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TIL a guy once tested Major League Baseball's copyright disclaimer by asking for "expressed written consent" to show an old playoff game at a party. MLB Headquarters responded with a letter granting him permission.

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XEZ66 TIL of Stephen Blumberg, a book thief who stole more than 23,600 books worth $5.3 million. He took them from more than 268 universities and museums. It was the largest book theft in the states, and Blumberg has been recognised as the most successful book thief in US history.
41na TIL Tim Roth refused to audition for Reservoir Dogs & told Tarantino “just watch my past work.” Tarantino gave him the part while drunk, but later watched Roth’s last film, in which he said Tim Roth “was awful! He was the worst!”
1yDX TIL a Dutch nursing home for people with dementia puts actual-size stickers of their former front doors on the doors to their rooms. This helps the patients find their rooms and gives the place a familiar feel.
YoLW TIL The great-grandson of Oscar Meyer gave away his fortune at 26 and has dedicated his life to helping the poor.
edYD TIL some butterflies are half male and half female, with one colorful wing and one plain wing.