backpacks have this diamond with two parallel cut-out slits on its front, and it's there for your comfort.
00:19:26You can attach something to it, like a water bottle or shoes.
00:19:31It comes especially handy if you travel somewhere or go hiking, so you don't have to hold your stuff.
00:19:38Okay, the next thing is gear loops, and probably from the name of it, you already have an idea what
00:19:44they're there for.
00:19:45You can strap in some useful gear you need to have with you, like trekking poles or shovels.
00:19:51Some gear will need to be secured to do it.
00:19:53Drop the handle through the loop and rotate it upward.
00:19:57Then, secure it with the elastic hook at the top, and you're golden.
00:20:02On the back of many makeup and hygiene products, you can find this symbol with a marking, like 6M, 12M,
00:20:10and 24M.
00:20:12This is the number of months this product can serve after you open it and before you should throw it
00:20:18out.
00:20:20The two sides of a cotton pad are different because each of them has a particular purpose.
00:20:25A cotton pad has several layers to ensure that it's soft, strong, and can absorb liquids.
00:20:32The edge is stitched to hold it all together.
00:20:35The smooth side of a pad is for applying products, like tonics and lotions.
00:20:40And the embossed side is best for cleansing and makeup removal.
00:20:45Also, any pack of cotton pads has those strings on the sides.
00:20:49They're there so you can hang the package somewhere.
00:20:52Then, you can open the package at the bottom, where the perforated line is, and take them out.
00:20:59Did you know that there is an efficient way to pull a thread from yarn?
00:21:03When you pull from the outside, the yarn rolls away, so you need to hold it.
00:21:08However, if you pull it from the center, it will stay together.
00:21:13We're all familiar with staplers, but I bet you don't know all its secrets.
00:21:18Most staplers have a compartment to store spare staples.
00:21:22Which can be located either on top, or at the bottom.
00:21:26Also, surprise!
00:21:28This metal plate you press staples against can be turned around.
00:21:31This way, the device will be able to staple your documents by turning the metal ends outwards.
00:21:38No need to wonder whether you need to get a smaller or bigger container.
00:21:42Turns out, plastic food containers have volume measurements on their bottoms, indicating how much food they can fit.
00:21:50Ceiling fans come with a small switch on the inside of the blade.
00:21:54You might not have noticed it because it's not in plain sight, so check yours out.
00:21:58This switch allows you to change the direction of rotation.
00:22:03Now, why would you want to do that?
00:22:05The blades of a fan push the air in different directions, depending on the way they rotate.
00:22:11In the summer, you need the air to be pushed down to create the effect of a breeze.
00:22:16In the winter, the direction should be changed so that the air is pushed towards the ceiling.
00:22:22It then heats up before going down the walls.
00:22:27Have you noticed that the gas tank sign on cars' dashboards has a little arrow next to it?
00:22:33Well, this arrow has a purpose.
00:22:36It points at the side of the car where the gas tank is located.
00:22:40It's very useful for forgetful people who constantly wonder where their gas tank is and also for those who drive
00:22:46rentals once in a while.
00:22:48The answer is right in front of your eyes.
00:22:51If you can't find the arrow on your panel, then the fuel hose on the icon indicates the side instead.
00:22:59All car tires have 12-digit numbers printed on them, and they're actually important codes for car owners if they
00:23:05want to get the right tire.
00:23:08The first letter identifies the type of tire.
00:23:11P stands for a tire for light passenger cars, and LT is for heavy vehicles.
00:23:18Then, the following numbers stand for the width of the tire, its radial, and its diameter.
00:23:25Measuring tapes have that metal stud on the end, which you can use to attach the tape to the surface
00:23:30you measure.
00:23:31This way, you don't need to hold it yourself.
00:23:34But there's also a small slot, which can be used to hang the tape on a nail.
00:23:39Again, to free your hands and keep measuring.
00:23:43The bottom of the end of the tape has a ridged edge.
00:23:47It will help you make a mark if you don't have a marking tool with you.
00:23:52On the tape, there are black diamonds that are placed every 19.2 inches.
00:23:57They're useful for construction workers when spacing engineering joists.
00:24:02They can also be useful for you if you want to hang something heavy, for example.
00:24:07The diamond will mark the exact center of a wooden joist.
00:24:11Those are placed 16 inches apart from one another.
00:24:14There, you can drill something to that center to make sure whatever you hang is safely attached to the joist
00:24:20instead of the unreliable thin wall.
00:24:23Pictures will survive, but it's particularly important if you're hanging something heavy.
00:24:29Did you know that batteries have an expiration date?
00:24:33Yes, it's printed right on their label, but I've never noticed it before.
00:24:38The expiration date doesn't mean you can't use it after that.
00:24:42It's more like a recommended usage period, after which the manufacturer can't guarantee full battery life due to deteriorated components.
00:24:54These little feet keyboards have are actually a standard.
00:24:59The height of a keyboard should be adjustable, allowing the angle between 0 degrees and 15 degrees.
00:25:07The reason to fold the feet out is for you to see the keys better, in case you don't type
00:25:13blindly.
00:25:14A little problem that comes with it is that, in this case, your wrists are bent.
00:25:20And it's not good to keep them in this position for a long time.
00:25:25Pans have those holes on the ends of their handles.
00:25:29They're not just there for you to hang them.
00:25:31You can also place your cooking spoon in there.
00:25:34It'll hang right above the pan, and the sauce will not spill around.
00:25:40Make sure to tap off the sauce or food beforehand, though, so that it doesn't go down the spoon's handle.
00:25:48Stickers with numbers you can find on fruits can tell you some information on how the food was grown.
