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TIL The dementors in Harry Potter were meant to symbolize JK Rowling’s depression.

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GA4k1 TIL an Albanian folk practice of annually sacrificing a white bull to the sky god Zojz at Mount Tomorr is believed to be a continuation of religious tradition ultimately stretching back to early Indo-European times
6lEw TIL Brain scans show compulsive gamers have hyperconnected neural networks. One researcher said: “Hyperconnectivity between these brain networks could lead to a more robust ability to direct attention toward targets, and to recognize novel information in the environment.”
kO7kE TIL actress Pia Zadora won a Golden Globe for "Best Newcomer" and a Razzie for "Worst New Star" for the same role
R5RG8 TIL a superiority complex is a psychological defense mechanism that develops over time to help a person cope with feelings of inferiority
A4Mn TIL Cylindrical aluminum cans have optimal geometric characteristics from spheres and cuboids for material and packing efficiency respectively.