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TIL that Guinness already owned the trademark for a harp symbol with the soundboard on the left when the Republic of Ireland became an independent country, so passports, currency and Official Government documents in Ireland use a harp facing the other way.

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VOJQ TIL Vanmoof 10 is world’s first intelligent commuter bike.The Smart Bike is operated by a 250 Watt Electric Motor on the front hub and has a wide range of 30 to 60 kilometers based on the riding conditions.
9Y9pr TIL the black soldier fly larva turns most organic substances into nutrient-rich protein and frass, a valuable organic fertilizer. Significant reductions in E. coli and Salmonella were measured in manure after larvae were introduced in it. They can also purify biomass contaminated with heavy metals.
pXlO TIL that Germans at the Oktoberfest have a term “Bierleichen” or “Beer Corpses” for those who pass out from excessive drinking
68RZ TIL, Nintendo actually owns the rights to Super Hornio Brothers and Super Hornio Brothers 2, which are porn parodies of the Mario Bros. games.
wLyjP TIL that ADHD often looks very different in females then it does in males. Contrary to the popular hyper and impulsive symptoms, the “Inattentive” type of ADD manifests as not being able to pay attention, daydreaming, lack of motivation, etc. Young girls and woman are often undiagnosed.