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TIL depression makes a person see the world in more shades of gray, than a non-depressed person

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dD889 TIL the hit version of “Tom’s Diner” was remixed by the group DNA and circulated to clubs without the permission of the artist Suzanne Vega or her label. When Vega heard the remix, she advised the label to buy it and officially release it rather than sue the group for copyright infringement.
DraV TIL while shooting a video for his single “Smooth Criminal,” Michael Jackson devised a dance routine where he leaned forward 45 degrees and wires were used to create the impression. Then, Michael invented and patented a special shoe that allowed him to lean forward without wires.
nwr9 TIL a huge ancient Mayan city has been discovered in Guatemala and it holds one of the world´s largest pyramids.
E16ro TIL that french fries contain nicotine. Members of the nightshade family such as tobacco and potatoes contain nicotine as a natural pesticide.
rR9d1 TIL the word 'drone', in reference to remote controlled aircraft, was coined in 1935 when the pilotless DH.82 Queen Bee was developed and flown over RF for anti-aircraft gun training.