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TIL A tattoo depicting a liquor store slaying, found on a gang member’s chest, led to his conviction after an officer recognized the crime scene.

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mxGjM TIL at a time when the typical burger was 35 cents, McDonald's sold them for for 15 cents each, thanks to having a more efficient and low-cost sales model for their food. This led to increased sales and allowed for expansion of the chain.
0xNN TIL that the Molai Forest in India (1,360 acres) was planted by a single man, over the span of 30 years. It is now home to Bengal tigers, Indian rhinoceroses and the occasional herd of elephants.
aNX9 TIL that the city of Huescar forgot they were at war with Denmark until a local historian found the declaration 172 years later. No shots were fired during the war.
OoXyg TIL in UI/UX, menu layouts are officially recognized by food names (ex.••• is called ‘meatball menu’).
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