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TIL that radiotrophic fungi exist which can transform gamma radiation into chemical energy. They were found inside the Chernobyl nuclear plant.

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jjmR TIL Kurt Cobain’s hometown of Aberdeen, Washington has a welcome sign that says “Welcome to Aberdeen: Come As You Are”
xpo5 TIL that when the invading Prussians banned Danish people from flying their flags, they spent years breeding the red-and-white striped “Danish Protest Pig” as the ultimate passive-aggressive display. It is still extant today, though there are only 140 examples and it is officially a rare breed.
DQdpj TIL that some Jeeps have "Easter Eggs" of designs of animals and other symbols that are hidden around the vehicle; with some found on the windshield or carved into the dashboard, under seats, and near the gas cap.
Y7vjG TIL the guy who took pics of Einstein's office right after his death used a bottle of scotch as bribe to get into the room
ePWL TIL that India celebrates children’s day on Nov 14, exactly 9 months after Valentines day.