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TIL Akons full name is Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam

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v1BY7 TIL that, in 2006, a constitutional amendment came before Florida voters that would require 60% of the vote to amend the state constitution. In a twist of irony, Florida voters approved the amendment, which required all future amendments to get 60% of the vote to pass, with only 57% of the vote.
vPG7R TIL that a quantum transition that lasts 1/1,000th of a second is at the root of genetic mutation
abwM TIL the Rolex brand became widely known after a woman swam across the english channel wearing one in 1927. After the 15 hour swim the Rolex Oyster she had worn was still working perfectly.
EgMmp TIL that in 1999, PETA, as part of its McCruelty campaign, attempted to distribute bloody Unhappy Meals to young audiences. They also released a comic book in which Ronald McDonald, Grimace, and the Hamburglar unite to kill Birdie's parents, feed them to her unknowingly, then eat her as well.
epZrE TIL Spongebob Squarepants is credited for creating wider awareness of Leif Erikson Day outside the Norwegian-American community