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TIL Two Penn. judges were “paid” to send children (as youg as 10) to jail.

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pEwG TIL an estimated 400 women disguised themselves as men to fight in the US Civil War, including one whose cover was blown when she absentmindedly tried to put her pants on over her head, thinking they were her dress
nWkdd TIL that Arab soap operas (musalsalat) air during the month of Ramadan and are enjoyed after the fast-breaking meal of Iftar. They typically last for 30 episodes that coincide with each night of Ramadan.
xVjl1 TIL Quebec was founded by request of the Native Wabanaki, who figured French guns and ships between them and their enemies would ensure survival. The Wabanaki are one of the few natives who still live on their native lands and speak their native languages as a result. (added sources in comments)
d8r8j TIL research shows that cats recognize their owner’s voices but choose to ignore them
5Vw0P TIL the word 'Rooster' originated in the mid to late 18th century as a euphemism to avoid the sexual connotation of the original English 'Cock', and is widely used throughout North America.