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TIL there was a study published conclusively linking the return of veterans and an increase of domestic terrorism from white supremacy groups. It has since been pulled due to pressure from FOX News, the American Legion and other conservative groups.

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9w58m TIL that there's a hamburger university in Illinois, USA, initiated by the McDonald's franchise in 1961. This institution focuses on training managers and administrative personnel in various aspects, including management techniques, customer service, safety protocols, and marketing strategies.
woKGo TIL: France still doesn't recognise North Korea, along with Japan and South Korea.
d8YRr TIL The Philippines is the most Pro-American country in the world with 85-94% of Filipinos viewing Americans and the US favorably
Ypm8d TIL: Weightlifter Chua Koon Siong fainted for seven minutes after smashing his face with the barbell during his first lift at the 1981 Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship. Still bleeding, he completed his remaining lifts and won the gold medal with a final lift of 137.5 kg.
gMll9 TIL In 1977, Saturday Night Live held an "Anyone Can Host" contest, the first and only time they've allowed a non-celebrity to host. The winner was an 80 year old grandmother named Miskel Spillman. Her episode on 12/17/77 was notable for an Elvis Costello performance that got him banned from SNL.