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Shake It

It's true that sitting kills, but when doctors advised people to get more exercise, this isn't what they meant. Being shaken around like a martini isn't the same thing as going on a run, unfortunately.

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The More You Know

  • George Lazenby wasn't an actual actor. He got himself a suit, a Rolex and a new haircut, then met with the producer and made up movies he had been in. He later landed the role of James Bond.
  • M&M stands for Mars and Murrie.
  • Alexander the Great encouraged his men to shave so enemies couldn't grab their beards during battles.
  • There is a fish with transparent bones and white blood.
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