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TIL that the pancake ice, a collection of loose and plate ice crystals, features raised edges that is formed by slush on a turbulent water, different from other types of sea ice formed under calm conditions.

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XKoQ TIL that Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius (86 CE – 161 CE) had the most peaceful reign of any ruler in antiquity. There is no record of any major events or conflicts during his 23 year reign. He was a skilled administrator and was praised by his contemporaries for his effective style of governance.
KOZLa TIL During the long winter of 1886, horses and cattle on the Great Plains died when their breaths froze over the ends of their noses, making it impossible for them to breathe.
JY6dQ TIL that the ShamWow Guy was arrested for beating up a cannibal hooker who bit his tongue and wouldn’t let go.
neWKo TIL In pre-colonial Nigeria there was a city with walls four times longer than the Great Wall of China, and consumed a hundred times more material than the Great Pyramid of Cheops
KOa4B TIL British nuclear weapons were armed with only a bike lock key until the mid 90's.