The chainsaw was originally invented to assist in childbirth - specifically, to cut through the pelvic bone during obstructed labour.

Earmuffs were invented by 15-year-old Chester Greenwood in 1873 to keep his ears warm while ice-skating. He crafted the first pair using wire, fur, and cloth and patented the design.

Anguilla is a small Caribbean island. In 2024, 23% of its entire annual income came from selling its national domain name, '.ai'.

Only 46% of the world's cultures kiss romantically, according to a 2015 study.

Sweden is so efficient at waste management that only 1% of its garbage ends up in a landfill, with another 52% converted into energy and the remaining 47% recycled.

The prototype for the first-ever pair of Nike running shoes was made using a waffle iron.

In the 17th century, pineapples were so rare that they were seen as a status symbol. They cost $8,000 in today's money, and people would even rent them for parties.