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00:00:00Hey, have you ever been vibing out in your room, listening to some of your favorite songs,
00:00:05admiring the subwoofer of your speaker as it delivers magnificence to your eardrums?
00:00:10We all have.
00:00:11But have you ever asked yourself why that same speaker, along with other speakers across
00:00:16the globe, is almost always black?
00:00:19Some of you are probably screaming at your screen right now about your speaker being
00:00:23green, red, or any other color found in the rainbow.
00:00:26Number one, I said, almost always.
00:00:29And number two, if you look closely at the gorgeous design of your brightly colored music
00:00:34player, you'll often find that the speaker beneath it is still colored black.
00:00:39One possible explanation for this is that the original technology of speakers had a diaphragm
00:00:45with black particles on it.
00:00:46So as soon as a sound is amplified, it sends a charge through the diaphragm, and these black
00:00:52particles are driven upwards.
00:00:53The carbon particles bouncing and touching the upper membrane of the diaphragm are responsible
00:00:59for creating some of the distinct sounds from our speakers that we all love so much.
00:01:04Speaker manufacturers must have gotten tired of their products changing color with prolonged
00:01:09use, combined with these black particles settling on the upper membrane of the diaphragm.
00:01:14So, their logical solution was to color most speakers black.
00:01:19Another more practical belief as to why speakers are mostly colored black is that it's a hue that
00:01:25easily matches up with many types of decor.
00:01:29Walls, furniture, and clothes all often look quite well when combined with this color, which is why it's so
00:01:35prevalent everywhere you go.
00:01:37Listening to music has repeatedly scored in the top 10 pastimes in the U.S. based on research.
00:01:43Nowadays, you find sound speakers everywhere.
00:01:46In your television, laptop, and your phone, you can't escape them.
00:01:51But let's take a look at how they started off.
00:01:54Their origins are in radio and telephone technology.
00:01:58The first form of a speaker was developed by Johann Philipp Reis in 1861.
00:02:03The German was a self-taught inventor and installed the speaker on his telephone.
00:02:08It was just about able to reproduce clear tones, but it could also replicate muffled speech after a few revisions.
00:02:18Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone, decided to try and produce an improved version of Reis's speaker.
00:02:25Essentially, Bell and other inventors wanted to make an electrodynamic speaker.
00:02:30By 1877, it was still yet to exist.
00:02:33But due to the desire of inventors worldwide to change this, research confirmed that it was extremely possible to make
00:02:41one.
00:02:41In particular, the work of Wernher von Siemens, who came up with the idea of an electromagnetic coil-driven speaker,
00:02:48was a driving force in arriving at this conclusion.
00:02:52Why are there magnets in speakers, you might ask?
00:02:55Every speaker nowadays has an electric current,
00:02:58something the inventors were discussing would never have taken for granted at any point in their lives.
00:03:04When this electric current is changing, it produces a magnetic field.
00:03:08To make the panel of the speaker move, magnets are used to create an opposing magnetic field,
00:03:14which creates vibrations.
00:03:15These vibrations are the sound we end up hearing.
00:03:19The bigger the magnet, the louder the speaker will be.
00:03:22Another inventor by the name of Thomas Edison from the U.S.
00:03:26had filed a British patent for a system using compressed air for an amplifying mechanism.
00:03:31The first commercial electric loudspeaker saw the light of day only in 1924.
00:03:38The sound quality produced by the speaker was good enough for motion pictures.
00:03:42It took nearly 20 years for the next groundbreaking development in the world of loudspeakers.
00:03:48This came with the arrival of the duplex driver in 1943.
00:03:52It offered better clarity and coherence at high volumes, which was important in movie theaters.
00:03:58Fittingly, it was nicknamed the voice of the theater.
00:04:02The duplex driver was immediately tested by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
00:04:07and instantly made its film house industry standard in 1955.
00:04:12Until now, this loudspeaker design is still used.
00:04:16Indeed, the film industry does seem to put a lot of effort into its sound,
00:04:21and so do the theaters we watched them in.
00:04:23You may have noticed that these buildings often have thick curtains on the walls.
00:04:27These are soundproof or acoustic curtains, and both are much thicker than regular curtains.
00:04:33They will either consist of heavier fabrics that are tightly woven or have better quality linings.
00:04:39This means that these curtains will absorb sound and reduce the acoustic reflection
00:04:44off the ceiling, windows, and flat walls of the room.
00:04:47This ultimately creates a much better sonic experience.
00:04:50The carpet floors are so thick in theaters for the same reason.
00:04:54It helps to trap sound by providing insulation.
00:04:57From a practical standpoint, this carpet is also set up to prevent the sound of footsteps during film screenings.
00:05:04This concept of trapping sound is also the reason why putting a phone inside a cup
00:05:10will make the phone's speaker seem louder.
00:05:12Any speaker sitting or suspended in an open space projects its sound in all directions.
00:05:17As the speaker vibrates to create sound waves, an equal amount of energy leaves from both the front and the
00:05:25back.
00:05:25By placing a speaker in some form of enclosure, we can redirect some of the energy that comes from the
00:05:32back of the speaker and project it forwards.
00:05:34By putting the speaker in a cup, you're directing the sound more efficiently.
00:05:38It travels only one way, making it seem louder than what you'd hear when you take it out of the
00:05:44cup.
00:05:45Speaking of phones and speakers, ever wonder why your mobile device makes your speaker produce a buzzing noise?
00:05:52This can occur when the two gadgets are near one another and your mobile is trying to send and receive
00:05:58data.
00:05:58The transfer of information produces electromagnetic disturbances in the medium around the speakers.
00:06:04It creates noise in the audio, and as a result, you can hear the buzzing sound coming from the speaker.
00:06:11A simple way to protect the amazing vibe your speaker is creating for you from this irritating buzzing noise
00:06:17is just to move your phone away from your speaker, or vice versa.
00:06:22This will eliminate what is officially known as electromagnetic interference.
00:06:28Research across America shows that, on average, 74% of people own two or more pairs of headphones.
00:06:3546% of them mention they listen to their headphones for more than two hours per day.
00:06:41Some choose the headphones by their looks, others by the sound quality.
00:06:45In either case, finding the right pair is important, since a lot of people are willing to spend over $100
00:06:51on it.
00:06:52Headphones have become a true fashion accessory.
00:06:55That's why well-known figures are trying to make an impact in the headphone industry, like it's the fashion industry.
00:07:02Music moguls Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine came up with the idea for the now world-famous Beats by Dre
00:07:09Headphones brand.
00:07:11They were walking along the Pacific Ocean one day in 2006, discussing a sneaker deal
00:07:16as they had an offer on the table from a major brand in that arena.
00:07:20After some discussions, they decided they wanted to do something they were more passionate about and landed on headphones.
00:07:27The duo's idea turned into a brand that was purchased by Apple in 2014 for $3 billion.
00:07:35It was the largest deal in Apple's history, and Beats by Dre controlled 70% of the headphone market at
00:07:41the time of signing.
00:07:42The move allowed Apple to take over the headphone space.
00:07:46The release of their popular wireless AirPods headphones in 2016 was another reason it happened.
00:07:52But how did these popular wireless headphones that many of us own actually work?
00:07:58These headphones rely on internal batteries to have enough power to remain wireless.
00:08:03Most often, they have conveniently built-in rechargeable batteries, but sometimes they keep going thanks to standard AA or AAA
00:08:11batteries.
00:08:12They receive wirelessly transmitted signals from their paired audio sources, be it your phone or laptop.
00:08:19These signals are encoded by the source device and transmitted most commonly via radio frequencies or infrared carriers.
00:08:27The headphones receive the signal and decode it to audio.
00:08:30And just like that, it's music to your ears.
00:08:37Okay, I know it's kind of cold to the touch, especially on a freezing winter's day.
00:08:41But did you know that brass doorknobs actually serve a purpose apart from looking classy and shiny?
00:08:46Since it's a copper alloy, brass has antimicrobial properties.
00:08:50That means it can help get rid of harmful germs and bacteria, sometimes in up to two hours.
00:08:55In high-traffic areas, that's all the more useful.
00:08:58But since brass is much costlier than other metals like nickel and steel, you barely see these types of doorknobs
00:09:05anymore nowadays.
