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TIL that when released in France in 2007, Ratatouille was not only praised for its technical accuracy and attention to culinary detail, it also drew the 4th highest opening-day attendance in French movie history.

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QNKke TIL that Bayer knowingly sold HIV tainted blood products to 3rd world hemophiliacs because they decided the financial investment of the product was considered too high to destroy
JYDZv Til that tiger blood flavoring is a mixture of watermelon, strawberry and a small hint of coconut.
BgNwD TIL that garlic stored in oil has a high risk of causing botulism; food poisoning that can result in blurred vision, difficulty breathing, progressive paralysis, and even death
kn1E TIL A golden temple in India feeds thousands of people who show up randomly regardless of race, religion and class.
7boO TIL that for the Toad Houses in Super Mario Bros. 3, it never actually matters which box you open, as they are all rigged to contain the same item. (Which item it is, though, may be random, depending on which house you’re in.)