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TIL Multiple studies have demonstrated that writing about personally distressing events can speed up healing of minor wounds

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p1xG TIL the Bible contains a passage where it says it became dark in daytime during the crucifixion of Jesus. It was discovered a total eclipse did actually occur in Jerusalem on 24 November 29 CE at around 11AM. This fact got dismissed by the Church because the date is not in accordance with Easter.
5kPn TIL When Eminem was sued in 2003 by the bully, DeAngelo Bailey for slandering him in the song “Brain Damage”, the judge threw out the case and provided the ruling by rapping it.
4Xnxa TIL that a rock is composed of two or more minerals, while a mineral is composed of the same substance throughout.
0d1O5 TIL that in Mexico, the term "Cinco de Mayo" isn't commonly used. Instead, Mexicans call it "La Batalla de Puebla," commemorating the 1862 battle against French forces. While the U.S. has large celebrations, it's a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, mostly observed in the state of Puebla.
4X1y6 TIL That WWE wrestler R-Truth has won the WWE 24/7 Championship 37 TIMES