00:09:06Speaking of lovely multi-purpose items, most screwdrivers have a tiny little secret of their own.
00:09:11They can sometimes be slid through a wrench so that they can be used to create more torque when twisting.
00:09:17Not to mention the uses when it comes to bolts in hard-to-reach places.
00:09:22There's a reason why buttons on women's shirts are for the left-handed, and it has nothing to do with
00:09:27fashion.
00:09:28This practice dates back to the times when chambermaids were helping ladies dress themselves,
00:09:32and it was easier for them to perform their job with this orientation.
00:09:37Having the buttons placed as such indicated a sign of wealth, so it's easy to imagine why the practice carried
00:09:43on,
00:09:43even though most people dress themselves nowadays.
00:09:47Next time you receive a package in your mail, take a look at your box cutter.
00:09:51If it features some diagonal lines on the blade, you're in for a little design perk.
00:09:55Turns out that these are blades that snap off.
00:09:59Continuously cutting cardboard can dull the sharp edge of the blade.
00:10:02To help prevent the need to buy a brand new box cutter,
00:10:05the top segment along the next line can be broken off to reach a new sharp edge.
00:10:10To do this, check out the small hole at the base of the tool, sometimes called the blade snapper.
00:10:16The people that first came up with this brilliant invention were engineers,
00:10:20inspired by the way chocolate bars are segmented.
00:10:23Hold on a minute, don't throw away the cardboard package just yet.
00:10:26Most likely, you'll have some silica gel packets somewhere at the bottom of the box.
00:10:30Since this gel is basically a drying tool, it gathers up the moisture out of its environment,
00:10:35so you can store these packets for further occasions.
00:10:38Whether you'll need to dry out your phone or some other electrical object,
00:10:42you can place them in a container next to the silica gel to reduce the damage.
00:10:47You don't have to be a mechanic to know when a standard car tire needs replacing,
00:10:51since they come equipped with a neat indicator.
00:10:53Take a closer look, and you'll see that treads within the tire are a bunch of rubber notches.
00:10:59When the treads are evened out with the perpendicular bars,
00:11:02it's a sign you need to book an appointment with your local car service,
00:11:06since most likely the tires have lost most of their traction and may not be safe for driving any longer.
00:11:12The upper corners of a car windshield feature textured black dots melted into the glass edges.
00:11:18This neat add-on isn't there for design purposes.
00:11:21It's called frit glazing,
00:11:23which means that a special type of ceramic paint is added to the window for protecting its sealant from UV
00:11:30rays.
00:11:30It also conceals and creates a coarser surface for the adhesive used to set the window in place.
00:11:38Whenever you're up for a drive,
00:11:40check out if there's a small tab under your car's rearview mirror.
00:11:44Bet you didn't know it's there to help switch the mirror from daytime to nighttime views.
00:11:49It uses a prismatic glass technology to blur the reflection and reduce the glare of headlights behind you in traffic.
00:11:57People came up with these manually tilted mirrors in the 1930s,
00:12:01but they became standard somewhere in the 1970s.
00:12:04While you're in the car, check out the headrests,
00:12:07as you most likely don't know that they carry a little disguised purpose.
00:12:11Of course, they're adjustable to accommodate passengers of any height
00:12:15so that they get the proper support for their heads and necks.
00:12:17The hidden feature is that they are detachable and come with two very solid metal bars.
00:12:24Should you ever find yourself stuck in a car and need to make a fast getaway?
00:12:28These bars come in handy to crack out the car windows.
00:12:32So you're out for a drive and you're suddenly out of gas.
00:12:35What I'm about to describe sounds more like a meme than an actual situation bound to happen.
00:12:40But what if you're in such a hurry that you accidentally drive off with the gas nozzle still in the
00:12:45tank?
00:12:46Well, the nozzles have been designed to prevent any hazards from happening, rest assured.
00:12:51They feature a breakaway device that will allow the hose to separate when taken out with enough force.
00:12:57Initially designed in the early 20th century to be worn exclusively by basketball players,
00:13:03sneakers soon became one of those fashion fundamentals, similar to jeans and leather jackets.
00:13:08If you take a closer look at them, you'll see they have two extra holes on the side, similar to
00:13:13the shoelace holes.
00:13:14They're manufactured as such not only to provide extra ventilation,
00:13:18but to allow people to get extra creative with their laces when wearing the shoes.
00:13:23Admit it, you've always thought that chopsticks are merged at the end for the sole purpose of keeping them together
00:13:28until you're ready to dig into your meal.
00:13:30That may or may not be the whole truth.
00:13:33Under a more detailed inspection, the wooden tools feature a square-shaped end.
00:13:38Chopsticks manufactured like this date back to an old Japanese traditional design,
00:13:43which can help with breaking the ends easily.
00:13:45The separated end can then be used as a resting block for the chopsticks
00:13:50to keep it more sanitized in hopes it can be used again,
00:13:53since they won't be touching the table or any other surface.
00:13:57Women's bikes have a special design, which, surprisingly, has a historical and fashionable purpose.
00:14:03The lower frame is for the most part meant to make up for the generally shorter height of ladies,
00:14:08compared to that of the average gentleman.
00:14:10While that is the case for handlebars and saddles,
00:14:13the overall frame is lower for an additional purpose.
00:14:17Way back when women wore long skirts and dresses all day,
00:14:20every day they needed to make sure their outfits wouldn't get caught in the frame.
00:14:24That's how we came up with a lower-framed bicycle,
00:14:27perfectly made for women and their needs at the time.
00:14:31The fact that toothpastes are multicolored is not just a nice perk to make dental hygiene more fun.
00:14:37There's a secret meaning related to each of the colors, which dates back to the 1970s.
00:14:42In those days, people grew more and more interested in their oral health care,
00:14:47and as such, they were looking for products which could do more than merely clean their teeth.
00:14:53One company was the pioneer in that regard, adding mouthwash to its toothpaste, meaning the blue strip.
00:14:59They later added on the red strip, meant to feature ingredients which helped with gum care.
00:15:05Speaking of toothpaste, check the cap next time you open a new tube.
00:15:08You may be in for a little surprise.
00:15:11There's a pointed cone shape inside the cap,
00:15:13so you can puncture the seal of the toothpaste without cutting yourself or ruining your manicure.
00:15:18Not to mention, it's more hygienic since you won't be able to transfer germs or other bacteria into the product
00:15:24itself.
00:15:26On the subject of bathroom countertop items,
00:15:29toothbrushes come with a neat add-on hidden in the bristle patterns.
00:15:32Apart from making the toothbrush look cooler, they also do come with a practical purpose.
00:15:38Most toothbrushes come with a pattern of blue bristles intertwined with white ones.
00:15:42The blue dye is meant to fade out, signaling the time when you need to replace your toothbrush.
00:15:48Dentists say that toothbrushes should be replaced every three to four months,
00:15:52but it does serve as a great reminder in case you forget.
00:15:55Still love playing with Lego?
00:15:57Don't judge.
00:15:59Hey, it's a great hobby for all ages.
00:16:01Notice there's a hole on top of the Lego heads?
00:16:03Behold, you're looking at a safety feature that the people at Lego designed to prevent choking hazards.
00:16:10The most dangerous issue should a person swallow any of these pieces is the blocking of the airways.
00:16:16Designing a hole inside the Lego head helps the air to flow freely through the piece until it can be
00:16:21removed safely.
00:16:23We're now used to all sorts of modern light bulbs,
00:16:26some tubular, some shaped like diamonds, and some even twisted all together.
00:16:31Historically, light bulbs were round and the initial shape served a purpose in itself.
00:16:36It was mainly connected to the fact that glass bulbs were hand-blown,
00:16:40which gave them the round shape to begin with.
00:16:43The hidden practical reason was that the light bulb filament
00:16:46needed to be at the same distance from every surface of the glass sphere.
00:16:50The easiest way to achieve this was to make the glass in the shape of a globe.
00:16:56Want to pour yourself a drink before we begin?
00:16:58Just make sure not to grab the glass with your palm.
00:17:01Yep, that's right.
00:17:02The glass has a stem for a reason.
00:17:05Touching the glass bowl with your hands will alter the drink's temperature,
00:17:07and it will get warmer much sooner.
