› added 11 years ago

112

TIL Masturbation relieve depression and lead to a higher sense of self-esteem

Read more reddit.com

via reddit.com

JY8l4 TIL The Papal election of 1268-71 was the longest in history. It took so long that the cardinals were locked in, their rations were reduced to bread and water, the roof of their hall was removed, and 3 died of old age. The new Pope changed the rules to stop it from repeating, making the Conclave.
4kyYJ TIL Amarillo Slim was challenged by a Wimbledon champion to a game of ping pong. Slim agreed, provided he could provide the paddles. After practicing, Slim provided two frying pans, and easily won the match.
o8QL TIL illegal income, such as bribes, are considered taxable income. Authorities can use this to prosecute people with “legal immunity” (diplomats, UN workers, etc) as they are not immune to paying taxes.
R6J1 TIL There is an estimated $60 Billion worth of treasure that is still at the bottom of the ocean.
xV9QB TIL: Mangos are in the same family as poison ivy, so if you are sensitive to poison ivy, the skin of a mango is likely to affect you too.