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TIL That green peppers are just unripe versions of red peppers

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DQpAg TIL about the "Silver Snoopy Award" which is an award presented personally by a NASA astronaut to a NASA employee or contractor, is an actual depiction of Snoopy from Peanuts as an astronaut, and the pins are certified to have flown in space.
nBWB TIL when Margaret Keane sued her ex-husband, Walter Keane for plagiarizing, The judge asked both of them to paint a painting in front of the courtroom. Walter declined, saying he had a sore shoulder, whereas Margerat completed her painting in 53 minutes.
NEaJ TIL there’s a real, working turret that fires 1,000,000 rounds per minute (or 16,666 bullets per second; a bullet every 0,002 seconds)
9Y4jD TIL Dishwashers have filters and they should be cleaned monthly.
5V1AD TIL carrot tops, the leafy green tops of the carrot plant, are edible and can be used in salads, pesto, or as a garnish. They are also rich in nutrients, including vitamins C and K.