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TIL that the word “Orchid” is derived from the Greek word “Orkhis”, meaning “testicle”

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eDLJ TIL there’s an act called the “Read the Bills Act,” which requires U.S. Congress to read the legislation before they vote on it. It has been in limbo since 2006…
oRAxA TIL in 499 century BC, king Histaiaeus (ancient Greece) sent secret military messages tattooed on bald heads of messengers. After the hair regrew, they sent the messengers. In the destination they were shaved again to reveal the message.
E1Mjo TIL of Dashrath Manjhi, a Man Who Single-handedly Carved A Road Through a Mountain over 22 Years
0PdM TIL the best time of day to have your case tried before a judge is early morning, or right after lunch
1aeWD TIL of the Battle of Ramree Island in which the Allies launched an attack to retake Ramree and its neighbour Cheduba Island. There were reports of Japanese soldiers being eaten by saltwater crocodiles.