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TIL Canadians are required to do a math problem before claiming lottery winnings

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xVrV0 TIL there are actually two measurements called the 'foot' in the US - the 'international foot' (.3048 meters) and the 'US survey foot' (1200/3937 meters). One international foot is approximately .999998 US Survey feet.
nPGB TIL that media sensationalizes the 24-48 hour waiting period to report a missing person. In real life this doesn’t exist and the missing person can be reported immediately.
dDR8r TIL about the kappa, a mythological Japanese creature that robs its human victims of their shirikodama - the mythical ball said to contain the soul, which is located inside the anus.
XERNQ TIL Fiat's Lingotto factory was built in 1923 as five stories with a racetrack on top. With an upward assembly line, production began at the bottom floor and progressed upward until completion. When a Fiat finished its climb through 16,000,000 sq. feet, it exited by roof and was raced by employees.
neKZo TIL Some people Consider Dandelion plant a pesky weed yet it may have Potential Health Benefits according to Evidence based article written by licensed nutritionists and dietitians and contains scientific references.