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civet cat poop coffee
Cool Stuff Strange ThingsWeird FoodsWeird News

The Most Expensive Cup Of Coffee Is Made With Cat Poop

Thao Thai Thao Thai, April 10, 2020

A cup of civet cat coffee in the US can go for up to $90. 

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Medium rare steak
Shocking Science + TechWeird News

How Astronauts Are Growing Steaks In Space

Thao Thai Thao Thai, January 2, 2020

Anyone want some space burgers?

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alien baby
Shocking Science + TechWeird News

Would Babies Born In Space Look Like Aliens?

Thao Thai Thao Thai, September 18, 2019

Big heads, bulging eyes, and different skin colors!

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trashy fashion
Unusual Art + FashionWeird News

Transforming Trash Into Couture Fashion

Thao Thai Thao Thai, September 17, 2019

Move aside New York Fashion Week!

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pearl
Or NotWeird News

Creating A Pearl Takes Much More Than Just A Grain Of Sand

Thao Thai Thao Thai, August 29, 2019

Mother-of-pearl? It’s a grimy parasite.

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largest mirror
Extreme Nature + PlacesWeird News

Earth’s Largest Mirror Can Be Seen From Space

Thao Thai Thao Thai, August 15, 2019

It is eight times the size of New York City!

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