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TIL: 1 Billion seconds ago was 1979 but 1 Trillion seconds ago was 29,700 BC

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GYOBQ TIL that the Taipan, an extremely venomous Australian snake, wasnt caught alive until 1950, and the person who caught it was killed by the snake nonetheless.
jNNbp Short answer: Yes, but only at night
m18jP TIL that multiple undetonated bombs have been found in Pompeii. As a result of Allied bombing during World War II, it is estimated that between seven and ten unexploded bombs remain in the unexcavated portions of the site. The last time one went off was over thirty years ago.
6rGZ TIL of Tihar. A festival in Nepal that dedicates an entire day to thanking dogs for their friendship and loyalty.
E1MvW TIL many buildings in the Roman Forum were reasonably intact until the Renaissance. Several temples and arches were destroyed to provide building materials for St. Peter's Basilica and other projects.