This week I learned why you should celebrate airline baggage fees, and more
Fun and interesting facts from around the web
Read more about the facts mentioned:
- Baggage fees help airplanes leave on time (University of Kansas, via Futurity)
- Scientists have found a sixth taste — and it explains our love of carbs (ScienceAlert)
- Cats are happier and healthier when you make them work for their food (Gizmodo)
- This fish has a love song and it sounds like a windshield wiper (New Scientist)
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