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TIL Humans did not evolve from either of the living species of chimpanzees. Humans and chimpanzees did, however, evolve from a common ancestor. The two modern species (common chimpanzees and bonobos) are humans’ closest living relatives.

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kOneW TIL of STEVE, an atmospheric phenomenon investigated and named by a group of aurora watchers in Alberta, Canada. A group member suggested the name in reference to the movie Over The Hedge, later given the backronym "Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement" by the American Geophysical Union.
v1xg8 TIL African American architect Paul Williams learned to draw upside down because white clients were uncomfortable sitting next to a black man. He practiced mostly in Southern California and designed the homes of numerous celebrities, including Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Lon Chaney
nGYY TIL that American movies are sped up by 4% for broadcast on most of the world’s TV stations
x6NKg TIL a new measurement type – Smoots
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