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TIL That Day light saving has no effect on the state’s energy consumption. And a study in Indiana showed that DST actually increased energy demand, presumably because of an increased need for air conditioning.

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ObM4 TIL in the movie Galaxy Quest (1999), the scene where Tim Allen’s character overhears the convention goers calling him and the show’s cast “nobodies” and claiming the cast “couldn’t stand him” actually happened to William Shatner when he attended a Star Trek convention.
xVjPB TIL that Metallica was the first band to perform on all seven continents by performing live and un-amplified (to protect the environment) in Antarctica.
W7GbL TIL The first Medals of Honor given to Americans for actions while fighting in a foreign country were awarded to nine sailors and six marines who fought in the Korean Expedition in 1871. Since 650 men were sent, this means 2% of them received the award.
8rEZ TIL that Kenan Thompson holds the record for longest serving African-American cast member on Saturday Night Live (12 seasons) and is currently the most senior cast member.
gerL TIL of the Iron Pillar of Delhi, a 1600 year old pillar that’s rust-free