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TIL of Bolaji Badejo, a Nigerian student, who was the suit performer of the Titular creature in Alien. He was discovered by the casting team at a Soho Pub in London. It was his sole acting credit.

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4XApo TIL about the failed assassination attempt on Andrew Jackson. Following a congressional funeral, the assailant attempted to shoot him, however his pistol misfired. He then pulled out a second loaded pistol, it too misfired. Jackson responded by clubbing the man with his walking cane several times.
jNKmM TIL a Ladybug can travel at speeds of up to 37 MPH for up to two hours at heights of up to 3,600 feet
vPbpK TIL that it is illegal to place the Philippine flag below a framed picture, as it is seen as disrespectful to a national symbol.
8aBo4 TIL During World War II, Steinway & Sons airdropped pianos with large parachutes and complete tuning instructions into the battle for the American troops. Called the Victory Vertical or G.I. Steinways, the pianos were to provide a bit of relaxation. The pianos came in olive, blue, and gray drab.
EPBW TIL that 53% of people in Fiji have no access to safe drinking water, despite the Fiji Water bottling company’s activity there.