Irish Wolfhound dogs have a short lifespan and live about 7-8 years.

Shakespeare invented the word "assassination" and "bump."

In 2002, women earned 742,000 bachelor's degrees. Men earned only 550,000 during the same year. The difference is growing so large that many colleges now practice (quietly) affirmative action for male applicants.

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