A recent study found that the risk of peanut allergies drops by 77% if peanuts are introduced into a baby's diet between 5 and 6 months of age.

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Just like human thumbprints, dogs have unique 'nose prints.' Each one is distinct to the individual dog, regardless of breed.

Recent studies have found that individuals who perceive themselves as physically attractive also tend to believe they have a higher social status.

A recent study found that parents who use humour have better relationships with their children. Among those with humorous parents, 50.5% reported a good relationship, compared to only 2.9% among those whose parents didn’t use humour.

American, Russian, and other military forces around the world train and use sea animals such as dolphins, walruses, and whales for surveillance and various other purposes.

It is estimated that up to 12% of women might be tetrachromats - capable of perceiving millions more colours than the average person. Men generally cannot have this condition.

Rock-paper-scissors originates from Jan-ken, a Japanese variation of a Chinese game brought to Japan in the 17th century, which featured a slug, frog, and snake.

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