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TIL the “cheerleader effect”, the theory that girls look more attractive in groups has been scientifically proven

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XX0k TIL that Houston, Texas is the only major city in the U.S. that has no zoning laws.
xJED TIL half of recommendations on TV “Dr. shows” like Dr.Oz have either no evidence or are contradicted by evidence.
AEan TIL a man who was napping under a tree and had his skull crushed by a 16 pound pinecone sued various governmental agencies for $5 million due to the lack of warning signs.
E1EV7 TIL that it's possible for a human to dissolve in Yellowstone's hot springs. On June 7, 2016, Colin Scott slipped and tumbled into the acidic boiling waters of the Norris Geyser while looking for a hot spot to soak in. Scott had illegally ventured off the boardwalk and within 24hrs he dissolved.
xVwR0 TIL that Clint Eastwood ran for Mayor of Carmel, CA, out of spite, and won in 1986.