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TIL New Hampshire's Mount Washington is one of the most deadly hikes in the world.

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dDYJ9 TIL that Veryovkina Cave is the deepest-known cave on Earth at 2,223 meters (7,257 ft). Since 1982, the "Perovo-speleo" team has explored its depths. In 2021, they discovered a tourist's body at -1100 meters, adding a tragic twist to their efforts.
Ypkox TIL a USAF tanker used its fuel boom to tow an F-4 Phantom to safety after the fighter lost engine power flying over the Atlantic
VMBX0 TIL a little too much about the curious case of Chris Chan.
0NYR TIL that in 2007 Sao Paulo outlawed billboards and every other form of outdoor advertising like on buses and cabs as well as the distribution of fliers.
6LrZ TIL a 87 year old Baltimore woman locked a police officer in her basement when he tried searching her home without a warrant. She sued and won a $95,000 settlement.