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TIL That to communicate through the network, trees send chemical, hormonal and slow-pulsing electrical signals, which scientists are just beginning to decipher.

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jNY5v TIL 7% of men suffer from paruresis, an anxiety disorder that means you can't pee if other people are in close proximity.
KOJNR TIL Bullfighting was banned in Catalonia (Spain) in 2012, but the ban was annulled in 2016 for being unconstitutional by the highest court.
7rbkM TIL that the 'ZIP' in ZIP Code is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan
mOZp TIL Annually a Masturbate-a-thon is held in San Francisco for charity. Money is raised based on length of time a person masturbates. Similar to a walk-a-thon paid by the mile. The current record is 10 hours.
KODD4 TIL Eagle's can view something the size of a rabbit from 3 miles away. They see more colors than humans, and can also see in the UV range of light (allowing them to see the urine trail of prey)