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18:06 UK time, Monday, 15 October 2012
Since only 14% of banknotes are contaminated with faecal bacteria, compared to 26% of hands, the phrase "filthy lucre" has now been officially retired. Please update your dictionaries.
David Richerby, Liverpool, UK
On lifts, does anyone remember ? I used the one at Newcastle University when a Student at Durham. I was so scared that I never tried to talk to anyone.
Adrian, London, UK
This story (/news/world-us-canada-19935264) reminded me for no reason in particular that we also have trees near parts of our transport infrastructure. I seem to recall that periodically the leaves fall off the trees and thought it might be worth bringing this to the attention of transport managers just in case it's forecast to happen again in the near future.
David, Romford, UK
According to this, Scientists say billions are needed to save nature. Just try leaving it alone, I'm sure it'll be fine.
Martin Comer, London, UK
Number 2 in 10 things we didn't know last week isn't exactly news to those of us who grew up watching Bagpuss. They can play the mouse organ too.
Sue, London
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