- You transfer more germs shaking hands than kissing.
- The Colgate toothpaste company started out making starch, soap, and candles.
- The Eiffel Tower is repainted every 7 years.
- 93% of households in Denmark consume wine (the highest % in the world with France second with 85% of households).
- Britain was the first country to use postage stamps.
- Americans spend $10 million a day on potato chips.
- The revolving door was invented in 1888.
- The first James Bond movie was called 'Dr. No'.
- The meaning of 'Blue Chip' comes from blue casino chips which have a high value.
- Flamingos turn pink from eating shrimp.
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