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TIL according to Icelandic folklore, the monstrous Yule Cat will eat you if you don't receive any clothing for Christmas

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b9Nl4 TIL about Henry Dunant, a man who was so appalled and disgusted by the injury and death during the battle of Solferino, Dunant was compelled to create a neutral voluntary aid society that would tend to the wounded of both sides of every battle. This organisation later became known as the Red Cross.
XEyXE TIL about a spy themed restaurant called the SafeHouse. It was founded in 1966 and it has a hidden location with a secret entrance. A password is needed to enter and if it's not given, patrons will have to do silly tasks that are broadcasted to people inside the restaurant in order to enter.
ajby TIL The iconic ‘scream’ made by WW2 dive bombers is produced by two separate acoustic devices mounted to the wings, known as a 'Jericho Trumpet(s)’ and serve no purpose beyond intimidation.
0KDp TIL that former FBI director, J. Edgar Hoover, liked to write on the margin of memos. One time, he read a memo w/ narrow margins, and replied “Watch the borders!” The next week was met w/ mass confusion, as multiple inquiries were sent to Border Patrol inquiring about any suspicious border activity.
yVGEX TIL Stephen Hawking's wife Jane offered free room-and-board at their home to students who would help care for her husband. Stephen needed fulltime help with dressing, bathing, and did not want help from anyone other than Jane