00:17:11While we're in the kitchen, let's check out your fridge.
00:17:14Most of those come with designated areas in the door shelves for eggs,
00:17:18but this may not be the best solution for storing them.
00:17:21The temperature in the door shelves tends to be a bit higher than in the fridge itself,
00:17:25so it's not the best place to store delicate types of food, like eggs or dairy.
00:17:30Make sure to remember that after your next trip to the supermarket.
00:17:34Also, while we're still browsing items in the fridge,
00:17:37did you know that waiting for food to cool down before refrigerating it may be bad for it?
00:17:42Keeping food at room temperature for more than two hours can increase its chances of going bad.
00:17:48So, pop it in as soon as possible.
00:17:51Just make sure to divide your food into smaller batches to help it cool down quicker.
00:17:56What's that in your fridge I just saw?
00:17:58Chocolate?
00:17:59Well, that's a big no-no.
00:18:00Regardless of the season, remember to never store chocolate in the fridge.
00:18:04The lower temperatures inside can cause the chocolate flavor to dull.
00:18:08Also, who wants to eat rock-hard chocolate anyway?
00:18:13When it comes to breakfast, next time you boil an egg,
00:18:16try putting a teaspoon of baking soda into the water when boiling.
00:18:19The eggshells will peel off way easier.
00:18:23Another tip is to crack the egg on one end and run it under the tap.
00:18:27The water stream will help peel off the shell faster and with way less of a mess.
00:18:33Fan of smoothies?
00:18:34Bet you didn't know there's actually a correct way to load up your blender.
00:18:38Start with the liquids, then pile up the solids as you go.
00:18:41The motion created by the movement of the liquids will ensure a smooth,
00:18:46clump-free, delicious breakfast or snack.
00:18:48After that, you can clean it by simply adding some dishwashing soap and some water
00:18:53and letting it blend away.
00:18:55No need to add it to the dishwasher anymore,
00:18:57since the full cycle of the dishwasher can damage the metal plates on the blender.
00:19:02If you're ever in the mood for a peanut butter sandwich,
00:19:05but the peanut butter is all split with the oils on top,
00:19:08remember, there's a correct way to store it.
00:19:11Placing the peanut butter jar upside down in your cupboard
00:19:13will ensure the oils are spread out evenly.
00:19:17Love a good steak but never get a perfect consistency?
00:19:21You're probably digging in too soon.
00:19:23You have to let the meat rest after cooking for at least 10 minutes before you start cutting it.
00:19:28Using the right knife will also give you better results.
00:19:31A sharp knife will ensure you don't lose any of those lovely meat juices.
00:19:37It's pasta night.
00:19:38Ever wondered why there's a hole in the middle of the spaghetti spoon?
00:19:42Turns out you can use that hole to check how much pasta to cook per person.
00:19:46Now you know exactly how much of it to boil for that special marinara sauce of yours.
00:19:51When using non-stick pans, never use metal utensils.
00:19:55Go for wooden or plastic ones instead.
00:19:58The metal will be way too rough on the surface of your pans
00:20:01and can actually damage the non-adherent surface.
00:20:04Are you a leftovers for dinner type of person?
00:20:07Aren't we all?
00:20:08Quick tip for reheating your dinner in the microwave.
00:20:10Try spreading the food around the edges of the plate.
00:20:14Microwaves are indeed designed to heat food as evenly as possible.
00:20:18But not if the food is piled up.
00:20:22Ever try to take out a single tic-tac from the tiny container?
00:20:25Just turn the box on its side.
00:20:27There's a cleverly designed slot on the plastic top precisely for that.
00:20:32No more shaking the tic-tac box like a maniac.
00:20:35If you're up for some music but don't have a speaker around, don't worry.
00:20:39Placing your phone in a cup or bowl will amplify the sound and make your experience so much better.
00:20:45In a hurry, and your phone is running out of battery, there's a simple way to reduce the charging time.
00:20:52Simply set the phone to airplane mode.
00:20:54You'll see, it'll charge up to 100% in no time.
00:20:58We all keep our phones in all sorts of places.
00:21:01Our pockets, bags, under our pillows.
00:21:04Hence, a lot of fuzz or lint can get stuck in the charging port.
00:21:07For safety reasons, turn the phone off before cleaning it.
00:21:10You can use specifically designed tools for cleaning the charging ports, speakers, or a microphone.
00:21:16Just be sure to be gentle.
00:21:19Nice desk you got there.
00:21:21Did you know that those little legs on the back of the keyboard are actually there to help you see
00:21:26the keys better?
00:21:27However, if you can type without having to look at the keyboard, don't use them to lift the keyboard up.
00:21:32This position can damage your wrists when using for a long period of time.
00:21:37If you like to keep your things organized and prefer to use sticky notes,
00:21:41just make sure to remove them from the notes cube from side to side to prevent curling.
00:21:47We all feel a little overwhelmed when it comes to storage, especially linens.
00:21:51One easy way to make sure you'll never get mixed sheets is to store each set in the matching pillowcase.
00:21:58Not only will you get easy access to each set, but it's way nicer to look at on the shelves.
00:22:04When it comes to storing clothing, people use wooden hangers for more than just aesthetic reasons.
00:22:09They may be bigger and heavier than plastic ones, but they also help repel moths.
00:22:14Keep that in mind, more so when storing winter clothes.
00:22:18Were you ever curious about that one extra loophole in your running shoes?
00:22:23That one just next to your ankles?
00:22:25Well, turns out it's there for a reason.
00:22:27The tighter the laces on your shoes, the less likely you are to get blisters.
00:22:32Always fit your shoes correctly and use that extra loop in the shoes if needed before you go for a
00:22:37run.
00:22:38Your dress shirts have a tiny secret too.
00:22:41On the inside of the shirt, right between the shoulders, there's a tiny loop that you can use to hang
00:22:46the garment whenever you don't have a hanger lying around.
00:22:50Nothing can ruin a good vacation more than unorganized baggage.
00:22:55To make sure you never have to stuff your luggage with a huge pile of random clothes,
00:23:00instead of folding, try rolling your stuff and placing it neatly in the baggage.
00:23:06This way, you save a lot of space.
00:23:09You have easy access to everything you need, and your clothes will be less wrinkled.
00:23:15Not to be intrusive, but there's a bunch of things I'd like to show you in the bathroom as well.
00:23:21Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds each time to get rid of all the germs.
00:23:27To save the effort, open and close the tap with your wrist if possible.
00:23:31There you go. Squeaky clean hands for a longer period of time.
00:23:37Always brush your hair from the bottom if you want to get rid of any knots.
00:23:42Brushing your hair from the top will only cause more damage.
00:23:47When it's time to wash your hair, be sure to concentrate the shampoo on the scalp.
00:23:52Be careful, though, never to apply the shampoo directly to your head.
00:23:57Lather it a bit with some water between your hands before you start massaging it in.
00:24:03You can skip shampooing the lengths of your hair unless they're really dirty.
00:24:07The foam that goes down from your scalp is sufficient to clean that portion.
00:24:12Take good care of your loofah as well.
00:24:15Leaving it in a moist, warm shower can increase its chances of gathering all sorts of nasty bacteria.
00:24:22Either throw it in with your laundry once a week, or let it soak in a solution with diluted bleach.
00:24:30We're sure you always moisturize after your shower, but there's a correct way to do that too.
00:24:36Don't add too much cream on your face, and make sure to tap, not rub it in.
00:24:41Your skin will thank you for it.
00:24:44You don't have to be a dentist to know how important flossing is.
00:24:49Next time, try tying your floss in a knot.
00:24:53With the added tension and grip, your teeth will be cleaner in no time.
00:25:00Now, how many functioning razor blades have you thrown out because they got oxidated and rusty?
00:25:06Ew.
00:25:06And how much usable toilet paper have you wasted because you didn't know any better?
00:25:12Luckily, that can change if you follow some simple tips.
00:25:16Now, let's say you've just arrived back from the grocery store.
00:25:19The bags are full of fresh produce and refrigerated items.
00:25:23If you're a type A person, you probably look at your empty fridge and start throwing your groceries inside without
00:25:30any type of organizational system.
