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TIL that the medically approved way to test for a pinworm infection is called ‘scotch tape test’: where you tape the patient’s asshole and remove it to check for eggs.

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n0DY TIL last year a Canadian judge fined a man $1 for being caught with 30 marijuana plants, citing ‘Antiquated and Ridiculous’ marijuana laws
pPy4 TIL Oakley makes goggles with a HUD that tells you speed, elevation, jump dynamics, and links to your smartphone
L89m TIL the Satanic Temple is a religion that worships Satan mainly so that they can horrify Christians by claiming religious exemptions championed by Christian groups, like school prayer
WkQRY TIL Annie Kopchovsky—the first woman to cycle around the world—only learned how to ride a bike two days prior to setting off. She ended up accomplishing the trip in 15 months and won $10,000 for the feat.
nWDe9 TIL honey contains hydrogen peroxide (and that's why it's antimicrobial)