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TIL that a cumulus cloud weighs an estimated 1.1 million pounds, according to the United States Geological Survey.

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MekgV TIL azure-winged magpies show 'human-like' generosity. They provide food to their group members spontaneously and without the other birds begging them. This so-called 'proactive prosociality' has long been believed to be a human hallmark.
NQmP TIL 44% of Americans can’t swim
WvYY TIL that the butt on the album cover of Get Lucky by Loverboy belongs to the 13 year old daughter of the photographer.
9w8VG TIL about the US Army's APS contingency program. Seven gigantic stockpiles of supplies, weapons and vehicles have been stashed away by the US military on all continents, enabling their forces to quickly stage large-scale military operations anywhere on earth.
jNWGj TIL in the 17th century, Robert Boyle, the "Father of Modern Chemistry," compiled an improbable "wish list" he hoped science would one day accomplish. All but a few have come true.