26Werner Forssmann
The first human cardiac catheterization was done by Werner Forssmann who, after failing to get permission from his department chief, anesthetized his arm, inserted a catheter into his vein and threaded it into his heart. He then walked down to the X-ray department and took a picture to prove it.
27. If a goose gets sick or is wounded while flying, a couple of other geese may drop out of formation to help and protect him. They will try to stay with the disabled goose until he dies or is able to fly again.
28. In the 1920s and 30s, Procter and Gamble (originally known for soap and candles) sponsored several radio shows, with those shows becoming known as "soap operas."
29. The true meaning of the lyrics to Bohemian Rhapsody still remains a secret within the band.
30. Squirrels behave kindly and would adopt orphans if they notice that a relative does not come back to them.
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31Robert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr. was allowed by his father (Robert Downey Sr.) to smoke marijuana at the age of 6.
