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TIL that grain dust can cause explosions.

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xVa07 TIL that the word “quarantine” comes from the 40-day period, or “quaranti giorni,” that ships were required to wait outside of the port Venice, Italy during the time of the Black Death (1346-53).
jP0Q TIL that Beer & vaginas almost have the same acidity levels – with an average pH of 4.5.
wLP6M TIL: Grand Theft Auto V broke industry sales records and became the fastest-selling entertainment product in history, earning $800 million in its first day and $1 billion in its first three days.
Oo86R TIL that dogs will lick for a variety of reasons, which depend on the situation at hand: including, as expert, Dr. Calore, points out, when it licks the vet: it is not showing affection, but it is trying to communicate with them, asking them not to hurt her!
rROY0 TIL of Yosuke the lost African grey parrot who was reunited with his owners after reciting their full address and his name to the veterinarian who found him. "I'm Mr. Yosuke Nakamura," the bird told the veterinarian.