00:25:56A four-digit code that starts with a four means that the fruit was grown conventionally, meaning it contains chemicals
00:26:05and pesticides.
00:26:07So your best choice should be a fruit with a five-digit number.
00:26:11And if you see the number nine, it indicates that the fruit is certified organic.
00:26:18On the bottom of plastic bottles, you can often notice a mark of a triangle with a number engraved in
00:26:26the middle.
00:26:27This number specifies the type of plastic that was used to produce the bottle.
00:26:33These codes help people and local recycling centers to sort returns.
00:26:39Products that were made of plastic of types 1 and 2 are the easiest ones to recycle.
00:26:46Plastics of types 3 through 7 are tougher to recycle.
00:26:54Symbols. Man, they're everywhere.
00:26:56On road signs, logos, phones.
00:26:59Ever wondered where all these universal signs come from?
00:27:03Well, let's unravel the mystery behind all these symbols from the Bluetooth sign to the heart emoji.
00:27:12How many times have you struggled to plug in a USB, flipping it over and over again?
00:27:19Total struggle, right?
00:27:20But what does the circle, square, and triangle really mean?
00:27:25The USB symbol was actually inspired by the DRIZAC.
00:27:29You know, Poseidon's trident.
00:27:31The three shapes of the trident's points are there to show the different peripherals you can connect with a universal
00:27:37serial bus, aka USB.
00:27:41It's all about showing off the tech power of USBs, connecting all sorts of devices.
00:27:50The ampersand.
00:27:51Surely you recognize it from brands such as M&Ms and H&M.
00:27:56It's the easiest way to abbreviate the word AND.
00:27:59This symbol's story started in ancient Rome, where Latin was the language of the peeps.
00:28:05To them, AND was like the French A.
00:28:08Over the years, it evolved into the ampersand, likely to save room in the pages of super long letters.
00:28:18Toyota's logo
00:28:19Man, it's simple, easy to spot, but kinda puzzling, right?
00:28:24I mean, cars have four wheels, but the logo's got three circles.
00:28:29Turns out, it was picked way back in 1936, and wasn't cooked up in-house.
00:28:34Nope, it won in a logo design contest.
00:28:38And those circles?
00:28:39They're not just random.
00:28:40You can actually split them up to spell out T-O-Y-O-T-A.
00:28:46Pretty clever, huh?
00:28:48I'd probably make it the winner as well.
00:28:54Why the heck do we call that bumpy, upside-down triangle a heart shape?
00:28:59It goes way, way back, like several hundred years BCE.
00:29:04Back then, there was this plant called Silphium.
00:29:07It had these heart-shaped seeds, and the ancient Greeks were nuts about it.
00:29:11They even slapped it on some of their coins.
00:29:14Oh, and get this.
00:29:15It was a contraceptive plant, so that's how it got associated with love.
00:29:20Cute.
00:29:24So, have you ever noticed how those radiation symbols look like they belong in some abstract
00:29:30art museum?
00:29:31It's crazy that it's actually a heads-up about serious radioactivity nearby.
00:29:37It was doodled up by some Berkeley researchers back in 1946.
00:29:41Started off as magenta on blue, then went magenta and yellow, before settling on black and yellow
00:29:48for better visibility.
00:29:49The symbol itself?
00:29:51Supposed to show radioactivity busting out of an atom.
00:29:55Pretty rad, huh?
00:30:00Now, on to the biohazard symbol.
00:30:02Looks like something out of a dark, artsy inkblot test, doesn't it?
00:30:07Simple enough, though.
00:30:09A circle sliced up by three squiggly black lines that taper off towards the edge.
00:30:14Created by Dow Chemical folks in 66, following a bunch of rules to keep it low-key, but recognizable.
00:30:21It's supposed to show a nasty agent messing up a living organism.
00:30:26Makes sense when you think about it.
00:30:30Ah, Hyundai.
00:30:32Pumping out affordable rides like nobody's business.
00:30:35Their logo is pretty straightforward, right?
00:30:37It's an italicized H in a circle.
00:30:40But don't tell Hyundai that it's basic.
00:30:42According to them, it's more than just an H.
00:30:45It's supposed to look like two folks shaking hands, seen from the side.
00:30:50Check out this little pic if you're struggling to see it.
00:30:53They say it's all about prosperity and the good vibes Hyundai shares with its customers.
00:30:59Cool, huh?
00:31:03Bluetooth, man.
00:31:04It's like magic.
00:31:05The symbol looks like a fancy letter B, huh?
00:31:09But there's more to it.
00:31:10Turns out it's got some roots in Nordic runes.
00:31:14Back then, runes were etched into stone or wood, mostly using straight lines.
00:31:19The Bluetooth symbol is what they call a bind rune, combining two runes.
00:31:25They're the Viking versions of the letters B and H, giving a nod to a legendary king named
00:31:31Harold Bluetooth.
00:31:35The crown has always been the ultimate power symbol of the top dog.
00:31:40But why does a fancy ring around your head mean you get to call the shots?
00:31:44One theory ties it back to Christianity, where angels often rock halos.
00:31:50Since many kings claim to rule by divine right, the crown could have picked up some holy vibes.
00:31:56But nah, that theory doesn't quite cut it.
00:32:00Crowns have been around way before Christianity, starting with diadems worn by ancient Greek deities.
00:32:06We'll never know.
00:32:10Let's talk thumbs up.
00:32:12Usually, it's a sign of approval, right?
00:32:15But why?
00:32:16Well, it might be a throwback to the gladiatorial fights in ancient Rome.
00:32:21There's still some debate about that among historians.
