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TIL that all Nouns are Capitalized in the German Language.
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TIL that David Koresh, leader of the Branch Davidian ranch cult in Waco was a songwriter and musician that attempted to make it big in Hollywood. (Fact #5 on list in link)
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TIL In early 1900s NYC, it was acceptable for gangs of teenagers to swipe and stomp people’s straw hats if worn past Sept 15th. One day in 1922, they started early. People fought back, and 8 days of riots ensued.
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TIL Groomsman stand on the left of the bride so that in the event of a kidnapping they could defend the bride with a sword in their right hand.
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TIL that the village of Shani Shingnapur in Maharashtra has no doors on its houses and shops. Locals believe that Lord Shani, the Hindu god of Saturn, guards the village and any thief who tries to steal will be punished by the deity. The village has had no thefts or robberies in recorded history.
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TIL that in Switzerland if you fail your practical drivers license test 3 times you are required to consult a official psychologist to asses the reasons for your previous failures before you are allowed to retake the exam.