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In an unexpected case of automation, human referees got replaced with AI-powered cameras in this legendary sporting tournament.
What is Wimbledon?
What is the 5 second rule?
This popular type of fabric widely used in rugged garments traces its origins to Nimes, France.
What is denim?
In 1720, after losing most of his net worth in a terrible investment, this famous scientist quipped, "I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies, but not the madness of people.”
Who is Isaac Newton?
In 1518, the residents of Strasbourg experienced a bizarre plague where many perished due to exhaustion because they simply couldn't stop themselves from performing this activity.
What is dancing?
At an exhibition in this high-tech country, an AI robot named Erbai "kidnapped" 12 other robots by convincing them to leave their posts to discuss work-life balance and rest.
What is China?
An integral part of Italian cuisine, this popular ingredient was actually introduced to Italy via Spain by Spanish Conquistadors, who brought it over from the Americas.
What is a tomato?
The younger brother of German entrepreneur, Rudolf 'Rudi' Dassler, went on to start this historic company after a feud between the brothers post-WWII, causing them to go their own way and starting two separate but well-known companies.
What is Adidas?
British PM Winston Churchill famously called this global leader and symbol of non-violence a 'half-naked fakir'.
Who is Mahatma Gandhi?
This particular ancient mega-empire lasted for such a long period that at the height of their existence, they had a profession for 'Ancient ______ Archaeologist', a popular profession for the region even today.
What is the Egyptian Empire?
On 10th February 2025, US President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order banning paper variants of this commonly used object typically made of single-use plastic.
What is a straw?
To disguise the invention of the radar during WWII and explain the bizarre accuracy of their troops at night , the British army claimed they fed this humble vegetable to their soldiers.
What is a carrot?
Starting out as 'Hennes' ('Hers' in Swedish), this fashion brand got acquired by Mauritz Widforss in 1968 leading to an elongation of its brand name, the abbreviation of which is what you'll know the brand as today.
What is H&M??
After the success of one of his most significant tests, this physicist famously misquoted Lord Krishna from the Hindu scripture Bhagvad Gita by saying, "Now I am become death, the destroyer of worlds"
Who is Robert J. Oppenheimer?
This once-popular method of executing people wasn't legally abolished in France until 1981.
What is the Guillotine?
This legendary rock band finally reunited in 2025 - including sold out shows at the Wembley Stadium - after it broke up in 2009 due to a rift between the founding brothers.
What is Oasis?
In the late 1800s, this now-illegal substance was added to Coca-Cola as a “pick-me-up".
What is cocaine?
Legend has it that this fabric (or type of fibre) was created/discovered after a certain object it is derived from fell into a hot cup of tea during an Emperss' afternoon tea session.
What is silk?
After being accused of two-faced in a debate, this famous, revolutionary US President celebrated for his progressiveness but ridiculed by some for his looks once said, "If I had two faces, would I be showing you this one?"
Who is Abraham Lincoln?
In 1637, soaring prices of this flower - which could cost as much as a house for a single flower - caused the world's first speculative bubble or market crash.
What is a tulip?
After a series of violent clashes between protestors and the Government of Nepal led to its dissolution, the people of Nepal chose their next leader on this popular social app.
What is Discord?
This term in political sciene came into existence after the CIA helped organize a coup against the democratically elected government of Guatemala in 1954 to allow the United Fruit Company to continue harvesting the fruit that lends its name to this term.
Also, the name of a famous fashion brand.
What is a Banana Republic?
This brand - named after its founder - was founded by a legendary fashion designer chosen by Christian Dior as his successor, before going on to start his equally well-known label.
What is Yves Saint Laurent?
This Founding Father of the USA once famously said "Behold the rain which descends from heaven upon our vineyards, there it enters the roots of the vines, to be changed into wine, a constant proof that God loves us, and loves to see us happy."
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In 1992, Singaporean PM Goh Chok Tong banned this consumable product (commonly found near checkout counters at department stores) nationwide after it was repeatedly stuck to metro train doors, keeping them from functioning and disrupting the metro network.
What is chewing gum?