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TIL ‘medieval’ chastity belts are a myth

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xPYo TIL In the United States, the star denoting the main entry floor of a building is mandated by law.
GAN0E TIL San Antonio's historic Menger Hotel, constructed in 1857 and situated on the original battle grounds of the Alamo, features a ghost tour and is said to be inhabited by over 30 different spirits. The ghost of Teddy Roosevelt is known to pass through for a drink
XEwWD TIL the border between California and Nevada was not completely agreed upon until 1985.
VBlV8 TIL: GYATT is how Gen Z says "Goddamn!" and it is usually a compliment.
ybvw TIL that there is so much heavy metal pollution around the Russian city of Norilsk, mining the surface soil has become economically feasible.