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TIL that there is a mutation in male fruit flies that make them homosexual

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loyma TIL That the U.S. does not and has never used the Imperial system. They switched directly from English units to the U.S. Customary System in response to it.
yQarv TIL tequila is regulated by the CRT. They ensure compliance regarding quality & source materials during the production, bottling/labeling phases and ensure tequila is made in specified areas in Mexico (similar to Champagne) They collect samples from products to verify compliance using a chemical lab
oRAmE TIL Jehovahs Witnesses approach businesses just as often as personal residences and see it as part of their mission.
E4pw TIL during AOL’s prime, the CEO called broadband a “side issue” and said “narrowband is going to be around forever”.
N7EP TIL Mike from “Breaking Bad” began his acting career in an education film on menstruation and puberty in the mid-70’s (go to 1:10)