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TIL: The US Presidency was technically vacant for 24 hours on March 4-5, 1849

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QNaKd TIL that in 1957, Queen Elizabeth II was awarded the title "Admiral in the Great Navy of the State of Nebraska." Despite the name, the title has no connection to an actual navy, as Nebraska is landlocked. Today, it’s simply known as "Nebraska Admiral."
PXyg TIL that as of 2003, there were between 50 and 100 people in the US who had nuclear-powered pacemakers.
BQxL TIL: Certain ticks can transmit a meat allergy to humans which causes the person to develop hives whenever they eat meat
lEk5 TIL the word “Testify” originates from the Latin word for testicle. Two men taking an oath of allegiance would hold their balls as a sign of truthfulness. If they broke their oath they would lose their manhood, literally putting their balls on the line.
QJDpa TIL of the Minneapolis Skyway System, a system of footbridges that connects shops, restaurants, and residential buildings over an area of 80 full city blocks. It allows residents to live, work, and shop without ever leaving the Skyway system.