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TIL Dentists are still allowed to use cocaine as an anesthetic.

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4k8w6 TIL African-Americans enjoyed equal rights in the aftermath of the Civil War. It was a series of policies and Supreme Court decisions that disenfranchised the black community and stripped them gradually over the decades over their newfound freedoms. In 1873 there was even a Black Governor of LA.
kgWe TIL of the saying “Thank God for Mississippi.” Used by residents of states who do poorly in rankings comparing US States, because Mississippi is almost always doing worse than they are.
N70P6 TIL there is a service that allows you to "Rent a Friend" to attend social events, play sports, travel, or just hang out.
ZAVR TIL that Honey bees initially have up to 21 virgin queen bees, who fight to the death until there is only one.
6YnJ TIL the Eiffel Tower is 6 inches taller in the summer because steel expands in the heat - so climb it in the winter