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TIL that Pygmy and Dwarf Sperm Whales can eject a reddish-brown "ink" in order to confuse or discourage potential predators, just as an octopus or a squid might do.

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pVE8 TIL that you could not have been King of Ireland without nipples, as the kissing or sucking of King’s nipples was a form of submission. If one attempted to become the Irish Monarch and was not successful, your nipples were removed. They were also cut off if you were sacrificed.
NLe8 TIL a corrupt cop lived as a fugitive in the woods by himself for 22 years, but came back to society because he regretted his crimes. He now works to weed out corruption in law enforcement
0ddER TIL The term 'extra' as in 'Extra! Extra! Read all about it!' referred to a special paper issued outside the normal publishing schedule. It reported on important or sensational news which arrived too late for the regular edition.
kJL0g TIL power generators are among the deadliest household products because of the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning.