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Today I learned that leaves can be and are used as musical instruments in some countries, with a sound similar to a kazoo.

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0wKgL TIL in italy during the 16th century music was engraved on knives so guests could sing together after they ate. Each side of the blade has musical notations and each knife represents one part for a singer. So, a complete set of knives actually come together to create a harmonious chorus.
VPJ0 TIL Venus Flytraps are native to with an approximate 100mi circle around Wilmington, North Carolina – not the Amazon or some other jungle.
JQbB TIL a recent study found that people tend to be more stressed out at home than at work
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X0ao6 TIL: that one of my more liked Joe Satriani songs "Sleep Walk" was originally composed by brothers Santo & Johnny Farina in 1959!