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TIL after the first test preview of Apollo 13 (a film firmly based on true events) one comment card indicated the film had a typical “Hollywood ending” and that the crew would’ve never survived in real life.

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J1Njk TIL John Jameson, the creator of Jameson Irish Whiskey, was the great grandfather of Guglielmo Marconi, the inventor of radio.
Y7LOB TIL that in the last 10 years, Florida has had more shark attacks than the rest of the states combined (242), yet no fatalities.
6RjZ TIL that even though he initially refused it, George Washington’s salary as President ($25,000) equaled 2% of the national budget
8ePy4 TIL that Romania extends beyond common stereotypes, showcasing a rich and eye-opening culture, dazzling fashion, and, at times, shocking scandals.
VM5aB TIL Michelle Birnbaum, a Mother from New Jersey gave birth to a daughter, Rose on Feb 29 2008, coincidentally she's also born on a Leap year in 1980. The odds of mother & child sharing birthday on Leap Year is 1 is to 2 Million