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Ira Aldridge was one of the most famous actors of the 19th century. After leaving his home in New York to pursue an acting career in Europe, he performed for royalty, won numerous awards, and used his platform to speak out against slavery.

Eggplants are berries.

In late May or early June of each year, the synchronous fireflies of the Great Smoky Mountains flash in sync. The light show is made up of males blinking for the females on the forest floor below.

Bedding was such a luxury in the Middle Ages that blankets and sheets were written into wills.

An urban legend claimed Zima was not detectable by a breathalyzer, boosting its popularity among the young and gullible.