00:25:32Now, if you were a type B, maybe you stop for a moment to assess the situation and try to
00:25:38figure out the best way to distribute your food.
00:25:41No matter which scenario you fit into, I bet you've been storing some essential day-to-day items in a
00:25:48very wrong way.
00:25:49Take eggs. We're used to them coming beautifully placed in their little carton packages, ready to be picked one by
00:25:56one and transferred to the egg compartment located on the fridge's door.
00:26:00But have you ever stopped to wonder whether that is really the best place to store your eggs after all?
00:26:06Turns out, it's not the ideal place for them.
00:26:09The refrigerator door is one of the warmest parts of a fridge, as it is being constantly opened and closed,
00:26:16compromising the egg's overall quality.
00:26:19According to food safety experts, there is such a thing as the correct order to store food inside the fridge.
00:26:26Refrigeration plays a large role in keeping your food safe.
00:26:29The first rule of keeping food fresh is to always check the temperature in the places where you store it.
00:26:36The temperature inside kitchen cabinets should be between 50 degrees Fahrenheit and 70 degrees.
00:26:42And when it comes to the fridge, it must be around 37 degrees Fahrenheit, while the freezer should mark nothing
00:26:49over 0 degrees Fahrenheit.
00:26:51Store your refrigerated foods by cooking temperature, from the lowest temperature on the upper shelves to the highest cooking temperature
00:26:58on the bottom shelves.
00:27:00Keep ready-to-eat foods that need little to no cooking at all on the first fridge shelf.
00:27:05Then, organize the rest of your shelves by cooking temperature.
00:27:09In this scenario, eggs would go on the third or fourth shelf, as they cook between 145 and 155 degrees
00:27:16Fahrenheit.
00:27:17Now, bread.
00:27:18If you're a carb eater, you've certainly lost multiple packages of bread before.
00:27:22They are notoriously known for their super-fast expiring dates and the colonies of mold that appear from what seems
00:27:30to be thin air and force us to throw away otherwise good slices of bread.
00:27:35Well, here's some good news.
00:27:36There is a way to keep your loaf of bread fresh for weeks and even months.
00:27:41And contrary to eggs and milk, the fridge is not the way to go for that to happen.
00:27:46Instead, separate the slices of bread and place them in a plastic bag.
00:27:50Now, close the bag, removing all air from inside it.
00:27:54Be sure to leave the bag as free from air as possible.
00:27:57That is what will generate its safe storage.
00:28:00Now, place the airtight bags of plastic into a freezer.
00:28:04And voila!
00:28:05Your bread can last up to three months that way.
00:28:08How about pickles and other condiment food jars?
00:28:12In order to make them last longer, store them upside down, as that will prevent mold growth.
00:28:17And yes, you can keep these ones on your fridge's door.
00:28:21There's no problem with that.
00:28:23Before we leave the kitchen, try this out.
00:28:26Whenever you buy a new non-stick saucepan, season it before actually cooking anything on it.
00:28:32First, you'll need oil.
00:28:33Rub on the edges of your pan and place it inside the stove for about 60 seconds.
00:28:38Let it absorb the heat, then remove the pan from the stove and let it cool down.
00:28:43Wipe off the excess oil, and there you have it.
00:28:46This way, the oil will fill in any small gaps or little pores in the pan,
00:28:51smoothing down the surface until it's all even.
00:28:54You can now expose the pan to high temperatures, and it won't get damaged.
00:28:59Now, let's move on to bathroom items.
00:29:02Toilet paper is easily one of the most wasted household items.
00:29:06Even if we notice it, we don't really do much to change the way we go about it.
00:29:10Apart from the classic over-under discussion of how we should place toilet paper,
00:29:15there is a less-known must-do habit that we often ignore.
00:29:19Just to fill you in, in case you've been oblivious to this until now,
00:29:24toilet paper science has long debated whether the correct way to hang the roll
00:29:28is with the loose end draped over the top or with the loose end hanging inside next to the wall.
00:29:34And as much as I bet many here already know the answer,
00:29:38can I have a drumroll, please?
00:29:42Well, you got that right if you guessed with the loose end draped over the top.
00:29:47It is so for the simple reason that over provides easier access to the loose hanging end of the paper
00:29:54and minimizes the risk of knuckle-on-wall germ gathering.
00:29:58Ooh.
00:29:58But now, toilet paper ingenuity doesn't end here.
00:30:02Did you know that to reduce toilet paper waste,
00:30:05you should squish your rolls before placing them on the bathroom hanger?
00:30:09By squishing, I mean laying them down horizontally and pressing them down with your hand
00:30:15until their asperic center has turned into an oval, almost flattened shape.
00:30:20Yes, you should aim at flattening your toilet paper.
00:30:23And no, I haven't lost my mind.
00:30:25That happened long ago.
00:30:27The purpose of this practice is to make it harder for toilet paper to rotate.
00:30:32When you hang it in its usual, more circular form, it rotates too easily.
00:30:37This way, it lets us, the toilet paper users, effortlessly enjoy it in an unlimited fashion.
00:30:44Depending on the force we use to pull the paper,
00:30:47we will end up with twice or three times the amount of paper we needed in the first place.
00:30:52And sure, we could just roll the excess back.
00:30:54But I bet most of us here don't do that and end up just wasting huge chunks of paper.
00:31:01You get the idea, right?
00:31:03Oval-shaped paper equals more controlled rotation and thus less waste of toilet paper.
00:31:09So there.
00:31:10Then we have razor blades.
00:31:11If you're the person who never stops buying razor blades because the last one you bought five days ago is
00:31:18already rusty from your bathroom's humidity,
00:31:21maybe you'll want to listen to this one.
00:31:23It's not true that razor blades have such a short life expectancy.
00:31:27They can and should last longer in our bathroom cupboards.
00:31:30We just need to know how to handle them.
00:31:33Now, you don't have to be an expert to know that a warm and moist environment doesn't go well with
00:31:39razor blade steel.
00:31:40So, for starters, you should always dry them after using them, especially if your last usage was in the shower.
00:31:47Then keep them in a cool and dry spot, maybe even out of the bathroom.
00:31:52They will surely last longer this way.
00:31:54Using a rusty blade can be especially bad for your skin, contributing to bacterial or fungal infection.
00:32:01So, that's a big no-no for leaving the blade face down in a puddle of shower water.
00:32:06Do keep that in mind.
00:32:08After that delicious shower, some people may head back to their bedrooms.
00:32:13If it's near bedtime, they might even decide to light that aesthetically pleasant nightside candle
00:32:19and enjoy the most out of its pleasing white musk and warm vanilla aroma.
00:32:25But if your candle has been burning too quickly, try these tricks out and see if it'll last longer.
00:32:31You can trim your candle's wick multiple times and keep it as far away from water and moist as possible.
00:32:37It will guarantee that your candle's wax stays firm and steady and thus continues to burn slower for a longer
00:32:44period of time.
00:32:46A little extra tip regarding candles.
00:32:48Never throw away their jars once you've finally burnt them out.
00:32:52Suppose you made it to the end of your candle.
00:32:55Congrats!
00:32:55Boil some water, wash the recipient with detergent and warm water,
00:33:00clean the remaining wax out of it, and reuse the jar.
00:33:04You can plant a succulent, store art supply, or use it for anything your heart desires.
00:33:09And there you have it.
00:33:11Little changes in habits can go a long way in your daily life.
00:33:15Be sure to check them out and let us know in the comments below which one was your favorite to
00:33:20try out.
00:33:21Me?
00:33:22I'm going to make candles out of toilet paper.
00:33:24We'll see how that goes.
00:33:26You know what?
00:33:27Onions can help fight off the flu.
00:33:29Hmm.
00:33:30And apparently they can do it in various ways.
00:33:32Like, you can put them in your socks, which somehow transfer their disease-fighting abilities through your feet.
00:33:38Or you can drink onion-infused water to treat or prevent illnesses like colds or the flu.
00:33:44Well, unfortunately, these are all false beliefs.
00:33:47When it comes to directly combating cold or flu viruses, onions are unlikely to have a superimpact.
00:33:53But overall, they're good for you.
00:33:56At the same time, onions do have a high concentration of quercetin.
00:34:00It's a pigment known for its potential anti-inflammatory properties.
