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TIL How Fedex survived bankruptcy with a $5000 Blackjack gamble by the CEO Fred Smith that won $27,000

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5Yykn TIL that one of the principle deniers of the Cambodian Genocide of 1975-1979 (the British Academic Malcom Caldwell) was (almost certainly) killed by the Khmer Rouge (probably under the orders of Pol Pot) shortly after interviewing Brother Number One on Dec. 22 1978.
yQxya TIL There are four primary chemicals that can drive the positive emotions you feel throughout the day: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins (sometimes referred to as D.O.S.E.). Oxytocin specifically comes from physical contact and gives you a lasting feeling of love and security.
D1dOY TIL 2 lbs of sugar per 1 ton of concrete will render it unable to set properly and was apparently used to resist prison construction in the 80s.
9g1D TIL: It is illegal for pet stores in Beverly Hills to sell dogs and cats that are not from a shelter or rescue.
M7bJB TIL that more than three billion people rely on the ocean to make a living