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TIL female ants that are not queens but are able to reproduce are scientifically termed “gamergates”

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xVNaB TIL that a "Masterpiece" isn't necessarily an artists best ever work. It has it's origin in a master craftsman's show piece for acceptance into a guild, later adopted by apprentice artists as their show piece for their Masters Degree, allowing them to study further - and get better at their craft.
Lkdg0 TIL the actor who played Furio on the Sopranos once discovered a painting in a museum had been mislabeled. He bought it for $70k and it ended up being worth $10 million.
ep8VL TIL football player Lawyer Milloy was born to teen parents who struggled with drug addiction when he was growing up, and his dad spent time in prison. His parents have since changed their lives and credit their son Lawyer for inspiring them.
neDXd TIL about The Independent, the tallest building in Austin, Texas. It has been nicknamed the "Jenga Tower" and the "Tetris Tower" due to the unique design of “overhanging / suspended” sections
E14Ox TIL Chris Pratt and Anna Faris have a son named Jack. Erica from Friends (played by Anna Faris) had a son named Jack. Andy from Parks and Recs (played by Chris Pratt) also had a son named Jack.