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QNkBa TIL Walter Hudson, once the world’s heaviest man, went from 1,200 lbs to 520 lbs (272 kg). He died at 600 lbs. He also held title for largest waist at 119 inches (302 cm). His body remained in his room while authorities figured how to get him out as he would not fit through the door.
7880X TIL the first modern chain letter was written in the 18th century, with predecessors to the modern chain letter existing as far back as the 9th century
l171 TIL that on this day in 1959, Five hundred thousand American steelworkers went on strike, closing nearly every steel mill in the country.
98M TIL Yale researchers have stated that ketamine - a “party drug” often found at raves - is a “magic drug” for treating severe depression. Unlike other antidepressants, its effects take hold within hours rather than weeks.
9V0X TIL Richard II (1393) passed an act in the UK for all pubs to have a sign outside the establishment. “Whosoever shall brew ale in the town with intention of selling it must hang out a sign, otherwise he shall forfeit his ale.”