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TIL the phrase "Founding Fathers" was coined by Warren G. Harding in 1916, and after that it wouldn't be until after the start of the 1980s that it became a common phrase.

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VMMNp TIL that Max Lanman, the creator of the '96 Honda Accord video, previously created commercials for Microsoft and Chevrolet
XEOGk TIL that there's a sea slug that can photosynthesize, called Elysia chlorotica. It gets its chloroplasts from eating algae.
wLpx7 TIL the Christmas song, "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" was written during the Great Depression and had lyrics telling those who were fortunate enough to give back to others and raise spirits. As such, the true meaning of the song is to be as charitable and kind as children believe Santa to be.
ne5kb TIL the white noddy or fairy tern, native to tropical Pacific islands, is notable for laying its egg on a bare branch in a small depression without a nest. It is also considered one of the most useful of land-finding birds to mariners since these seabirds generally roam within 45 km of their island.
g8w8 Til that Roman Emperor Nero is the most decorated Olympian. With 1,808 wins.