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TIL that in 2006 DOT inspectors discovered a cold war era fallout shelter under the Brooklyn Bridge

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LLyP TIL that cigarette manufacturers endorsed the creation of laws banning cigarette advertising, understanding that this would reduce costs and increase profits across the industry.
5wnk TIL of Pedro Lopez, serial killer convicted of murdering 110 girls and later released from prison in 1998 after 16 years in prison
Xydr TIL that the Egyptians were the only ancient culture to recognize blue as being distinct from green. Today, certain tribes, such as the Himba people in Namibia, cannot make the distinction.
R7Kv1 TIL The 1966 Lamborghini Miura was the first to feature the company’s famous “fighting bull” logo. It also went against Lamborghini’s wishes, as he believed cars should be made for relaxation and touring instead of speed like Ferrari’s machines.
1ag6d TIL fruit flies enjoy having sex, and will resort to alcohol if they can’t get it.