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TIL Glyphosate exposure appears to have negative effects on tight junction proteins and intestinal barrier function AKA "Leaky Gut" - More evidence of the non-target effects of Roundup on the mammalian gut microbiome.

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bD6p TIL that in 2006, the BBC accidentally filmed a live TV interview with a job applicant due to a waiting room mix-up.
VQxp TIL that in order to preserve the state’s natural beauty, billboards are completely banned in the state of Vermont and have been for over 45 years.
XEadR TIL squirrels can survive a fall from any height
VMaZp TIL a study found people can accurately gauge the intelligence of men, but not women, by viewing their faces. Both men and women were able to accurately evaluate the intelligence of men by viewing facial photographs, but with women, no relationship between perceived intelligence and IQ was found.
7r4lx TIL In spite of the US Constitution's "no religious test" clause, eight states have language in their constitutions either requiring state officeholders to have particular religious beliefs or specifically protecting those who do. The language condoning religious tests is allegedly unenforceable.