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TIL that the founder of the CCP believed in free democracy and free press.

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6Yl7 TIL: a 2012 study showed that men who treat women the same as they treat other men, are seen as overwhelmingly sexist by both men and women.
9YkoG TIL that praising a child’s intelligence may encourage them to only engage in low-risk tasks in which their intelligence won’t be challenged, as learning takes a backseat to praise-seeking. This can last throughout adulthood. For better results, praise them on their efforts instead.
LmAv TIL that there is a study conducted by a former Reagan adviser that says Fox News viewers are the least informed people in America.
nWnQb TIL that “heat lightning” is a misnomer. It is simply lightning from distant thunderstorms. Lightning can be seen up to 100 miles away in the right conditions, while the sound of thunder doesn’t travel nearly as far.
Yp9NP TIL Architect Lebbeus Woods filed a lawsuit against Universal in February 1996, claiming that his work "Neomechanical Tower (Upper) Chamber" was used without permission in the film 12 Monkeys. He ultimately allowed their inclusion in exchange for a "high six-figure cash settlement" from Universal.