Studies show that food cooked for you often tastes better because you’re not desensitized by its aromas during preparation—a phenomenon called 'sensory specific satiety.'

While they might look the same, Jenga blocks have subtle differences in dimensions to make their construction less stable. Each brick is a different size and weight, so no two games are alike.

A study by the University of Glasgow found that, like humans, dogs have individual music preferences — but they generally prefer reggae and soft rock over other genres.

Studies show that among young, elite chess players, a higher IQ offers no advantage and may even be a slight disadvantage. Success in chess depends more on adaptability, pattern recognition, and creativity than on raw cognitive ability.

​Studies suggest that habitual napping benefits health, with the optimal nap time between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. The ideal nap duration is typically 20 to 30 minutes. ​

Snakes can predict earthquakes up to 75 miles away, five days in advance,. This is likely in response to subtle vibrations or changes in the earth's electromagnetic field.

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.