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TIL that taller individuals, due to having more cells in their bodies, are more prone to certain types of cancer.

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b9OAj TIL "The Lost World: Jurassic Park" was nominated three Golden Raspberry Awards: Worst Remake or Sequel, Worst Screenplay, and Worst Reckless Disregard for Human Life and Public Property
kOdye TIL that the Inland Taipan or "fierce snake" is the most venomous snake in the world. However, because of its shy nature and timid nature there has never been a recorded death caused by its bite. The word "fierce" describes its venom, not its temperament.
wQ6M TIL the Ibrahim Prize, an annual award given to former African heads of states who have advanced democracy and peacefully transitioned power gifts $5,000,000 plus and additional $200,000 a year after that. It has only been awarded three times since 2008.
0yP1 TIL that the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was supported by 80% of the Republican House members, and 82% of the Republican Senate members.
MDkV TIL that any domino can knock over another object up to 1.5x its size. The 32nd object would be big enough to knock over the empire state building!