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TIL that The Cospaia Republic became independent because of a treaty error and survived from 1440 to 1826.

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4Z8o TIL Humans’ and Dogs’ brains have evolved to understand each others’ vocalizations to some degree, including dogs understanding human laughter.
QNbVd TIL Plants can sense light, touch, gravity, smell, sound, and even vibrations. They react using hormones and electrical signals—bending, blooming, defending, and adapting. Though brainless, they behave intelligently, responding to their environment in complex ways.
Me89K TIL that the USPS has lost $69 Billion over the past 11 fiscal years - including $3.9 billion in fiscal year 2018. USPS's total unfunded liabilities and debt ($143 Billion at the end of fiscal year 2018) have grown to double its annual revenue.
1ayw4 TIL actor Eric Bana started his career as an award-winning comedy performer.
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