00:32:24When one warrior was dominating the other, they'd turn to the VIP in the audience, whether
00:32:29it was a city official or the Roman emperor himself.
00:32:34That VIP would then give a thumbs up to decide the loser's fate.
00:32:39Thumbs up might sound like a good job signal, but back then, it meant it's time to shuffle
00:32:45off this mortal coil.
00:32:50Yin-yang symbols have been around since the 14th century BCE.
00:32:54They're like the poster child for Taoism, representing the balance between opposing forces.
00:33:00Each side's got a bit of the other, symbolizing all sorts of deep stuff like morality and spirituality.
00:33:07But get this, the symbol's roots are surprisingly literal.
00:33:11Yin means the dark side of the mountain, and yang means the light side.
00:33:16So picture this.
00:33:18The symbol's like a bird's eye view of a mountaintop.
00:33:21Trippy, right?
00:33:25Do you love pies?
00:33:27Nope, not those desserts with yummy filling, but pies from your 10th grade math class?
00:33:32Pie's that magic number, roughly 3.141, that helps us figure out circle areas and stuff.
00:33:41Archimedes of Syracuse gets the credit for discovering it around 250 BCE, but he didn't give it that symbol.
00:33:48Nope, that was William Jones.
00:33:50He went with the first Greek letter of the word, perimeter, which is what he was using pie for.
00:34:00We're used to seeing crosses all around, but usually we see this type of cross, the two straight lines intersecting
00:34:07with each other.
00:34:08Yep, that one that got pretty famous thanks to Christianity.
00:34:12But there's a more ancient symbol of a cross that fewer know is even a cross, the Ankh.
00:34:18This ancient Egyptian symbol is called the key of life, and it's known to represent immortality.
00:34:25You can find it a lot in ancient Egyptian sacred text and drawings, or in hype necklaces nowadays.
00:34:33Your pick.
00:34:36The staff of Hermes or Mercury is the go-to symbol for a bunch of health organizations.
00:34:42But here's the kicker.
00:34:44Hermes wasn't a healer.
00:34:46Nah, he was more into thieving.
00:34:48But back in ancient Greece around 1200 BCE, there was this dude named Asclepius, a genius doc.
00:34:56His trademark was a long wooden staff with a snake wrapped around it.
00:35:00Fast forward a few millennia, and some officer from the US Army Medical Corps mixed up the two symbols.
00:35:07Oops.
00:35:10Ah, the I'm alright symbol might land you in hot water in certain places, believe it or not.
00:35:16But did you know it's actually a sacred symbol in Buddhism and Hinduism?
00:35:22It's called a mudra.
00:35:24Specifically, the mudra of discussion.
00:35:26It's not just about signaling you're okay.
00:35:29It's about transmitting the wisdom of Buddha to those who are open to learning about his teachings.
00:35:35Pretty deep, right?
00:35:36I'm not sure we should keep throwing it around like we do anymore.
00:35:42The lightning bolt never has something signified so much with so little.
00:35:47This could easily reference the Power Rangers, Flash, a charging station for your phone, and the wrath of Zeus.
00:35:55This symbol is one of the oldest and most recognized in human history.
00:35:59Its origin might be as old as humankind itself.
00:36:03Cavemen and Neanderthals scratch them in caves.
00:36:06It's got representations on Norse, Roman, Greek, and Native American civilizations.
00:36:12It basically means, fear of fire coming down from the sky.
00:36:20You've probably seen tons of tattoos with this symbol.
00:36:23The Eye of Horus.
00:36:25What you probably didn't know is that it's meant to signify good health and restoration.
00:36:31You see, Horus was an ancient Egyptian deity.
00:36:34He got into a fight with Set, another deity, and lost his left eye.
00:36:40Hathor, an almighty feminine deity, magically restored his eye.
00:36:44Since then, this symbol has meant wholesome health and integration.
00:36:51The McDonald symbol is probably one of the most famous worldwide.
00:36:55Clearly, it's a stylized letter M.
00:36:58But it was designed to represent two golden arches.
00:37:01Like you're entering some pretty darn special kingdom.
00:37:05Yikes!
00:37:08You know what?
00:37:09Onions can help fight off the flu.
00:37:11Hmm.
00:37:12And apparently, they can do it in various ways.
00:37:14Like, you can put them in your socks,
00:37:16which somehow transfer their disease-fighting abilities through your feet.
00:37:20Or you can drink onion-infused water to treat or prevent illnesses like colds or the flu.
00:37:26Well, unfortunately, these are all false beliefs.
00:37:29When it comes to directly combating cold or flu viruses, onions are unlikely to have a superimpact.
00:37:35But overall, they're good for you.
00:37:38At the same time, onions do have a high concentration of quercetin.
00:37:42It's a pigment known for its potential anti-inflammatory properties.
00:37:47The correct way to open a new deodorant is by manually prying the top off.
00:37:52Nope.
00:37:53Removing the cap from a new deodorant stick involves twisting it.
00:37:57This move triggers the mechanism to push the safety cap off.
00:38:01This method helps avoid the hassle of manually prying the lid off,
00:38:05leaving deodorant residue under your nails.
00:38:08Now, what about the ideal time for using deodorant?
00:38:11You might think it's in the morning before you leave the house.
00:38:14But the optimal time to use deodorant is in the evening.
00:38:18At this time, your body temperature is cooler and your underarms are less moist,
00:38:23providing a greater opportunity for the deodorant to work effectively on your skin.
00:38:27Applying deodorant in the morning is still okay for those people who don't suffer from excessive sweating.
00:38:32So, if you sweat a moderate amount, there's no reason to change your daily routine.
00:38:38Now, keeping your shower curtain inside or outside the tub is a choice.
