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TIL the worst shark attack in human history was when the USS Indianapolis was sunk sending 900 men into the shark infested waters. Only 300 men survived.

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R7Gaw TIL Germany was one the first countries to introduce animal protection laws, including banning cutting the tails and ears of dogs without anesthesia or causing unnecessary harm to animals. This was largely thanks to its animal-loving leader at the time, Adolf Hitler.
GYJV7 TIL that the song “Lift Yourself” by Kanye West was made specifically to piss off Drake. Drake had been planning to use the “Lift Yourself” beat for his song, but Kanye didn’t give him enough time before releasing his own nonsensical version.
JYjWv TIL that Humphrey Bogart stood up for Lena Horne when her Hollywood neighbors tried to kick her out because she was black: "if anyone bothers you, please let me know"
Ry77 TIL the Harris hawk is the only raptor that hunts in packs. Their strategy is similar to that of wolves.
eWoL TIL that in 2006 baguettes were simultaneously placed on the ground in both Spain and New Zealand creating the first verified ‘Earth Sandwich’