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TIL Doctor Who was originally created to be an educational show that taught kids about history and science

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OoK8R TIL The Japanese spider crab has the largest leg span of any arthropod in the world, reaching up to 12 ft long. The actual body of the crab is only 15 inches long. Weighing up to 41 pounds, it has 8 legs and 2 arms used for feeding, each feeding arm is up to 5 ft long.
04Pv TIL: Shaq hung out with a 7 foot 4 inch tall 12 year old because he felt awkward being stared at. Not only did he hang out with him for a couple days but brought his personal tailor to get hit fitted for clothes.
5Ya7p TIL: A dog's nose being wet and cool is a sign of good health is a common misconception. Many dogs can be sick and still have a wet nose, and other dogs can be healthy and still have a dry nose.
Ooyke TIL: "Breakfast is the Most Important Meal of the Day" was actually a line created by Kelloggs to help sell their new cereal.
neNrB TIL that Nigeria has a space program and has successfully launched several satellites into orbit.