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TIL Bald Eagles are so named because “balde” is an Old English word meaning “white.”

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WkRJB A newly funded concept envisions a kilometer-wide radio telescope built inside a crater on the far side of the Moon.
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AAGn TIL prior to season 8 of South Park, Chef is always seen facing the front, even when exiting scenes. This is because for 7 years South Park never drew a side view of Chef.
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