00:34:05The correct way to open a new deodorant is by manually prying the top off.
00:34:10Nope.
00:34:11Removing the cap from a new deodorant stick involves twisting it.
00:34:15This move triggers the mechanism to push the safety cap off.
00:34:18This method helps avoid the hassle of manually prying the lid off, leaving deodorant residue under your nails.
00:34:26Now, what about the ideal time for using deodorant?
00:34:29You might think it's in the morning before you leave the house.
00:34:32But the optimal time to use deodorant is in the evening.
00:34:36At this time, your body temperature is cooler and your underarms are less moist,
00:34:41providing a greater opportunity for the deodorant to work effectively on your skin.
00:34:45Applying deodorant in the morning is still okay for those people who don't suffer from excessive sweating.
00:34:51So, if you sweat a moderate amount, there's no reason to change your daily routine.
00:34:56Now, keeping your shower curtain inside or outside the tub is a choice.
00:35:00But, apparently, putting the shower curtain inside the tub reduces splashing and prevents water from escaping.
00:35:07The decorative cloth curtain belongs on the outside, whereas the plastic one should be on the inside.
00:35:12I mean, the whole idea is to prevent splashing water.
00:35:17Now, watering your plants on scorching hot days harms them.
00:35:21Rain showers occur during the summer season all over the world, and plants easily survive in these conditions.
00:35:27At the same time, when you water your plants on hot days,
00:35:31a substantial amount of liquid might evaporate before it can effectively benefit the plants.
00:35:36It's worth noting that this might be different for some sensitive indoor plants, such as African violets.
00:35:42It can result in leaf damage if you pour very cold water directly onto their leaves.
00:35:48Now, let's continue with another garden-related thing.
00:35:51Tree roots only reach as far as the outer edge of tree branches.
00:35:55Myth or fact?
00:35:56Well, it's a misconception.
00:35:58The root systems of many trees can extend well beyond the diameter of their crowns.
00:36:03For instance, magnolia trees can have roots that reach nearly four times their crown diameter,
00:36:09while the roots of red maple trees can exceed their crowns by up to three times.
00:36:14It's easier to shuck corn before it's boiled.
00:36:17Well, in the past, before the invention of modern cooking methods, many recipes involve pre-shucked corn.
00:36:24However, you can still grill it with or without the husk when it comes to recipes like grilled corn.
00:36:29A recommended technique is to partially shuck the corn, leaving only a few layers closer to the cob still attached.
00:36:36This method retains moisture while also providing appealing char marks on certain kernels.
00:36:42Alternatively, you can cook whole, unshucked ears of corn in the microwave or by boiling it, if you prefer.
00:36:51Moving on with everyday items you've been storing wrong.
00:36:54Take eggs, for example.
00:36:56Leaving them in the fridge door is good for them, right?
00:36:59No, this can lead to a rollercoaster of temperatures every time you grab a snack.
00:37:04As for nuts, they're happier in the fridge.
00:37:07He can make them go all wonky, especially if they're the kind with lots of good fats.
00:37:11So, keeping them chilled helps them stay fresher and tastier.
00:37:16There's another common myth about nuts.
00:37:18It's said that roasting them decreases calories, proteins, carbs, and fibers they contain.
00:37:24But no, both cooked and uncooked nuts have similar amounts of those.
00:37:28The main goal of roasting nuts is to enhance their flavor and crunchiness.
00:37:33Keep this in mind, though.
00:37:34When nuts are roasted, the healthy fats they contain may get damaged.
00:37:38And in the end, this can result in a reduced nutrient content.
00:37:43Now, let's talk about avocados.
00:37:45Don't toss them in the fridge if you want them to ripen on schedule.
00:37:49Feel like hanging out at room temperature.
00:37:52We can also put an end to another avocado-related myth.
00:37:55Avocados are fattening.
00:37:57Yeah, they do have a high-fat content, compared with most other fruits.
00:38:01But this doesn't necessarily make them bad for your health.
00:38:04In fact, avocados contain what's often called healthy fats, which can help reduce harmful cholesterol levels in your body.
00:38:12Now, let's carry on with diet and food.
00:38:15Swapping white table sugar for unrefined options like honey, maple syrup, and coconut sugar is supposed to make your diet
00:38:22healthier.
00:38:22Well, don't fall for this myth.
00:38:25Sugar is sugar, no matter whether it's refined or unrefined.
00:38:29While unrefined sugars may contain a few extra vitamins and minerals, the advantage is minimal, because they're still considered added
00:38:37sugars.
00:38:38These added sugars can add up and contribute to your diet's recommended limit on daily sugar intake.
00:38:44Full-fat products aren't a one-way ticket to weight gain.
00:38:48That's a myth from the 80s and 90s.
00:38:50Some people are still scared of fat, but it shouldn't be the case.
00:38:54Fat plays a few essential roles, such as protecting our organs, maintaining cell membranes, supporting health and development, and helping
00:39:02absorb vital vitamins.
00:39:04The key is to choose heart-healthy, unsaturated fats like olive oil, canola oil, nuts, nut butter, and avocados over
00:39:12saturated and trans fats found in fatty meats and high-fat dairy products.
00:39:18There's a common belief that avoiding carbs entirely will make you lose weight.
00:39:22Well, that's a myth too.
00:39:24Low-carb diets have made their rounds, vilifying carbs, including fruits and whole grains.
00:39:30While some people have had success with these diets, it's usually because they've cut out highly processed, carb-laden foods,
00:39:37like chips, cookies, and white bread.
00:39:39You know, all the stuff we like.
00:39:40Eliminating an entire food group isn't the best approach, as you might miss out on essential nutrients.
00:39:47Another belief is that you can get rid of body toxins with a detox diet.
00:39:52Well, sorry, most detox diets don't live up to their promises.
00:39:56Your body is already good at detoxing itself with the help of your liver, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract.
00:40:03You don't need to buy any special products.
00:40:05If you want to rejuvenate your body, focus on eating more whole foods, staying hydrated, and cutting out highly processed
00:40:13junk food.
00:40:15Okay, I have three life hacks for you.
00:40:18These aren't myths.
00:40:19Firstly, you can stop a pot from boiling over by putting a wooden spoon over its top.
00:40:24Secondly, if you position a cheese grater vertically, there's a better way to use it.
00:40:29Lay it down horizontally.
00:40:31This way, the process will be less taxing for your arms.
00:40:35My next tip is about your yoga mat.
00:40:37Leaving it in a hot, humid spot like your car can ruin it.
00:40:41Keep it cool and dry for maximum yoga zen.
00:40:45Now, many people know they should keep their fancy fragrance bottles away from direct sunlight.
00:40:51So, some people store them in the refrigerator.
00:40:53This isn't the right move, unless you want your perfume to lose its overall depth.
00:40:59I mean, yes, fragrances don't like heat or humidity, but the interior of a refrigerator is too dry and cold
00:41:06for them.
00:41:06So, it has the opposite effect and breaks down the scent molecules.
00:41:10And please, resist the urge to rub a bit of perfume on your wrist.
00:41:15It may be tempting, but rubbing your fragrances is a big no-no.
00:41:18This practice not only muddles and weakens the scent, it also causes the top notes to evaporate quickly.
00:41:27They say that if you have old photos in your house, the right way to stash them is by putting
00:41:33them in cardboard boxes.
00:41:35Well, this is a misconception.
00:41:37These types of boxes can damage your memories.
00:41:40Go for acid-free archival boxes if you want your pictures to look as good as new.
00:41:45The next one is more of a hack than a myth.
00:41:48It turns out dishwashers are more user-friendly than we give them credit for.
00:41:52When you're loading or unloading the dishwasher, you can save your poor back from unnecessary strain by pulling out the
00:41:59basket.
00:42:01You might think that foundations are safe at room temperature.
00:42:04But if you store your foundation in a makeup bag, heat can mess with the oils in your makeup.
00:42:10So, pop this product in a cool drawer.
00:42:13Eye creams and serums can benefit from the chill too.
00:42:16Organic or homemade cosmetics without preservatives should also be refrigerated.
00:42:21But always check expiration dates.
00:42:23I know I do.
00:42:27Do you know where the name Lego came from?
00:42:30It has a Danish origin and is actually an abbreviation of two words, leg-gut, which means play well.
