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TIL that judges are statistically more likely to be stricter in their rulings as their lunch time approaches due to low glucose levels

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78DDX TIL the Permian–Triassic extinction event that occurred approximately 251.9 million years ago is considered Earth's most severe known extinction event. 57% of biological families, 83% of genera, 81% of marine species and 70% of terrestrial vertebrate species became extinct.
KYN4w TIL the Shirahige-Higashi Firewall Apartment Complex is an 18-block apartment complex that was built to act as massive firewall that will protect the citizens of Sumida ward in case of a massive earthquake and/or fire. It features massive rolling steel shutters and multiple water cannons.
1aJMW TIL that of the almost 200 countries in the world, only 22 have never been invaded by Great Britain.
bapQ TIL a 2004 study of 43 fruits and vegetables found that their nutritional value has decreased significantly over the past 50 years.
4Kvw TIL the descendants of Aztec Emperor Montezuma were recognized as nobility by European nations, moved to Spain, rose through the ranks of the Spanish aristocracy and today hold the highest title of Duke of Moctezuma