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TIL that scientists grew a 'mini-brain on the move' that can contract muscle

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wLNRY TIL Woody Harrelson's father was a hitman who served a life sentence for killing a federal judge.
loPVG TIL of John Solomon Rarey, a 19th century horse whisperer who tamed a horse named Cruiser which was known as "the fiercest horse ever seen". After meeting Rarey, Cruiser was said to be as gentle as a lamb. When Rarey died in 1866, Cruiser's bad temper returned.
KOEpJ TIL dogs will often burrow under blankets in bed because they feel the most safe and comforted there since it’s where their owners sleep.
b8k4 TIL “Deep Blue”, one of the largest great white sharks ever filmed, is estimated to be 50 years old… and was (at the time) pregnant!
vQv8 TIL that unless you donate blood directly at a hospital, your blood is likely being resold for up to $200/pint back to the hospital by the local blood bank to the to recoup their costs of collection.