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TIL that firefighters in Denver need to pass a polygraph test or be disqualified from the testing process

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rmPy TIL that in Chernobyl they planted hemp to remove toxins from the soil in a process that’s called “phytoremediation”
PeLO TIL that Russian serial killer Andrei Chikatilo was initially released from custody because his semen type was different than his blood type (which is extremely rare).
GAY5E TIL that approximately 7.7% of men and 4.8% of women in the genral population have Narcissistic Personality Disorder: a mental illness characterized by grandiosity and a general lack of empathy.
e0jBk TIL In 1972, Uganda expelled tens of thousands of Asians
VBWdB TIL There are around 300 petroglyph sites on the British Columbia coast, with concentrations on Gabriola Island. Only fewer than 30 can be dated and erosion means it is unlikely ancient carvings would be preserved. The Snuneymuxw request no photographs or rubbings be taken of the petroglyphs