00:38:42But, apparently, putting the shower curtain inside the tub reduces splashing and prevents water from escaping.
00:38:49The decorative cloth curtain belongs on the outside, whereas the plastic one should be on the inside.
00:38:54I mean, the whole idea is to prevent splashing water.
00:38:59Now, watering your plants on scorching hot days harms them.
00:39:03Mmm.
00:39:03Rain showers occur during the summer season all over the world, and plants easily survive in these conditions.
00:39:09At the same time, when you water your plants on hot days,
00:39:13a substantial amount of liquid might evaporate before it can effectively benefit the plants.
00:39:18It's worth noting that this might be different for some sensitive indoor plants, such as African violets.
00:39:24It can result in leaf damage if you pour very cold water directly onto their leaves.
00:39:30Now, let's continue with another garden-related thing.
00:39:33Tree roots only reach as far as the outer edge of tree branches.
00:39:37Myth or fact?
00:39:38Well, it's a misconception.
00:39:40The root systems of many trees can extend well beyond the diameter of their crowns.
00:39:45For instance, magnolia trees can have roots that reach nearly four times their crown diameter,
00:39:51while the roots of red maple trees can exceed their crowns by up to three times.
00:39:56It's easier to shuck corn before it's boiled.
00:39:59Well, in the past, before the invention of modern cooking methods, many recipes involve pre-shucked corn.
00:40:05However, you can still grill it with or without the husk when it comes to recipes like grilled corn.
00:40:11A recommended technique is to partially shuck the corn, leaving only a few layers closer to the cob still attached.
00:40:18This method retains moisture while also providing appealing char marks on certain kernels.
00:40:24Alternatively, you can cook whole, unshucked ears of corn in the microwave or by boiling it, if you prefer.
00:40:33Moving on with everyday items you've been storing wrong.
00:40:36Take eggs, for example.
00:40:38Leaving them in the fridge door is good for them, right?
00:40:41No, this can lead to a rollercoaster of temperatures every time you grab a snack.
00:40:46As for nuts, they're happier in the fridge.
00:40:49He can make them go all wonky, especially if they're the kind with lots of good fats.
00:40:53So, keeping them chilled helps them stay fresher and tastier.
00:40:58There's another common myth about nuts.
00:41:00It's said that roasting them decreases calories, proteins, carbs, and fibers they contain.
00:41:06But no, both cooked and uncooked nuts have similar amounts of those.
00:41:10The main goal of roasting nuts is to enhance their flavor and crunchiness.
00:41:15Keep this in mind, though.
00:41:16When nuts are roasted, the healthy fats they contain may get damaged.
00:41:20And in the end, this can result in a reduced nutrient content.
00:41:25Now, let's talk about avocados.
00:41:27Don't toss them in the fridge if you want them to ripen on schedule.
00:41:31They like hanging out at room temperature.
00:41:33We can also put an end to another avocado-related myth.
00:41:37Avocados are fattening.
00:41:39Yeah, they do have a high-fat content, compared with most other fruits.
00:41:43But this doesn't necessarily make them bad for your health.
00:41:46In fact, avocados contain what's often called healthy fats, which can help reduce harmful cholesterol levels in your body.
00:41:54Now, let's carry on with diet and food.
00:41:57Swapping white table sugar for unrefined options like honey, maple syrup, and coconut sugar is supposed to make your diet
00:42:04healthier.
00:42:04Well, don't fall for this myth.
00:42:07Sugar is sugar, no matter whether it's refined or unrefined.
00:42:11While unrefined sugars may contain a few extra vitamins and minerals, the advantage is minimal, because they're still considered added
00:42:19sugars.
00:42:19These added sugars can add up and contribute to your diet's recommended limit on daily sugar intake.
00:42:26Full-fat products aren't a one-way ticket to weight gain.
00:42:30That's a myth from the 80s and 90s.
00:42:32Some people are still scared of fat, but it shouldn't be the case.
00:42:36Fat plays a few essential roles, such as protecting our organs, maintaining cell membranes, supporting health and development, and helping
00:42:44absorb vital vitamins.
00:42:45The key is to choose heart-healthy, unsaturated fats like olive oil, canola oil, nuts, nut butter, and avocados over
00:42:54saturated and trans fats found in fatty meats and high-fat dairy products.
00:43:00There's a common belief that avoiding carbs entirely will make you lose weight.
00:43:04Well, that's a myth too.
00:43:06Low-carb diets have made their rounds, vilifying carbs, including fruits and whole grains.
00:43:12While some people have had success with these diets, it's usually because they've cut out highly processed, carb-laden foods,
00:43:19like chips, cookies, and white bread.
00:43:21You know, all the stuff we like.
00:43:22Eliminating an entire food group isn't the best approach, as you might miss out on essential nutrients.
00:43:29Another belief is that you can get rid of body toxins with a detox diet.
00:43:34Well, sorry, most detox diets don't live up to their promises.
00:43:37Your body is already good at detoxing itself with the help of your liver, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract.
00:43:44You don't need to buy any special products.
00:43:47If you want to rejuvenate your body, focus on eating more whole foods, staying hydrated, and cutting out highly processed
00:43:55junk food.
00:43:57Okay, I have three life hacks for you.
00:44:00These aren't myths.
00:44:01Firstly, you can stop a pot from boiling over by putting a wooden spoon over its top.
00:44:06Secondly, if you position a cheese grater vertically, there's a better way to use it.
00:44:11Lay it down horizontally.
00:44:13This way, the process will be less taxing for your arms.
00:44:16My next tip is about your yoga mat.
