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TIL A study released by the U.S. Geological Survey found mercury in every freshwater fish from nearly 300 streams that were tested, an astonishing result because mercury has usually been associated with large saltwater fish. USGS is warning to limit eating large, predator freshwater

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78p6x TIL in 1475, A Jewish woman suspected of murdering Simon of Trent, refused to make a false confession under torture. Her ability to withstand torture led to suspicions of Witchcraft. As a counter-spell, The Bishop instructed her to be washed from head to toe with the urine of a virgin boy.
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