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TIL despite Americans owning more than 78 million dogs as pets, only 20-30 deaths per year are attributed to dog attacks, fewer than bees

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GKg TIL In Portugal there is an ancient city submerged in water, but during dry spells the water levels go down and you can see it. It’s called Vilarinho Da Furna
xV7Z1 TIL only 400 out of the 7000 diseases classified as “rare” have an effective treatment. This fact is recognized during Rare Disease Day, which is held every year on the last day of February. This day also holds an extra special meaning on February 29 – the rarest day of the year.
Ge5 TIL In ancient Rome the punishment for killing one’s father was to be drowned in a sack along with a viper, a dog, and a rooster.
aOJJ TIL In Germany, Father’s Day is celebrated by groups of males going hiking with one or more smaller wagons filled with wine or beer and traditional regional food. Many use this day to get drunk, and alcohol-related traffic accidents multiply by three on this day.
pbWA TIL nearly 45% of recent college graduates are working in jobs which did not require a college degree