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290: "Zhengzhou, China"

Interesting Things with JC #290: "Zhengzhou, China" is the capital of Henan Province, and is called the Green City for the vast number of trees here years ago. From Mount Song to the Shaolin Temples, Yellow River Scenic Area to the Henan Museum, and more! Take a journey with me to this historic land.

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288: "Baking Soda"

Interesting Things with JC #288: "Baking Soda" - Sodium bicarbonate, is a white crystalline fine powder made of salt, that reacts when it comes into contact with acids. It's frequently used as a leavening agent in baked goods, it causes dough to rise by producing carbon dioxide.

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287: "BEEFALO"

Interesting Things with JC #287: "Beefalo" is a cross between domestic cows and the North American Bison.A full- blood Beefalo does not contain less than 3/8 Bision. Beefalo was developed in the early 1970’s by a Californian producer who successfully interbreed American Bison with domesticated cattle. After nearly 150 years of selective breeding, the perfect balance was found. Please visit AmericanBeefaloAssociation.com for more information!

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284: "Pineapples”

Interesting Things with JC #284: "Pineapples” - Historians believe that the pineapple originated in Brazil and South America. It was later imported to Europe. Originally, "pineapple" was a name used for pinecones, but a pineapple is not an apple or a pine cone, it is actually a berry! From European fascination to global export dominance, let's dig into this amazing wonder!

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283: "Monestary at Petra"

Interesting Things with JC #283: "Monestary at Petra" is one of the largest monuments in all of Petra. It stands 47m/154ft wide by 48.3m/158ft high. That's 6 inches taller than the Washington monument and about the same height as the sculptures at Mount Rushmore.

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282: "Yogurt"

Interesting Things with JC #282: "Yogurt" consumed as food dates back to 10,000 BC. Food historians believe that yogurt was accidentally discovered by storing milk in warm climates. Let's discuss the long history of yogurt, briefly!

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