This week I learned some metals have memory, and more
Fun and interesting facts from around the web

Read more about the facts mentions:
- Scientists just found an unexpected property in a solid metal: It 'remembers' its liquid state (Science Alert)
- High population density seems to shift us into a future-oriented mindset (BPS Research Digest)
- Your dog's not above lying to you to get a snack (New York)
- Why is itching so contagious (Smithsonian)
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