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TIL that the Ku Klux Klan has officially denounced the Westboro Baptist Church for being “hatemongers”.

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py1Q TIL snails kill over 10,000 people a year. More than sharks, hippos, wolves, lions, and crocs combined
ew4D TIL a NZ sheep avoided being shorn for 6 years by hiding in caves. When he was found, his wool grew so heavy it weighed 60 pounds: enough wool to create suits for 20 men.
Oov97 TIL breaking the ice origin When ships were primary trade, they often got stuck in ice in the winter. Trade ships coming into port were frequently met by small ships sent out by the receiving nation to break the ice&clear way. The gesture demonstrated welcome&understanding between the 2 countries
7rmKP TIL sea sheep exist and they are actually very cute little slug creatures
VP98 TIL that Today all Dutch trains are powered 100% by wind energy