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TIL the Earth was established as a sphere since about 300 BC

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DADp TIL that 10% of all the humans who have ever lived are alive in the world right now.
lonrK TIL a farmer hid the construction and existence of a 4-bedroom castle under a huge pile of hay bales for 6 years. When he thought he’d outlasted the statute of limitations, he unveiled it to the public, the city council found out, and immediately ordered its destruction.
x6PJ0 TIL loons have their feet so far back on their body for swimming efficiency that they can barely walk on land, having to push themselves along on their bellies; they also can only take off from large bodies of water
OGV1R TIL Fritz Haber invented Haber-process to produce ammonia by using nitrogen from the air, but also invented poison gas in World War I that led his wife to suicide...
P15rE TIL that woman in the U.S. found an ancient Maya vase for $3.99 while thrifting. Recognizing its similarity to museum artifacts, she felt curious and responsible. After confirming its historical significance, she returned it to Mexico, where authorities verified its authenticity.