The Wildest Myths Viewers Have Been Led to Believe by Movies & Media

Myth #12 – Microwaves Cause Cancer

Microwave ovens do not cause cancer. The radiation produced by a microwave is non-ionizing and therefore does not have cancer risks associated with it. Ionizing radiation, like X-Rays, however, do have cancer risks.

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The More You Know

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  • For 'Fight Club' (1999), Brad Pitt had pieces of his front teeth chipped off to play Tyler Durden. He also took soap-making classes, boxing, taekwondo, and grappling lessons with Edward Norton to prepare for the role.
  • Hattie McDaniels was the first Black actor to win an Oscar
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