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TIL that, as a deterrent to poachers, a strong red dye is applied to the horns of rhinos which is clearly visible and poisonous to humans

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R7kZ1 TIL that 'Essa Coca é Fanta' is a slur in Brazil and means "this Coke is Fanta" and has been used to make fun of Homosexuals.In 2017 Coca-Cola Brazil came out in support of the LGBTQ community and filled all its common areas and break room refrigerators with Coke cans actually filled with Fanta
LZav TIL Your lips will start to decompose after eating too much pineapple because of the presence of the bromelain enzyme which is so strong that it breaks down the proteins in meats.
r8kM TIL that in September 2016, ‘Tube Chat’ badges were offered to passengers on the London Underground. Wearing one of these badges would indicate to other commuters that you are happy to have a conversation. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the concept was not well-received.
VBlAG TIL that Patrick Troughton, the second actor to play Doctor Who, considered playing the character as a tough sea captain or pirate in blackface. He eventually chose the character of a "space hobo."
wL8eJ TIL Patrick Stewart originally narrated a longer opening monologue in "The Nightmare Before Christmas." It remains on the soundtrack despite being cut from the film.