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TIL Corn can only exist if cultivated by humans, and there is evidence to support humans figured this out over 7,000 years ago.

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y0QX TIL that the filters on cigarettes have no proven health benefits, and are the most common form of litter in the world.
OoJ1e TIL of Schienenzeppelin, an experimental railcar built in 1930 that moved via double bladed propeller and reached 143 mph. Only one example was built and never put in service due to safety concerns
nWgeY TIL Sam Wanamaker, actor and the director of the pilot episode of TV series Lancer as featured in Tarantino's Once Upon Time in Hollywood, also led efforts to build a replica of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre on London's South Bank, near the original site.
BVW TIL Thomas Jefferson asked Lewis and Clark to keep their eye out for a 10 foot tall Lion while they explored the West.
XwnR TIL Isaac Asimov, commonly known for his science fiction writing, published a 1300 page “Guide to the Bible”, explaining historical,geographical, and political influence on the book as well as biographical information.