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TIL that it was illegal in Soviet Union to not have a job

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VM0oB TIL it costs more to renounce U.S. Citizenship ($2,350) than applying to gain it ($725). Renouncing citizenship was free before 2010. A fee was imposed due to the increase in recent years.
8BYa TIL on Feburary 27, 1717 a series of massive snowstorms began in New England. A week later, 95% of the deer population had died and many single-story homes were completely buried.
97yG TIL Paul McCartney is the only musician to have number one singles as a solo artist, as part as a duo, a trio, a quartet, a quintet, and a sextet.
OoGmg TIL Bedbugs were almost eradicated but are on the rise in the United States.
EgOkV TIL Michael Sheen is a 'not-for-profit actor' (he donates his earnings to charity) and sold his houses to further fund charitable causes