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TIL 40% of Americans can't come up with $400 in an emergency

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5VVWR TIL Down Syndrome has a strong association with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). In one study of 3.9 million children, 2.8% of those with Down Syndrome developed AML, compared with 0.05% of other children.
pYRXN Today I learned a musical road is a road which when driven over causes a tactile vibration and audible rumbling that can be felt through the wheels and body of the vehicle. This rumbling is heard within the car as well as the surrounding area, in the form of a musical tune played out.
9YAD TIL alcohol and tobacco are more harmful than many illegal drugs, including Marijuana, LSD, and Ecstasy
Wk0GN TIL It's ridiculously hard to get an accurate measurement of a coastline that all will agree on.
kJYL7 TIL Mr. Snuffleupagus from 'Sesame Street' was originally a friend of Big Bird's that everyone else thought was imaginary, and it was decided that he should be seen by other people to encourage children to talk about any abuse they might have suffered.