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TIL People getting paid to spread propaganda through comments is a widespread thing.

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WPKY TIL:In China, toilet paper theft is such a big problem that someone created facial recognition software that makes you stare a computer in the eye for toilet paper dispensing. 1 Piece per person.
W797N TIL that for 1308 years (128 CE - 1436) the dome of the Pantheon has been the largest dome in the world. The new record was then held by the dome of Florence Cathedral for 435 years (1436 - 1871). They both still hold the record for their "category" (unreinforced solid concrete and brick and mortar)
pYeR8 TIL Chinese Architect I.M. Pei designed the Louvre Pyramid. At first, the glass structure recieved heavy criticism and was called 'An Architectural Joke'. Today it is one of France's most iconic destinations.
X0VnQ TIL that if you use the bagel function on a toaster, the halves should be facing outwards, because only the outer heating elements are on.
JYDRQ TIL: The Saturn V was black and white because the pattern would make it obvious if the rocket rolled in flight.