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TIL Mall of America is owned by Canadians
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TIL about “sheep dipping,” a practice known in intelligence circles where a member of the Army is “officially discharged from service” as a part of their covert cover, while in secret, are still eligible for rank promotions and military benefits.
R7m56
TIL that the dull side of aluminum foil is non-stick, not the shiny side!
ADKJn
TIL cows in the U.S. are repeatedly impregnated (often by artificial insemination) so they can make milk nearly year-round.
6LGQ
TIL microwaving a sliced grape will cause a spark as a result of electrons being ripped away from the atom. These free electrons can compound on themselves through a process called ‘runaway breakdown’ and cause a massive surge of plasma.
L8Vp
TIL that Galapagos tortoise were delicious, even tastier than pork and chicken, with their oil tasting like butter. They could even survive for an entire year without food or water, making them a dream come true for sailors who had access to fresh meat throughout their voyages.