Mr. Smarty Pants

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Some Iranian clerics don't like dogs because they are considered "unclean," and some have called for all dogs to be arrested.

Many stylebooks are firmly against use of the word "hopefully" to mean "in a hopeful manner."

There are two different types of crocodiles, salt water and fresh water. The salt water variety are bigger and more likely to attack humans.

Trying to attract birds to your bird feeder? Try putting some aluminum foil beneath the feeder to attract their attention.

Gutka is a sweet, flavorful tobacco product manufactured in India and exported to a few other countries. Paan Masala is a powdery mixture of betel nut, lime, and arecanut (Supari). Both are responsible for increasing oral cancer in India.

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