Used for water distribution, the Delaware Aqueduct in New York, USA is the longest tunnel in the world (as of 2010). Drilled through solid rock, it reaches a staggering 137 kilometres (85 miles) in length. More tunnel facts.

Annually 7 million tons of textiles and clothing is thrown out. Out of this, only 12% is used again or recycled.

Long Island is the largest island in the Continental U.S.

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