The World's Quietest Room
Welcome to the world's quietest room, folks! The room is located in Microsoft's headquarters in Washington and it holds the Guinness World Record for the quietest place on earth. This eerily silent room is so quiet that you can hear your own blood circulating! It's said that the longest anyone has been able to stay inside is just 45 minutes. So, not the best place for a Monkee party, eh?
The Great Emu War
Believe it or not, Australia was once at war... with emus! In 1932, around 20,000 emus invaded the Western Australia region, leading to a 'war' where soldiers with machine guns were dispatched to control the situation. The emus, however, proved surprisingly robust, leading to their victory. Yes, you read that right, the emus won the war!
Astronauts' Height Changes in Space
Ever dreamt of being a little taller? Well, become an astronaut! In space, without gravity compressing the spine, astronauts can grow up to two inches taller. Unfortunately, the effect is only temporary and they return to their normal height once back on earth. So much for space-height!
Honey Never Spoils
Here's a sweet fact for you: Honey never, ever spoils. Archeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3000 years old and still perfectly edible. So, if you're planning to stock up on a food item for the next ice age, honey is your best bet!
Bananas are Berries, but Strawberries Aren't
In a world where nothing makes sense, here's another curveball for you. In the botanical world, bananas are classified as berries, while strawberries aren't. Mind-boggled? Well, welcome to the club!
Conclusion
So, there you have it! Five of the weirdest, wackiest facts that are sure to make your rubber duckie paddle for its life! Remember, in the world of Bored Monkee, the weirder, the better. So, don’t forget to share these fun facts with your friends and let the weirdness spread!
