The hydra, which is related to the jellyfish, can grow its body back in a couple of days if it is cut in half.

The largest potato was grown in Lebanon by Khalil Semhat near Tyre. The spud was 11.3 kilos (24.9 pounds).

About 45% of leisure visitors to downtown New York City come from outside the United States.

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