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Kasa-obake: The Haunted Umbrella of Japan

## The Whimsical World of Kasa-obake Have you ever wondered if your old umbrella might spring to life when you're not looking? In the rich tapestry of Japanese folklore, this whimsical idea is a fascinating supernatural belief. [3] The Kasa-obake...

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Do Humans Really Share 50% of Their DNA with Bananas?

You've likely encountered the surprising 'fact' that humans share 50% of their DNA with bananas. [2, 5] This intriguing claim, often used as a fun piece of trivia, is technically misleading. [2] The r...

#genetics #DNA #evolution #biology #misconceptions