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TIL humans are pumping out so much groundwater that it's changed Earth's tilt 31.5-inches since 1993.

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yQlml TIL Thomas Jefferson had a copy of a 1734 edition Qu'ran in his private library. Historians believe he bought the book while studying law to better understand Islam’s influence on some of the world’s legal systems.
4MQN TIL Dragon’s Blood is a real ingredient and has been used since ancient times as varnish, medicine, incense, and dye. In modern times, it is used to make an anti-diarrheal drug.
W6R9 TIL that faking confidence can positively change your brain chemistry and your life
OoQ7L TIL that since 2005, Avon, Ohio has hosted an annual duct tape festival dedicated to celebrating "duct tape, its enthusiasts, and its wacky and fun uses." The event features duct tape sculptures, a duct tape fashion show, and a parade of giant floats constructed using duct tape.
d8w1d TIL: During the First Gulf War, the US lost 20 Bradley vehicles. Only 3 of those were destroyed by the enemy, the rest were the result of friendly fire accidents.