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TIL a mental disorder called Cotard’s Syndrome (also known as the Cotard Delusion, the Nihilistic Delusion, and the Walking Corpse Syndrome) causes sufferers to believe that they are dead and do not exist.

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vPRR8 TIL that some countries presume organ donor consent with a system known as 'opt-out'. Surprisingly, the only significant result (as of this 2019 study) has been a reduction in living organ donation
9YewG TIL of the "sixth toenail", which is a miniscule accessory nail situated on the pinky toe's outer corner.
Z8QPo TIL Male fruit flies drink more alcohol, or will start drinking, if they have been sexually rejected by females.
kKxm TIL that in Japan, it is acceptable to take a nap on a strangers shoulder on a train
Br0OL TIL Mr & Mrs Crompton and their six children were the largest family to die in the sinking of the Lusitania in 1915. Travelling first class to England, they were known as being noisy during the voyage, even causing one woman to switch rooms because of it.