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TIL that Queen Elizabeth II's reign spanned 179 Prime Ministers

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eppYJ TIL of Biofouling, the accumulation of microorganisms, plants, algae, or small animals on surfaces such as ship and submarine hulls. Due to the increased drag this causes a ship, it can cost a vessel up to 40% more in fuel costs. The US Navy alone around $1 billion a year because of biofouling,
KYA5Q TIL Fern Gully is a real place in NSW Australia
W7dN9 TIL the astonishing story of the man with three legs, four feet, and two sets of genitals.
Z8w8a TIL that a team of biohackers has successfully developed eyedrops that cause temporary night vision in humans.
QJQMX [TIL] Mimolette is a French cheese with living mites on the surface, which is why it's banned in America.