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TIL tetanus bacteria releases toxins that block your nerve receptors (mainly in your spinal cord) and cause muscle spasms.

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JY9x8 TIL that as many as 1500 people died in a boiler explosion on the Sultana, a steam powered Mississippi riverboat. Largely forgotten, as Lincoln's assassin was found and killed the previous day, April 26, 1865.
yy4l TIL The human foreskin uniquely contains hormone receptors whose purpose is not yet fully understood but may directly influence the androgen-mediated growth of the penis during puberty
QJRXp TIL the Royal Canadian Mint has manufactured coins for over 70 countries
OoRA6 TIL that Abe Lincoln won the 1860 election while NOT being on the presidential ballot in 10 Southern states.
lMZB TIL Flavor Flav spent $2,600 on cocaine every day for six years