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TIL during the 19th century, 'corpse medicine' was practiced in Europe, where people consumed human remains, as supposed cures for ailments

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8eQoa TIL about the Starkweather murders and Carli Fugate’s struggle to be pardoned. The 12th Victim Official Trailer | Documentary Series | SHOWTIME
xVB0k TIL Since its inception in 1808, "Australia Day" has been held on six different dates, not just January 26. The knowledge of this somewhat undermines the anti-"change the date" movement's main platform.
Ok1R TIL a National Geographic photographer (Arctic specialist) felt “true love” for, and nurtured by, a 1000 lb. leopard seal that could “kill you in an instant” He spent 4 days in the water with her while she continually tried to feed him penguins. (On the link story starts around 51 minutes in)
d8WV8 TIL that 70% isopropyl alcohol is more effective at killing bacteria than 91% alcohol. This is because the water in the solution helps it permeate more fully.
e0aAJ TIL the opossums are different from possums. Opossums live in North America, while possums live in Australia, and are closely related to kangaroos. Also: the "O" in Opossum isn't always silent.