00:44:19Leaving it in a hot, humid spot like your car can ruin it.
00:44:23Keep it cool and dry for maximum yoga zen.
00:44:27Now, many people know they should keep their fancy fragrance bottles away from direct sunlight.
00:44:33So, some people store them in the refrigerator.
00:44:35This isn't the right move, unless you want your perfume to lose its overall depth.
00:44:41I mean, yes, fragrances don't like heat or humidity, but the interior of a refrigerator is too dry and cold
00:44:48for them.
00:44:48So, it has the opposite effect and breaks down the scent molecules.
00:44:52And please, resist the urge to rub a bit of perfume on your wrist.
00:44:57It may be tempting, but rubbing your fragrances is a big no-no.
00:45:00This practice not only muddles and weakens the scent, it also causes the top notes to evaporate quickly.
00:45:09They say that if you have old photos in your house, the right way to stash them is by putting
00:45:15them in cardboard boxes.
00:45:17Well, this is a misconception.
00:45:19These types of boxes can damage your memories.
00:45:22Go for acid-free archival boxes if you want your pictures to look as good as new.
00:45:27The next one is more of a hack than a myth.
00:45:30It turns out dishwashers are more user-friendly than we give them credit for.
00:45:34When you're loading or unloading the dishwasher, you can save your poor back from unnecessary strain by pulling out the
00:45:41basket.
00:45:43You might think that foundations are safe at room temperature, but if you store your foundation in a makeup bag,
00:45:49heat can mess with the oils in your makeup.
00:45:52So, pop this product in a cool drawer.
00:45:55Eye creams and serums can benefit from the chill, too.
00:45:58Organic or homemade cosmetics without preservatives should also be refrigerated.
00:46:03But always check expiration dates.
00:46:05I know I do.
00:46:10What's hiding inside Coca-Cola cans and regular household batteries?
00:46:15Why do magnets affect breakfast cereals?
00:46:18Do crosswalk buttons actually work, or are they just useless decorations?
00:46:23What does that USB symbol really mean?
00:46:27I'm not sure I know the answers to these and similar questions, but I'm eager to learn the truth together
00:46:33with you.
00:46:34Let's find it out.
00:46:36Coca-Cola cans have a secret few people know about.
00:46:40Here's a Coke can.
00:46:41Let's submerge it in a highly corrosive alkaline solution.
00:46:45The aluminum dissolves due to a process known as hydrolysis, and we can see a plastic liner inside the can.
00:46:52It's made from a polymer or epoxy resin, and serves as some kind of a protective barrier between the aluminum
00:46:58walls of the can and the rather acidic soda.
00:47:03Despite a popular myth, household batteries don't actually contain liquid, and if you accidentally cut them open, no toxic liquid
00:47:11will spill.
00:47:12Most of them are dry cell batteries, which are made of electrochemical cells.
00:47:16Those convert chemical energy into electrical energy.
00:47:20Larger batteries often house numerous small cells within them, too.
00:47:24Even Tesla vehicle batteries consist of multiple small cells.
00:47:28When combined, they easily provide the necessary voltage.
00:47:34Most toothbrushes have differently colored bristles, but they aren't just pleasing to the eye.
00:47:38Those bristles, often blue, have a functional purpose.
00:47:42They're called toothbrush indicators, and their colors fade as you use the brush.
00:47:47The American Dental Association recommends changing your toothbrush at least four times a year.
00:47:52And by getting paler, these bristles help you figure out when it's time to replace your toothbrush.
00:47:58You'll probably agree that there's no better snack than a pack of chips.
00:48:02Some are flat, others have ridges.
00:48:05Is it just aesthetics?
00:48:07Not really.
00:48:08The main purpose of those lines on some kinds of chips is to help with the distribution of spices and
00:48:13seasonings.
00:48:14In other words, all those substances that make your chips taste like cheese are mostly stored inside the lines.
00:48:20Plus, the lines make chips crunchier.
00:48:24Now, this one might be a surprise, but some breakfast cereals are magnetic.
00:48:29That's because they're often fortified with iron in the form of a fine powder.
00:48:34Due to the added iron, cereal flakes get attracted to magnets.
00:48:38All this may sound kind of alarming, but in reality, the iron content in the flakes is minimal
00:48:43and doesn't pose any threat to your health.
00:48:46That clear fluid in gel pens is called the ink follower or stopper fluid.
00:48:51The gel in such pens contains pigment particles dissolved in a polymer solution.
00:48:57The main task of the stopper fluid is to be a barrier to prevent the gel from evaporating or leaking
00:49:01out.
00:49:03Without this transparent fluid, your gel pen wouldn't function.
00:49:07The fluid always stays in one position and doesn't get dissolved with the gel.
00:49:12Neither does it move backwards or flow out of the pen.
00:49:17Many pedestrian crosswalk buttons, namely in New York, are placebo buttons.
00:49:22They do literally nothing when you press them.
00:49:25Originally, they were functional after being introduced in 1964,
00:49:29but today, most of them don't affect traffic lights,
00:49:31which are programmed based on the real needs of the traffic flow.
00:49:35Why do such buttons even exist, then?
00:49:38It's a simple psychological trick, providing you with an illusion of control.
00:49:44You might have noticed that movie theater seats are almost always red.
00:49:49This choice isn't random.
00:49:50It has strategic importance, which is rooted in visual science.
00:49:54The thing is, red light has a longer wavelength.
00:49:57It means that it's the first color to disappear in low light.
00:50:00It allows the audience to concentrate better on the screen once the movie begins.
00:50:04Such a design choice enhances the viewing experience by minimizing distractions.
00:50:11Speed bumps are crucial for pedestrian safety.
