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Viking warriors would file horizontal grooves into their teeth and fill them with colorful paint.
Archaeological evidence shows Vikings would carve deep lines into their front teeth and fill them with bright pigments. This painful modification was likely meant to intimidate enemies and demonstrate warrior status. The practice shows how body modification was used to convey social position.
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Japanese businesses hire ‘breakers’ to fire employees in a face-saving way.
These professional relationship breakers, called 'wakaresaseya,' are hired to help companies terminate employees while maintaining harmony and avoiding...
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Ancient Roman soldiers would drink vinegar mixed with water as an energy drink.
This mixture, called posca, was a standard military drink that helped prevent waterborne illness and provided energy. The...
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Japanese businessmen would hire ‘wakaresaseya’ (breakup agents) to end relationships.
These professional relationship breakers would be hired to orchestrate situations leading to breakups or divorces. This practice emerged...