00:42:37But these days, Lego is used not only for playing.
00:42:41Let's have a look at what masterpieces people create with the help of these plastic building blocks.
00:42:46Who would like to get a beautiful bouquet of exotic flowers for their birthday?
00:42:50But not only can they be hard to find and pricey, but they will also wilt within a few days.
00:42:57Well, here's the solution.
00:42:58Lego flowers.
00:43:00You can be as creative as you want, producing weird color combinations and bizarre shapes.
00:43:05That's the next level of a present made with your own hands, isn't it?
00:43:09Or let's say you need to express your love for someone.
00:43:13Instead of giving them Valentine's cards or baking heart-shaped cookies, why not create
00:43:18a giant anatomically correct Lego heart like this one?
00:43:21I bet after seeing that, your crush won't be able to say no.
00:43:26And since we're speaking of love, imagine getting married.
00:43:30Ah, the happiest day of your life.
00:43:32And then your better half does something similar to what this woman's Lego-loving husband did.
00:43:37A large, colorful, Star Wars-themed wedding card box.
00:43:41Well, even though it probably didn't match the color scheme of the wedding, I'm sure
00:43:46that at least the guests had some fun.
00:43:48And maybe, just maybe, one of the people attending the wedding brought a gift similar to this pretty
00:43:54Lego bonsai tree.
00:43:55It's a sweet little thing.
00:43:57But have you noticed one weird thing about it?
00:44:00To portray cherry blossoms, whoever created this masterpiece used tiny pink frogs.
00:44:06If it's not the cutest thing you'll see today, I don't know.
00:44:09Now, the person who created the cherry tree sure had some great artistic skills.
00:44:13Just like this artist from France.
00:44:16They partnered with local kids who donated their Lego blocks.
00:44:19Then, the artist used them to fill in damage caused to precious city buildings by some tragic
00:44:24historical events.
00:44:26Now, let's say you came to that French town and walked around marveling at the creative
00:44:31patches on buildings.
00:44:32And then, you saw something unusual.
00:44:34A window with stained glass made from Lego blocks.
00:44:38You go inside and stop in your tracks.
00:44:40Odd.
00:44:41Just look how beautiful the view is.
00:44:43Sunlight leaking through tiny Lego pieces.
00:44:46And since you're already in France, how about visiting Paris?
00:44:50Do you know one of the most famous museums in this city, and probably in the whole world?
00:44:55Right.
00:44:56It's the Louvre.
00:44:57So, let's head straight to the most visited painting here, the Mona Lisa.
00:45:01And, what if I told you that someone created a copy of this masterpiece, but from Lego blocks?
00:45:07Here it is!
00:45:09After all that museum hopping, you must feel thirsty.
00:45:13How about a cup of refreshing boba tea?
00:45:16Oops!
00:45:16Sorry, this one isn't for sale.
00:45:18First, the cup is too giant for a regular human.
00:45:21Second, it's made of Lego blocks.
00:45:24Now, what do you know about giraffes?
00:45:26Long neck?
00:45:27Check.
00:45:27Brown spots all over their bodies?
00:45:29Check.
00:45:30Roller skates?
00:45:31Uh-huh?
00:45:32Yeah.
00:45:33Some giraffes can indeed roller skate, but only those made of Legos.
00:45:37Like this cool guy, built near a local mall.
00:45:41Is that the mall where you can buy Lego-themed earrings?
00:45:44Yes, these Bob Ross dangle earrings.
00:45:47They look really cool.
00:45:48If you're a fan of earrings, where would you wear them?
00:45:51Share your ideas in the comments below.
00:45:54Now, imagine entering a Starbucks store and seeing… another Starbucks store?
00:45:59One Starbucks coffee shop had a miniature version of itself on display, and this mini
00:46:04Starbucks is made entirely out of Lego blocks.
00:46:07It has all the necessary stuff, even tiny customers.
00:46:10I wonder if there's also a teeny-tiny Lego bathroom, with a teeny-tiny bathroom code that
00:46:15changes every so often.
00:46:17Speaking of tiny copies of different establishments, here we have a barbershop that has its mini
00:46:23Lego twin by the front desk.
00:46:25We've got a stunning similarity here.
00:46:28Look at the people working inside at their instruments.
00:46:31They even have a gramophone and a piano.
00:46:34But besides being used for the creation of masterpieces and cute things, Lego can serve
00:46:40very practical purposes.
00:46:41For example, these people use Lego blocks to plan their new patio.
00:46:45Talk about inexpensive and efficient solutions!
00:46:49There was an empty sidewalk spot on campus.
00:46:52And someone chose not to ignore this issue.
00:46:55Instead, they filled this missing place with Lego blocks.
00:46:58In other words, they made a brick out of bricks to match other bricks.
00:47:02What a great mood-boosting replacement!
00:47:05Now, this next one is similar.
00:47:07Someone spotted a hole in the wall and decided to fix it.
00:47:09The method they choose is one of the best out there.
00:47:12Don't you agree?
00:47:14Now, remember that beautifully made wedding card box?
00:47:17It has a twin that shows a different path in life.
00:47:20Look at this mailbox.
00:47:22It's 100% functional and 100% made of Lego blocks.
00:47:26The creativity of some people never ceases to amaze.
00:47:30Now, if you've always wanted to have a Chevy Silverado, but the price seemed to be a bit
00:47:35too high, here's an alternative.
00:47:37A car made entirely out of Legos.
00:47:40This life-size beauty was spotted at the GM Center.
00:47:43There are some problems, though.
00:47:45The model has zero star rating for foot safety.
00:47:48On the other hand, I'd love to see this vehicle crash-tested.
00:47:51It would be so satisfying.
00:47:55But let's get back to art.
00:47:57Someone used all available Lego blocks to create this amazing… should I call it painting?
00:48:02Whatever it is, it looks awesome.
00:48:04But what's even cooler?
00:48:06Look at the floor.
00:48:07The reflection is just mind-boggling.
00:48:10And someone has created a mesmerizing green Lego helix.
00:48:14If you've been wondering, the helix is an object with a three-dimensional shape like that of
00:48:19a wire wound uniformly in a single layer around a cylinder or cone.
00:48:23The best example is probably a spiral staircase.
00:48:26As for me, this art piece gives me the Romanesco broccoli vibes.
00:48:31And this next art piece makes my head swim.
00:48:34It's a large red Lego brick made out of regular Lego bricks.
00:48:38But what's wrong with it?
00:48:40Why is it so distorted?
00:48:41Has it traveled through a black hole to get such a shape?
00:48:45Now how about something terrifying and breathtaking at the same time?
00:48:49This is one of the Lego sculptures from the Art of the Brick exhibition created by Nathan Sewaya.
00:48:55Have you ever thought that Legos are some kind of 3D pixel art?
00:48:58And here's another work of the same artist.
00:49:01Look at how complex it is.
00:49:03The creator's skill makes me want to get a Legos at myself and get down to work.
00:49:07Although I doubt the final result will be anywhere close to this.
00:49:11I believe these giant sunflowers are great proof of this idea.
00:49:15Plus, they can withstand bad weather and will probably keep Godzilla out of town
00:49:20because it'll be afraid of stepping on them.
00:49:22Win-win!
00:49:24And if you want to protect your home,
00:49:26why not hire this dino to scare away unwanted visitors?
00:49:30I mean, it looks pretty real.
00:49:32No wonder, since it was on display in the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
00:49:38There was an art installation in Las Vegas of several people made of Lego blocks.
00:49:43They all look a tiny bit angry, though.
00:49:45So maybe instead of the dino, you can invite one of them to keep your home safe.
00:49:51And here, someone created a beautiful art piece that's very pleasing to look at.
00:49:56The colors and element choices are excellent.
00:49:58Hey, the more I stare at it, the more details I noticed.
00:50:02It's beyond amazing.
00:50:04And finally, at the Pacific Science Center in Seattle,
00:50:07there was a Lego art exhibit.
00:50:09Visitors were encouraged to write their names on Lego pieces
00:50:12and leave the pieces on this construction.
00:50:15The result is kind of marvelous.
00:50:17All right, let's dish about condiments.
00:50:20In French schools, they're keeping a tight leash on ketchup, mayo, and vinaigrette.
