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TIL: Individuals born blind have a significantly lower risk of developing schizophrenia compared to those who lose their sight later in life.

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oVBK TIL The Smashing Pumpkins donated 100% of ticket sales for the ‘Adore’ tour in 1998 to local charities for each show, totaling $2.8 million
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