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TIL there is a legal precedent for the term “bottom bitch”

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grxy9 TIL while the word D-Day is most commonly used for the Normandy Landings in WW2, the term refers to any day on which a combat attack or operation begins. There have been many D-Days before and after WW2
D6wp TIL the 9/11 tragedy released a cloud of asbestos fibers over NYC. 400 tons of asbestos was in the WTC building. An estimated 410,000 people were exposed to the toxic substance. Nearly 70% of rescuers have lung problems. Experts expect cancer diagnoses to peak in 2041-four decades after the attack.
P6MG TIL Military units break step when marching over bridges to avoid causing a resonate wave that could collapse the structure.
m1a8p TIL During his Nashville days in the early 1970s, EddieRabbitt had a pet monkey, Jojo. Before his Rocky Mountain Music tour, the monkey bit Rabbitt, leaving his right arm in bandages.
X886 TIL Newman’s Own, founded in 1982 by the now late actor Paul Newman, donates 100% of post-tax profits to charity. In total, the food brand has donated over $450 Million to charity, including several children’s organizations.