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TIL about Wang Enlin, a Chinese farmer who self-taught law to sue a chemical company for polluting his village—and won.

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oRMXK TIL about the Grey Rock Method: a technique to deal with manipulative or toxic people by acting uninteresting, like a “grey rock.” Minimal engagement and neutral responses discourage their behavior, helping you to maintain boundaries and protect your peace.
A7Zd TIL there’s a game where the players actively try to avoid hearing the results of the Superbowl for as long as possible. One player claims to still not know who won the 2012 game.
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