00:50:13But at the same time, they can seriously increase car emissions
00:50:17due to the non-stop acceleration and deceleration they cause.
00:50:22To address this issue, some cities, like London, are testing fake speed bumps.
00:50:27Those are optical illusions painted on the road.
00:50:30They look raised from a driver's perspective, but in reality, they're flat.
00:50:35Authorities hope that this approach will slow down drivers
00:50:38without having a negative impact on the environment.
00:50:43Soda bottles are always filled in such a way that there's some space between the liquid and the cap.
00:50:48That's because soda contains carbon dioxide.
00:50:51It's a gas that can expand once the bottle's heated.
00:50:54If there's no gap in the bottle, it can break because of the pressure building inside.
00:51:00Also, when you open your drink, the gases go out in the form of bubbles, making the drink overflow.
00:51:05The gap helps with this problem, too.
00:51:09The USB symbol, looking like a trident, has always sparked multiple speculations about its origin.
00:51:17One popular idea is that it represents Neptune's trident and symbolizes power and adaptability.
00:51:23But there's also a little bit less exciting theory.
00:51:26A man who claimed to have designed the symbol in the 1980s stated that it was supposed to represent connectivity.
00:51:33The large circle symbolizes a computer,
00:51:35while the attached shapes, the circle, the triangle, and square, stand for different outputs.
00:51:43The design of a tennis racket has a specific feature known as the throat.
00:51:48It's an open space below the head of the racket.
00:51:51This space isn't just for storing balls,
00:51:53it also improves the racket's aerodynamics by letting air pass through.
00:51:57It seriously reduces drag during swings.
00:52:02Speaking of tennis, tennis courts are usually built with a north-south orientation.
00:52:07It helps minimize the impact of the sun's position during the game,
00:52:11ensuring that neither player has the sun directly in their eyes.
00:52:16Look closely at a tram's overhead lines,
00:52:19and you'll see that its contact wires zigzag back and forth instead of going in a straight line.
00:52:24That's because all trams have pantographs attached to their roofs.
00:52:29The upper part of the pantograph is gradually worn down by the overhead wire and eventually needs to be replaced.
00:52:36To wear it down evenly,
00:52:38the wire is not installed strictly along the tram's path,
00:52:41but in zigzag patterns.
00:52:44As the tram moves,
00:52:45the pantograph slides along the wire,
00:52:47and it wears down evenly.
00:52:50Those cone-shaped water cooler cups?
00:52:53Their shape is intentionally designed to prevent users from setting the cups down.
00:52:58This allows employees to minimize the risk of spilling water on their desks around various electronic devices.
00:53:05Plus, less material is used to produce cone-shaped cups,
00:53:08which makes the process less wasteful and more cost-effective.
00:53:12It also kind of supports sustainability by encouraging people to drink their water quickly
00:53:17and dispose of their cups immediately after.
00:53:22Most suitcases have two zipper pulls,
00:53:24and it serves several purposes.
00:53:27First of all,
00:53:28if one zipper fails,
00:53:29the other can keep the suitcase closed.
00:53:32Even better,
00:53:33having two zippers allows you to have easier access to small sections of your suitcase
00:53:37without having to open it entirely.
00:53:41And finally,
00:53:42when you have two zippers,
00:53:43you can connect them with a padlock for increased security.
00:53:49Some plastic milk containers have dents on their sides.
00:53:52These dents serve several purposes.
00:53:55When milk spoils,
00:53:56it usually causes swelling and high-pressure buildup inside the container.
00:54:00That's when the dent pops out and doesn't let the jug blow up.
00:54:04Plus,
00:54:04if you decide to freeze the milk,
00:54:06it will expand like any other fluid.
00:54:09And then again,
00:54:10the indentation will pop out
00:54:12and prevent the container from breaking inside your freezer.
00:54:17If you ever had a problem figuring out why fake pockets exist,
00:54:21you need to hear this.
00:54:23The main reason is that if a clothing item has a specific cut or shape,
00:54:27pockets may spoil it.
00:54:29They can alter the item's shape either in the warehouse
00:54:32or already on the retail rack.
00:54:34The solution?
00:54:35Getting rid of the pockets in key areas.
00:54:38Plus,
00:54:39fake pockets are obviously cheaper
00:54:41and they don't get stretched out.
00:54:44The thermos wasn't actually invented to keep your coffee warm.
00:54:48It was made by a Scottish scientist
00:54:50who wanted a safe place to keep his chemicals at a stable temperature.
00:54:55So,
00:54:56he took two bottles,
00:54:57put the smaller one inside the bigger bottle,
00:54:59and vacuumed out the air between them.
00:55:05Alright,
00:55:06let's dish about condiments.
00:55:07In French schools,
00:55:09they're keeping a tight leash
00:55:10on ketchup, mayo, and vinaigrette.
00:55:13Why?
00:55:13Well,
00:55:14they're trying to up their meal game for the students.
00:55:16The rule is simple.
00:55:17These sassy sauces
00:55:19can't be just hanging out randomly.
00:55:21No,
00:55:22they must be served up with the most appropriate dish.
00:55:25It's all about making sure those kiddos
00:55:27are getting the best meal possible.
00:55:30Bon appetit!
00:55:31Did you know that chewing gum
00:55:33is a big no-no in Singapore?
00:55:35Yep,
00:55:36it's illegal to bring in any old gum.
00:55:38But,
00:55:39you can get your hands on some special medical gum
00:55:41if you really need it.
00:55:43And let me tell you,
00:55:44Singapore doesn't mess around when it comes to gum.
00:55:47You could end up with a hefty fight
00:55:49or even spend some time behind bars.
