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TIL in Finland, all PhD graduates receive both a top hat and sword with their diploma

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R7od4 TIL that a yellow ribbon on a dog leash indicates that the dog needs space. Talk to the owner before approaching!
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awppM TIL that in Australia there exists “kangatarianism”, which is essentially a vegetarian diet that excludes all meat except kangaroo meat on environmental and ethical grounds.
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