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TIL There was a fake US embassy discovered and shut down in Ghana in 2016. I guess also, TIL that there is such things as fake US Embassies.

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oNjo TIL Bob Dylan twice tried to sneak into tapings of American Idol with a fake beard, but was recognized both times by Paula Abdul.
YngZ TIL Donnie from The Wild Thornberrys was voiced by Flea from The Red Hot Chili Peppers.
v1187 Turns out, our ancient ancestors' consumption of fermented fruits created a genetic mutation that be the cause of alcoholism in people today.
aw4ZJ TIL 9 year old Rachel Beckwith started a $300 fundraiser for clean water. She asked friends and family to donate $9 instead of B-day presents. She only raised $220, and sadly died in a car accident soon after. Her story spread, her $220 grew to $1.2 million, providing clean water to 37,770 people.