00:55:51Maybe they'll really chew you out.
00:55:53Heh.
00:55:54So,
00:55:54just leave the double bubble at home
00:55:56if you're planning a trip over there.
00:55:58Now,
00:55:59in Victoria,
00:56:00Australia,
00:56:00you've got to keep it down during certain times.
00:56:03Yep,
00:56:04you heard me right.
00:56:05No loud noises are allowed at night
00:56:07when everyone's trying to catch some Z's.
00:56:09And on Good Friday,
00:56:11try to keep it quiet all day long.
00:56:13So,
00:56:14let's be considerate
00:56:15and give our ears a break.
00:56:17Shall we?
00:56:18Now,
00:56:19in Rome,
00:56:19you can't keep your goldfish
00:56:21in a boring old glass bowl.
00:56:23No siree,
00:56:24that's considered cruel
00:56:25because those little guys
00:56:26need their oxygen flow.
00:56:28Plus,
00:56:29if you keep them in a bowl too long,
00:56:31they might go blind.
00:56:32And get this,
00:56:33you can't even give away goldfish as prizes.
00:56:36The law's got a whole subsection about it.
00:56:39So,
00:56:39if you're planning on bringing a goldfish along
00:56:42on your next trip to Rome,
00:56:43make sure you've got a fancy tank ready for them.
00:56:47Now,
00:56:48let's play a little game.
00:56:49Check out this picture.
00:56:50Can you guess where it was taken?
00:56:52Good luck with that.
00:56:54That chair you see is called a monoblock chair,
00:56:57and it's pretty special.
00:56:58You see,
00:56:59most objects give away clues
00:57:01about when and where they're from,
00:57:03like the shape of electrical outlets
00:57:05or the labels on your shampoo bottle.
00:57:07But the monoblock?
00:57:09Nope,
00:57:09it's totally what they call context-free.
00:57:12Crazy,
00:57:13right?
00:57:13Look at this,
00:57:14these chairs have caused quite a stir.
00:57:17Now,
00:57:17some folks think they're the bee's knees,
00:57:19calling them one of the world's
00:57:20most perfectly designed chairs.
00:57:22Others,
00:57:23not so much.
00:57:24They say the homogenous nature of the chair
00:57:27is disturbing
00:57:28and the real evil of globalization.
00:57:31And get this,
00:57:32in Basel,
00:57:33Switzerland,
00:57:33they actually banned these chairs
00:57:35from public spaces
00:57:36from 2008 to 2017
00:57:39to keep the city looking pretty.
00:57:41But they're back now.
00:57:44One more thing you can't do in Switzerland
00:57:45is flush your toilet after 10 p.m.
00:57:48Oh no,
00:57:49wait!
00:57:50It's an urban myth.
00:57:51Someone posted it on the internet,
00:57:53and thus,
00:57:54the funky rumors spread.
00:57:55But here's the deal.
00:57:57Taking baths at weird hours
00:57:58is kind of iffy.
00:57:59It's not okay to run a bath late at night
00:58:02because it's noisy and rude.
00:58:04But listen up,
00:58:05there's no way anyone can stop you
00:58:07from taking a shower
00:58:08between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
00:58:10as long as you don't hog the bathroom
00:58:12for more than 20 minutes.
00:58:14So go ahead,
00:58:15get your scrub on whenever you please.
00:58:18And make sure to flush the toilet,
00:58:20preferably with the lid closed.
00:58:22You don't want to have a germ convention
00:58:24in your bathroom.
00:58:25Uh-oh,
00:58:26looks like you don't want to run out of gas
00:58:28while cruising on the Autobahn in Germany.
00:58:30The authorities have put a ban
00:58:32on stopping your vehicle on the highway.
00:58:34So make sure you fill up that tank
00:58:36before hitting the road.
00:58:37And don't even think about
00:58:39taking a stroll on the Autobahn
00:58:41because you could end up with a fine
00:58:43for putting other drivers at risk,
00:58:45not to mention getting run over.
00:58:47Hey,
00:58:47did you hear about the musician
00:58:48that was run over on the Autobahn?
00:58:51He'd be flat.
00:58:52Anyway,
00:58:53stay safe out there.
00:58:55In Greece,
00:58:56wearing high heels at historical sites
00:58:58has been a no-no since 2009.
00:59:01Apparently,
00:59:02those pointy shoes
00:59:03can cause some damage
00:59:04to the ground and the architecture.
00:59:05So if you're planning a trip
00:59:07to the Acropolis,
00:59:08you should leave those stilettos at home.
00:59:11But there's more.
00:59:12Did you know that high heels
00:59:13are also banned from Disney parks?
00:59:16Yeah,
00:59:16it's true.
00:59:17As much as we love our fancy footwear,
00:59:19it turns out that they can be a hazard
00:59:21in crowded places.
00:59:23So if you're planning a trip
00:59:24to the happiest place on Earth,
00:59:26make sure you wear some comfy flats instead.
00:59:29Your feet
00:59:29and Mickey Mouse
00:59:30will thank you.
00:59:32In Canada,
00:59:33you're not allowed to use
00:59:34more than 25 pennies per transaction.
00:59:37Yep,
00:59:37it's true.
00:59:38This is all part of a plan
00:59:39to phase out the penny,
00:59:41which started back in 2013.
00:59:43So,
00:59:44if you're planning on paying for something
00:59:45with a bunch of pennies,
00:59:47you might want to think twice.
00:59:48Like in
00:59:49a penny for your thoughts.
00:59:50But hey,
00:59:51at least you won't have to lug around
00:59:53all that extra change anymore.
