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A Fisherman from the Philippines Found a Pearl Weighing 34 Kilograms. It is Estimated to be Worth $100 Million. The Fisherman was Unaware of its Value and Kept the Pearl Under His Bed for 10 Years.

Ecology & Environment, Finance, Geographic Reference, Grants, Scholarships & Financial Aid, History, History, Museums, Myth & Folklore, Tourist Destinations, Travel, Wildlife / December 3, 2022

The only gemstones in the world that originate from living things are pearls. These priceless gems are created by mollusks like oysters and mussels, which humanity has sought since ancient times. But did you know that a fisherman from the Philippines found the largest pearl weighing 24 kilograms? The giant pearl measures 30 cm wide, […]

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Who Introduced Curry To Japan?

Cooking & Recipes, Food, Food & Drink, Restaurants, Snack Foods / June 21, 2022

Curry has been locally known in every Japanese kitchen. You can find it in vending machines in every grocery and convenience store. The Japanese have very well adopted the taste of curry and added it to their daily menu. Who has influenced and introduced them to this dish? The British were the ones who brought

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Where Did Bikini Bottom Get Its Name?

History, History, Humanities, Marine Animals, Pets & Animals, Reference, Science, War, World War / May 17, 2022

SpongeBob SquarePants is an American animated comedy television series created for Nickelodeon by a marine science educator and animator Stephen Hillenburg. The series follows the exploits of the title character and his aquatic pals in the fictional underwater city of Bikini Bottom. But did you know where Bikini Bottom got its name? Bikini Bottom was

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Why Do People in the Philippines Say “Tao Po” When Knocking on Someone’s Door?

Language Resources, People & Society, Subcultures & Niche Interests / April 29, 2022

Cultural traditions and customs are often ingrained in people. These practices and beliefs are learned at a very young age, which individuals tend to apply even as they get old. In the Philippines, there are several rituals, customs, and traditions depending on the region of origin, but did you know why Filipinos say tao po

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How Did Building Churches with Egg Whites Influence Filipino Desserts?

Architecture, Food, History, Religion & Belief / September 23, 2021

The Spaniards colonized the Philippines for over three centuries. When settlements were made, stone buildings were erected. Aside from the evident influence in architectural design, what construction technology was applied? The massive church buildings made during the Spanish Colonial Period used egg whites to reinforce the strength of the building. Recipes for Filipino desserts use

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