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TIL of the Moro Reflex, first described by pediatrician Ernst Moro. It is believed to be the only UNLEARNED fear in humans.

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neLKo TIL of a town in the state of Arizona named "Nothing", which, fittingly, has a population of zero, although it once had a gas station, a small convenience store and at its height, 4 people living there
MRbW TIL a man accidentally caused the police, SWAT teams and a helicopter to shutdown & surround the Burlington Mall when his umbrella was mistaken as a rifle.
5VDd8 TIL you should never use hot water from your faucets for cooking or drinking. Hot water pulls minerals, metals (including lead), and other contaminants from boilers, hot water tanks and pipes. Stagnant hot water also provides a hospitable environment for harmful bacterial growth.
OoBwg TIL Lays marketed a low calorie "WOW" brand of chips that made consumers crap their pants. The main ingredient, Olestra, is a fat substitute which allows for frying without calories being added. The problem is your body can't absorb it. Consumers suffered from cramping, diarrhea, and anal leakage.
VMDEG TIL about Senator's Strom Thurmond's 24h 18min filibuster to delay and obstruct the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1957