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TIL that 80% of the rice consumed by the United States is produced domestically.

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D1nbv TIL that Bhutan is the only country in the world that by its own constitution protects its forests, and the country measures progress not through its Gross Domestic Product but through "Gross National Happiness."
6lZZ TIL: Leonardo da Vinci is credited with inventing the résumé.
1xM8 TIL the real life Bernie Tiede (portrayed by Jack Black in the movie “Bernie”), who was given a life sentence for murdering his elderly companion, was released from prison this year and will be living with the director of the movie.
xeD TIL The shiver you get when you experience something with strong emotions, is called Frisson
grPa4 TIL that Antarctica used to be a rainforest