00:50:25Why?
00:50:26Well, they're trying to up their meal game for the students.
00:50:29The rule is simple.
00:50:30These sassy sauces can't be just hanging out randomly.
00:50:34No, they must be served up with the most appropriate dish.
00:50:38It's all about making sure those kiddos are getting the best meal possible.
00:50:42Bon appétit!
00:50:44Did you know that chewing gum is a big no-no in Singapore?
00:50:48Yep, it's illegal to bring in any old gum.
00:50:51But you can get your hands on some special medical gum if you really need it.
00:50:56And let me tell you, Singapore doesn't mess around when it comes to gum.
00:51:00You could end up with a hefty fight or even spend some time behind bars.
00:51:04Maybe they'll really chew you out.
00:51:06So just leave the double bubble at home if you're planning a trip over there.
00:51:11Now, in Victoria, Australia, you've got to keep it down during certain times.
00:51:16Yep, you heard me right.
00:51:17No loud noises are allowed at night when everyone's trying to catch some Zs.
00:51:22And on Good Friday, try to keep it quiet all day long.
00:51:26So let's be considerate and give our ears a break, shall we?
00:51:31Now, in Rome, you can't keep your goldfish in a boring old glass bowl.
00:51:35No siree, that's considered cruel because those little guys need their oxygen flow.
00:51:41Plus, if you keep them in a bowl too long, they might go blind.
00:51:45And get this, you can't even give away goldfish as prizes.
00:51:49The law's got a whole subsection about it.
00:51:51So, if you're planning on bringing a goldfish along on your next trip to Rome,
00:51:56make sure you've got a fancy tank ready for them.
00:52:00Now, let's play a little game.
00:52:01Check out this picture.
00:52:03Can you guess where it was taken?
00:52:05Good luck with that.
00:52:07That chair you see is called a monoblock chair, and it's pretty special.
00:52:11You see, most objects give away clues about when and where they're from,
00:52:16like the shape of electrical outlets or the labels on your shampoo bottle.
00:52:20But the monoblock?
00:52:21Nope, it's totally what they call context-free.
00:52:25Crazy, right?
00:52:26But get this, these chairs have caused quite a stir.
00:52:29Now, some folks think they're the bee's knees,
00:52:32calling them one of the world's most perfectly designed chairs.
00:52:35Others?
00:52:36Not so much.
00:52:37They say the homogenous nature of the chair is disturbing and the real evil of globalization.
00:52:43And get this, in Basel, Switzerland,
00:52:46they actually banned these chairs from public spaces from 2008 to 2017
00:52:51to keep the city looking pretty.
00:52:54But they're back now.
00:52:56One more thing you can't do in Switzerland is flush your toilet after 10 p.m.
00:53:01Oh no, wait!
00:53:02It's an urban myth.
00:53:04Someone posted it on the internet, and thus the funky rumors spread.
00:53:08But here's the deal.
00:53:09Taking baths at weird hours is kind of iffy.
00:53:12It's not okay to run a bath late at night because it's noisy and rude.
00:53:17But listen up.
00:53:18There's no way anyone can stop you from taking a shower between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.,
00:53:23as long as you don't hog the bathroom for more than 20 minutes.
00:53:27So go ahead.
00:53:28Get your scrub on whenever you please.
00:53:30And make sure to flush the toilet, preferably with the lid closed.
00:53:34You don't want to have a germ convention in your bathroom.
00:53:37Uh-oh.
00:53:38Looks like you don't want to run out of gas while cruising on the Autobahn in Germany.
00:53:43The authorities have put a ban on stopping your vehicle on the highway.
00:53:47So make sure you fill up that tank before hitting the road.
00:53:50And don't even think about taking a stroll on the Autobahn,
00:53:54because you could end up with a fine for putting other drivers at risk,
00:53:57not to mention getting run over.
00:53:59Hey, did you hear about the musician that was run over on the Autobahn?
00:54:03He'd be flat.
00:54:05Anyway, stay safe out there.
00:54:07In Greece, wearing high heels at historical sites has been a no-no since 2009.
00:54:14Apparently, those pointy shoes can cause some damage to the ground and the architecture.
00:54:18So if you're planning a trip to the Acropolis, you should leave those stilettos at home.
00:54:23But there's more.
00:54:25Did you know that high heels are also banned from Disney parks?
00:54:28Yeah, it's true.
00:54:30As much as we love our fancy footwear,
00:54:32it turns out that they can be a hazard in crowded places.
00:54:35So if you're planning a trip to the happiest place on Earth,
00:54:39make sure you'll wear some comfy flats instead.
00:54:41Your feet and Mickey Mouse will thank you.
00:54:45In Canada, you're not allowed to use more than 25 pennies per transaction.
00:54:50Yep, it's true.
00:54:51This is all part of a plan to phase out the penny, which started back in 2013.
00:54:56So if you're planning on paying for something with a bunch of pennies, you might want to think twice.
00:55:01Like in a penny for your thoughts.
00:55:03But hey, at least you won't have to lug around all that extra change anymore.
00:55:08Now, sharing memes in Australia is technically illegal.
00:55:12Yeah, the Copyright Act says it's a no-no to distribute anything that might hurt the owner's copyright.
00:55:18But let's be real.
00:55:20Aussies love their memes too much to let a little thing like the law stop them.
00:55:24So don't worry.
00:55:26They're still spreading those hilarious pictures around.
00:55:29Traveling to Guatemala with your kiddos?
00:55:31Well, just make sure they don't try to sneak any party whistles onto the plane.
00:55:37Yep, you heard that right.
00:55:38Whistles are a no-no in this country.
00:55:41Apparently, too many people were using them to pretend they were police officers.
00:55:45So to avoid any confusion, the Guatemalan authorities cracked down and banned them.
00:55:51But don't worry.
00:55:52They didn't ban fake uniforms.
00:55:54Go figure.
00:55:55Just kidding.
00:55:56If you were ever thinking of bringing a wheelbarrow into Nigeria,
00:56:00I've got some news for you.
00:56:02Don't even try.
00:56:03Sure, you can totally grab one once you're there.
00:56:06But they won't let you bring it across the border.
00:56:09Why?
00:56:10Well, they're all about supporting their own manufacturing industry.
00:56:14So they want to give their local wheelbarrow makers a chance to shine.
00:56:18Who knew wheelbarrows could cause such a fuss?
00:56:21Now, if Tunisia is your next vacay destination, listen up.
00:56:25Before you toss in a pencil for your Sudoku or crosswords, let me tell you something cray-cray.
00:56:32Pencils are a no-go in Tunisia.
00:56:34Yep, you heard that right.
00:56:36But relax.
00:56:37It concerns cases of import only.
00:56:40It's a mystery why they're banned.
00:56:41But better safe than sorry, right?
00:56:43So pack your bags wisely and leave those pencils at home.
00:56:47Who knows?
00:56:48Maybe you'll discover a new way to keep your brain sharp on the plane ride over.
00:56:53Hey, guess what?
00:56:54China has banned time travel movies and shows since 2011.
00:56:59Apparently, the authorities think they're too accurate and could mess with people's perception of history.
00:57:04So if you're heading to China, you don't have to worry about getting caught with a DeLorean in your luggage.
00:57:10But maybe leave your Back to the Future DVD at home if you plan on watching it on the plane.
00:57:16Trust us, you don't want to mess with Chinese time travel laws.
00:57:20Hey, did you know that on the beautiful island of Capri in Italy, flip-flops are a big no-no?
00:57:27Apparently, the locals love their peace and quiet so much that they've made it illegal to wear
00:57:32quote, excessively noisy footwear, end quote.
00:57:35But don't worry, you can still rock your favorite pair of clunky shoes in the rest of Italy.
00:57:41Just make sure to leave the flip-flops at home if you're planning a trip to Capri.
00:57:45And if you do decide to break the rules, be prepared to face the consequences.
00:57:51Tourists have actually been prosecuted for disrespecting this law.
00:57:55So let's all be respectful of the locals and keep our footwear quiet, shall we?
00:58:01Have you heard about those Kinder Surprise candy eggs?
00:58:04Well, in the USA, they're banned.
00:58:07Can you believe it?
