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TIL chameleons change color to reflect their moods, not for camouflage.

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gMJJ4 TIL 3M invented the chemical PFOS back in 1950, used it in many products such as Teflon, Scotchgard, food warppers, etc., but it is now deemed to be toxic and the substance is now found in blood of animals everywhere from polar bears to dolphins to eagles.
0deRp TIL That in 2015, a New York Exhibition showcased “evidence” detailing an affair between a West German businessman and his secretary during the late 60s. The exhibit included semi-explicit photos and a journal with extensive notes on their physical encounters.
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0W1R TIL that tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world, after water, with more consumed than coffee, soft drinks and alcohol combined.
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