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TIL hieroglyphs were quite colorful, and each color used had symbolic meaning

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P11vJ TIL that the mistletoe plant, a parasite, is the only multicellular organism that does not have a functioning electron transport chain, i.e. it cannot create useful energy for itself
4kNJX TIL of Pseudocyesis, also known as false pregnancy, where a person can have all symptoms of being pregnant, including perceiving fetal movements, without actually carrying a baby. It is assumed to be due to hormonal imbalances and psychological factors.
JYxVj TIL of Jenny Wade, she was the only civilian casualty of The Battle of Gettysburg. Between 46,000 and 51,000 soldiers from both armies were casualties in the 3 day battle, the most costly in US history. Wade was killed by a stray bullet while kneading dough in her kitchen.
8e6lK TIL: BBC interviewed a man who married a fictional girl. In 2019, 12% of people in Japan reported falling in love with anime/game characters. According to Sociologist Masahiro Yamada, the rise in pseudo relationships is due to hard work life and a dwindling pool of well paid men.
oBkKL TIL Little Caesar's makes only $.90 profit per $5 pizza. $3.50 goes to the ingredients and packaging while 60 cents for rent, labor and utilities.