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TIL a black belt only indicates about a “bachelors degree” of mastery in most martial arts disciplines

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6pRX TIL the world record for the highest jump by a horse is 8 feet 1.25 inches. The world record for the highest jump by a human is 8 feet and 1⁄4 inch.
50G8 TIL that in America in 1960, 30% of all brides gave birth within 8.5 months of their wedding
WkgV4 TIL an alternative interpretation of the myth of Narcissus is that he sat gazing into the spring to console himself for the death of his beloved twin sister, his exact counterpart, by recalling her features in the reflection.
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PYvLZ TIL prior to 2002, psilocybin mushrooms were widely available in Japan and were often sold in mail-order shops, online vendors and in head shops throughout Japan; according to Japan's Health Ministry narcotics division, prior to 2002, "You can find them anywhere."