00:59:55Now,
00:59:56sharing memes in Australia
00:59:57is technically illegal.
01:00:00Yeah,
01:00:00the Copyright Act says
01:00:01it's a no-no
01:00:02to distribute anything
01:00:03that might hurt
01:00:04the owner's copyright.
01:00:05But,
01:00:06let's be real,
01:00:07Aussies love their means
01:00:09too much
01:00:09to let a little thing
01:00:10like the law
01:00:11stop them.
01:00:12So,
01:00:12don't worry,
01:00:13they're still spreading
01:00:14those hilarious pictures around.
01:00:17Traveling to Guatemala
01:00:18with your kiddos?
01:00:19Well,
01:00:20just make sure
01:00:20they don't try to sneak
01:00:21any party whistles
01:00:23onto the plane.
01:00:24Yep,
01:00:24you heard that right.
01:00:25Whistles are a no-no
01:00:27in this country.
01:00:28Apparently,
01:00:29too many people
01:00:30were using them
01:00:30to pretend
01:00:31they were police officers.
01:00:33So,
01:00:33to avoid any confusion,
01:00:35the Guatemalan authorities
01:00:36cracked down
01:00:37and banned them.
01:00:38But,
01:00:39don't worry,
01:00:39they didn't ban
01:00:40fake uniforms.
01:00:41Go figure.
01:00:42Just kidding.
01:00:44If you were ever thinking
01:00:45of bringing a wheelbarrow
01:00:47into Nigeria,
01:00:48I've got some news for you.
01:00:49Don't even try.
01:00:51Sure,
01:00:51you can totally grab one
01:00:52once you're there,
01:00:54but they won't let you
01:00:55bring it across the border.
01:00:56Why?
01:00:57Well,
01:00:58they're all about
01:00:59supporting their own
01:01:00manufacturing industry.
01:01:01So,
01:01:01they want to give
01:01:02their local wheelbarrow makers
01:01:04a chance to shine.
01:01:05Who knew wheelbarrows
01:01:06could cause such a fuss?
01:01:08Now,
01:01:09if Tunisia
01:01:09is your next
01:01:10vacay destination,
01:01:11listen up.
01:01:12Before you toss in
01:01:13a pencil
01:01:14for your Sudoku
01:01:15or crosswords,
01:01:16let me tell you
01:01:17something cray-cray.
01:01:19Pencils are a no-go
01:01:21in Tunisia.
01:01:22Yep,
01:01:22you heard that right.
01:01:23But relax,
01:01:24it concerns
01:01:25cases of import only.
01:01:27It's a mystery
01:01:28why they're banned.
01:01:29But better safe
01:01:30than sorry,
01:01:30right?
01:01:31So,
01:01:31pack your bags wisely
01:01:32and leave those pencils
01:01:34at home.
01:01:35Who knows?
01:01:35Maybe you'll discover
01:01:36a new way
01:01:37to keep your brain sharp
01:01:38on the plane ride over.
01:01:40Hey,
01:01:41guess what?
01:01:41China has banned
01:01:43time travel movies
01:01:44and shows
01:01:44since 2011.
01:01:46Apparently,
01:01:47the authorities
01:01:47think they're too accurate
01:01:48and could mess with
01:01:50people's perception
01:01:50of history.
01:01:51So,
01:01:52if you're heading
01:01:53to China,
01:01:53you don't have to worry
01:01:54about getting caught
01:01:55with a DeLorean
01:01:56in your luggage.
01:01:57But,
01:01:57maybe leave your
01:01:58Back to the Future DVD
01:02:00at home
01:02:00if you plan on
01:02:01watching it on the plane.
01:02:03Trust us,
01:02:04you don't want to mess
01:02:05with Chinese time travel laws.
01:02:07Hey,
01:02:08did you know
01:02:09that on the beautiful
01:02:10island of Capri
01:02:11in Italy,
01:02:12flip-flops are a big no-no?
01:02:14Apparently,
01:02:15the locals love
01:02:16their peace and quiet
01:02:16so much
01:02:17that they've made it
01:02:18illegal to wear
01:02:20excessively noisy
01:02:21footwear.
01:02:22But,
01:02:23don't worry,
01:02:24you can still rock
01:02:25your favorite pair
01:02:26of clunky shoes
01:02:27in the rest of Italy.
01:02:29Just make sure
01:02:29to leave the flip-flops
01:02:30at home
01:02:31if you're planning
01:02:32a trip to Capri.
01:02:33And,
01:02:33if you do decide
01:02:34to break the rules,
01:02:36be prepared
01:02:36to face the consequences.
01:02:38Tourists have actually
01:02:39been prosecuted
01:02:40for disrespecting
01:02:41this law.
01:02:42So,
01:02:43let's all be respectful
01:02:44of the locals
01:02:45and keep our footwear
01:02:46quiet,
01:02:47shall we?
01:02:49Have you heard
01:02:49about those
01:02:50Kinder Surprise candy eggs?
01:02:52Well,
01:02:52in the USA,
01:02:53they're banned.
01:02:54Can you believe it?
01:02:55Apparently,
01:02:56the little toy inside
01:02:57is a major choking hazard.
01:02:59And get this,
01:03:00some folks have even
01:03:01been caught
01:03:02trying to smuggle them
01:03:03in from our neighbors
01:03:04up north in Canada.
01:03:05Talk about a candy caper.
01:03:085
01:03:08and anotherones
01:03:09going
01:03:09einen kind of
01:03:10my eyes.
01:03:10That's
01:03:10one way to watch.
01:03:10See you more.
01:03:11Bye. Bye.
01:03:11Bye.
01:03:11You
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