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TIL that blue is officially the national colour of Ireland, even though green is more popular.

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p8mr8 TIL The lead singer of The Offspring (Dexter Holland) suspended his candidate-ship for a PhD in Microbiology to focus on his band. In 2013 he published a paper identifying microRNA-like sequences in HIV. He received his PhD in 2017.
grapX TIL the KVLY-TV antenna in North Dakota was the tallest structure in the world from 1963-1974, and again from 1991-2008
nWWwd TIL that dandelions are edible and are actually really nutritious and can be eaten raw
ANRkl TIL that saying "no" can improve mental health and productivity by reducing stress and helping people set boundaries.
woy9E TIL Greece demanded return of the Elgin Marbles in 1830, nine years after becoming a nation - a request rejected as of now.