00:58:08Apparently, the little toy inside is a major choking hazard.
00:58:11And get this, some folks have even been caught trying to smuggle them in from our neighbors
00:58:17up north in Canada.
00:58:18Talk about a candy caper.
00:58:24I have a collection of questions you've always wanted the answers to.
00:58:29Let's go!
00:58:31First, an observation.
00:58:33Cookies and baguettes are basically kinds of bread.
00:58:36So my question is,
00:58:38why when left outside for the night,
00:58:41a cookie gets soft and a baguette becomes hard?
00:58:44It doesn't make any sense.
00:58:47Well, the thing is, cookies are sugary bread.
00:58:50The sugar and salt in them soak up the moisture from the atmosphere.
00:58:54So, they get soft.
00:58:57Baguettes don't have much salt and sugar.
00:59:00So they don't attract water and just dry out.
00:59:05Super glue sticks everything to everything.
00:59:07But how come it doesn't get stuck to the tube?
00:59:10Turns out that the glue needs some compound with hydrogen to polymerize.
00:59:16In the tube, there's just oxygen and no water.
00:59:20But outside, there's plenty of moisture.
00:59:23Also, this explains why the stuff always sticks so well to your fingers.
00:59:28They're warm and perfectly moist.
00:59:32I'm sure you cried at least once when cutting an onion.
00:59:36Why does it happen?
00:59:37So, onions and garlic contain amino acids.
00:59:41And one of the compounds gets decomposed when being sliced.
00:59:45It turns into an irritator when it comes in contact with water.
00:59:49In particular, your eyes.
00:59:51Your eyes release tears to wash the irritant away.
00:59:54So, that's why you cry.
00:59:57There are a couple of tricks that can prevent it.
00:59:59When cutting an onion, try keeping a sugar cube between your teeth.
01:00:03It'll absorb the irritant.
01:00:04Another life hack is to hold a small piece of bread between your lips.
01:00:08It can help you too.
01:00:12Why do you see things when rubbing your eyes?
01:00:15These colors and shapes are called phosphenes.
01:00:18The reason why you see them is that when rubbing, you increase the pressure in your eyeballs
01:00:23and activate the neurons of the retina that process visual information.
01:00:27Once they're activated, your brain interprets it as seeing something.
01:00:33When you don't get enough sleep or are just too tired, you get those dark circles around your eyes.
01:00:39Want to know why?
01:00:40The skin under the eyes is very thin.
01:00:43So, blood vessels are very close to the surface there and you can see any difference easily.
01:00:49If you have a lack of sleep, your skin gets paler and the blood vessels are even more visible.
01:00:55So, you can see those dark circles showing through the skin.
01:00:58Also, with age, the skin naturally gets thinner.
01:01:02So, that's why older people tend to have dark circles.
01:01:05But, if you're young, just try to get more sleep.
01:01:10Let's pay a bit of attention to backpacks.
01:01:13They have a few interesting features.
01:01:15First, some of them have sternum straps and they are quite helpful.
01:01:19They allow you to redistribute the weight of the backpack a bit, lifting some of it from your shoulders.
01:01:25Not much, but just enough to make your backpack lighter and easier to carry.
01:01:31And, of course, the sternum straps prevent the shoulder straps from sliding off.
01:01:37Okay, the next thing is gear loops.
01:01:39And probably from the name of it, you already have an idea of what you need them for.
01:01:44Or, you can strap in some useful gear you need with you, like trekking poles or shovels.
01:01:50Some gear will need to be secured to do it.
01:01:53Drop the handle through the loop and rotate it upward.
01:01:56Then, secure it with the elastic hook at the top.
01:01:59And you're golden!
01:02:01And yes, all backpacks have loops.
01:02:04Actually, I never thought of their purpose until today.
01:02:07Some people say that if you slide your thumbs through them,
01:02:10it makes the backpack sit tighter on your back, making it more comfortable.
01:02:15Other people just rest their hands there.
01:02:17But the reason why they're there is probably to prevent the ends from sliding back from the buckles.
01:02:23That would be quite a headache to slide them back all the time, right?
01:02:29Okay, let's look into some other ordinary stuff we've never paid attention to.
01:02:34Let's take, for example, jeans.
01:02:37They have those metal rivets.
01:02:39It turns out that they've been there as long as jeans exist.
01:02:43Jacob Davis, the man who made the first pair of jeans,
01:02:47added copper rivets to places where the pants were more likely to rip to make them stronger.
01:02:53So, it was a crucial detail to keep jeans together.
01:02:56Today, they have a more decorative purpose because they're distinctive and traditional for jeans.
01:03:03Also, many zippers have the letters YKK engraved on them.
01:03:08Those are the initial letters of Yoshida Kogyo Kabushiki Gaisha.
01:03:13It's the name of a Japanese company that can be translated as Yoshida Manufacturing Shareholding Company.
01:03:19It's the largest zipper manufacturer in the world,
01:03:23so all zippers produced by them are marked with these letters.
01:03:28It's estimated that the company produces half of all zippers in the world.
01:03:33That's why you see their zippers more often than any others.
01:03:39Have you noticed that canned and bottled soda seems to taste different?
01:03:43You're not wrong.
01:03:45That's actually true, and there's even science behind it.
01:03:49Chemists say that aluminum cans have a polymer layer that absorbs some of the soda's taste,
01:03:54so cans indeed change the taste.
01:03:57Chemicals in a plastic bottle can add some acetaldehyde,
01:04:01a by-product that gets formed while plastic is melted, to the drink.
01:04:05So, they also change the taste a bit.
01:04:08You never really drink the original drink.
01:04:11If you want to try the real thing, buy sodas in glass bottles.
01:04:15When soda is stored this way, its taste is the most similar to the original one.
01:04:23Plastic bottles with soft drinks have five bumps on the bottom,
01:04:26and water and juice plastic bottles have almost flat bottoms, except for a little kink.
01:04:32It's not random.
01:04:33A plastic bottle is made by putting a plastic tube into a mold
01:04:37and blowing some air inside to make it expand until it takes the needed shape.
01:04:43The problem is that at the bottom,
01:04:45the bottle will always have an outward kink that will make the bottle unstable.
01:04:51To avoid it, some air is also pushed inward from the bottom,
01:04:56creating that small punt at the base of it.
01:04:59Flat bottle bottoms are common because they need less plastic to be made,
01:05:03but soft drinks and sparkling water need special treatment.
01:05:07These liquids have internal pressure that can push the plastic outward,
01:05:12messing up with the punt and the stable form of a bottle.
01:05:16So, soda bottles have a curved shape because this way they're more pressure resistant.
01:05:23Compare folding a regular piece of paper to folding a paper too.
01:05:28The latter will have more resistance.
01:05:30In the same way, curved plastic is more resistant to any pressure.
01:05:36Take a closer look at your bag of chips.
01:05:39You can probably find these little colored circles.
01:05:42They're made by the manufacturer to test the print that is used on the package.
01:05:47They're called color control patches.
01:05:50The circles are not the same palette as the final package.
01:05:54They're layered on top of each other to achieve the final color of the bag.
01:05:59So, why do manufacturers need them again?
01:06:02Imagine that something is off and the printing machine prints a bunch of wrong packages.
01:06:07That's a lot of wasted money.
01:06:10So, these control patches are there to make sure that the final print is going to be correct.
01:06:15If they're off, the manufacturer will know that the whole package is going to be off too.
01:06:22These patches allow the printers to find a surplus or a deficiency of color and solve the issue.
01:06:28But don't worry if you don't find these circles.
01:06:31They probably just got cut off.
01:06:35Take a good look at a milk jug.
01:06:37There's often an inverted circle on one of the sides.
01:06:41This dimple is there to make the jug more resistant and to prevent it from rupturing if the jug falls
01:06:47on the floor.
01:06:48The dimple gives some more space for the liquid to expand.
01:06:52Also, as the expiration date approaches, the microbes in the milk start to expel some gases.
01:06:59As more and more of them get trapped inside, the pressure in the jug rises.
01:07:05The dimple accommodates the expansion and prevents the jug from bursting.
01:07:10The European figure is quicklyaded in the printer.
01:07:12The matthew is still in the physician.
01:07:13The lanzLook is the weight of the jug.
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