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Some of the craziest questions & answers from the magazine''s "Last Word" column, on subjects like Earth, space, meteorology, evolution, health, and more.New Scientist magazine''s beloved "Last Word" column is a rare forum for "un-Google-able" queries: Readers write in, and readers respond! Know It All collects 132 of the column''s very best Q&As. The often-wacky questions cover physics, chemistry, zoology and beyond: When will Mount Everest cease to be the tallest mountain on the planet? If a thermometer was in space, what would it read? Why do some oranges have seeds, and some not? Many people suffer some kind of back pain. Is it because humans haven''t yet perfected the art of walking upright? And the unpredictable answers showcase the brainpower of New Scientist''s readers, like the anatomist who chimes in about back pain ("Evolution is not in the business of perfecting anything.") and the vet who responds, "Quadrupeds can get backache too!"A Guardian Top 10 Science and Technology bookPraise for Know It All"An entertaining and intellectually stimulating read." —Shelf Awareness"The experts at New Scientist magazine have published a book that answers some of the oddest but most entertaining questions they''ve been asked." —Daily Mail (UK)"Explain[s] some of life''s great mysteries." —Reveal (UK)"Answers the questions you''ve probably wondered all your life." —Wales Online (UK)"Great answers to common dinner party questions." —Good Housekeeping (UK)

Ever wondered why we yawn and have eyebrows, what happens at absolute zero and why some tunes get stuck in our heads?If you’ve spent your days searching for the answers to these and life’s other big questions then look no further.Yawns Freeze Your Brain from the bestselling author of Does Anything Eat Wasps and Farts Aren’t Invisible is the gift of enlightenment that you never knew you needed!Shining a light on some of life’s trickiest questions across science, history, life and the universe. Uncover the mysteries woven into the fabric of our very existence with answers to questions such as;How much fuel does the sun burn in a second?What are the most misheard song lyrics?Why does cheese smell?Why is the Eiffel Tower 15cm taller in summer than winter?Who on earth invented existentialism (and what is it)?Increase your IQ and win pub quizzes with this perfect blend of wit, wisdom and wonder.The perfect gift for brainiacs.

Ever wondered why we yawn and have eyebrows, what happens at absolute zero and why some tunes get stuck in our heads?If you've spent your days searching for the answers to these and life's other big questions then look no further.Yawns Freeze Your Brain from the bestselling author of Does Anything Eat Wasps and Farts Aren't Invisible is the gift of enlightenment that you never knew you needed!Shining a light on some of life's trickiest questions across science, history, life and the universe. Uncover the mysteries woven into the fabric of our very existence with answers to questions such as;How much fuel does the sun burn in a second?What are the most misheard song lyrics?Why does cheese smell?Why is the Eiffel Tower 15cm taller in summer than winter?Who on earth invented existentialism (and what is it)?Increase your IQ and win pub quizzes with this perfect blend of wit, wisdom and wonder.The perfect gift for brainiacs.

From the bestselling author of Why Don't Penguins Feet Freeze? comes a mind-bending adventure the whole family will enjoy!Packed with amazing trivia, weird world records, and mind-blowing facts, this book is perfect for curious kids, trivia-loving teens, and even grown-ups who can’t resist a quirky fact or two.A must read for all curious minds!Discover the fastest, slowest, oldest, and weirdest things on Earth—and beyond!Which volcano has been erupting for over 2,000 years?Are spiders faster than Usain Bolt? (you will never look at your house spiders in the same way again)! Where’s the coldest place life can survive?Which creature has the longest neck (and no, it’s not a giraffe)? What are the smallest known things to exist?Whether you’re sharing hilarious facts around the table, keeping the kids entertained and off screens, or wowing your friends with your trivia skills, this book is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.Perfect for;Gifts for kids (aged 8+) teens, and adults.Families looking to keep eyeballs off screens and brains switched on.Trivia buffs, fact lovers, and anyone who enjoys learning something new.Discover the World’s Wildest and Wackiest Wonders – One Fascinating Fact at a Time!

Discover the Wildest, Weirdest, and Most Wonderful Animals on Earth (and their surprising quirks)!Get ready for a mind-bending adventure through the animal kingdom — packed with incredible trivia and jaw-dropping facts that will amaze the whole family.From strange species you’ve never heard of to the shocking secrets of the animals you thought you knew, this book is bursting with fascinating discoveries that will make you say, “Wait, what?!”Part One: Animals You’ve Never Heard OfMeet nature’s lesser known creatures — from the Great Potoo to a type of fish with human looking teeth and an amphibian that freezes solid and thaws out in the spring. These are the curious creatures you didn’t even know existed, and every page reveals a completely surprising behaviour!Part Two: Familiar Faces, Unbelievable FactsThink you know pigs, dogs, and penguins? Think again! Discover the weird and wonderful habits of your favourite animals — from an everyday garden insect that stretches in the morning (yes like like humans!) to a farmyard animal that plays football. You’ll never look at your household pets (or your garden visitors!) the same way again.Perfect for:Curious kids (aged 8+), teens, and adults who love to learn Families looking for screen-free fun Trivia buffs, fact fans, and anyone who enjoys saying 'Wow, I didn’t know that!' So whether you’re sharing fun facts at the dinner table, keeping curious minds busy, or dazzling your friends with animal trivia, this is the ultimate fact-filled adventure.Discover the world’s wildest wonders – one fascinating fact at a time!

Curious Animals a BRAND NEW amazing facts book from bestelling author Mick O'Hare coming October 2026. Perfect stocking filler for kids.Is there an animal that can see farts?A mind-bending, brain-expanding cornucopia of facts for curious minds from the bestselling author of Why Don't Penguins' Feet Freeze? and Does Anything Eat Wasps?Reader Reviews⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Funny and given as a gift for a 10 year old. He loved it'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fantastic Book'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wonderful book to spark young minds'Own the room with this hilarious collection of fact-tastic myth-busters and jaw-dropping trivia exploring science, history, sport and lesser-known facts from across the universe.Did you know that the Moon has a Bishop?That ostriches DON'T bury their heads in the sand?And that powdered rice was used as cement in the Great Wall of China?What do souls weigh?What can't 60% of the human population smell?And what on earth is rhinotillexomania?And the big one...are farts actually invisible?The answers to these questions are all here.Challenge your brain, turn your world upside down and relish the irresistible mix of wit and wisdom.Also by Mick O'Hare;- Yawns Freeze Your Brain- Curious World- Curious Animals (BRAND NEW COMING OCT 20260