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TIL 33% of American women met weekly recommendations for aerobic exercise, as opposed to 43% for men.

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Merd8 TIL Showman and businessman PT Barnum was frustrated with how long people lingered in his museum’s exhibits. He posted signs that said 'This Way to the Egress'. He knew most of the visitors would follow them not knowing 'Egress' meant 'Exit'. They couldn’t re-enter without paying the entry fee again
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