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TIL During human embryological growth, the anus is the first structure to develop. Unfortunately many humans never develop beyond this point and continue through life as assholes.

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AD9B4 TIL Paper toilet seat covers are permeable and offer no protection against germs and bacteria
PYmxw TIL Volcano Surfing or Volcano Boarding, is a sport performed on volcano slopes. Potential dangers include falling off and getting cut by the rough volcanic ash, breathing poisonous gasses, contracting histoplasmosis (otherwise known as 'caver's disease'), or being hit by flying molten lava
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