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When was the bowling ball invented?

1860's. It was invented in 1862.

Where was chess invented?

India. Cultural diffusion brought the game to other areas of the globe.

What year was velcro invented in?

1948. If became very popular in the 1980's as a fastener for children's shoes.

Where was lipstick invented?

Egypt. Egyptians also used kohl as eye-liner.

In what century did punctuation gain in popularity?

1500s. With the advent of the printing press, punctuation became neccessary as more and more reading material became available.

Where was the first commercial bungy jumping site?

New Zealand.

What is the only non-electric musical instrument invented in the 20th century?

Steel drum.

In what year was Diet Coke invented?

1982. Tab was the popular diet soda until that time.

What country holds the title for most independent inventors applying for patents?

Germany.

Who invented ice cream?

Chinese. Invented in 200 B.C., when a soft milk and rice mixture was further solidified by packing it in snow.