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TIL Rubber ducks naturally inspire water play that develops muscle strength and coordination. With their bright color, smooth texture, and (for some) squeaky or quacky sounds, rubber ducks sharpen toddlers’ senses

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PYjEZ TIL about General John C. Pemberton, the Confederate General at Vicksburg who was born in Pennsylvania and whose younger brothers fought for the Union. Pemberton fought for the Confederacy due to the influence of his wife, who was a Virginian
9YM9Q TIL in 2001, on a flight to Kenya, the pilot passed out at the controls of his private plane, Rowan Atkinson took control of the Cessna 202 aircraft - saving the lives of his wife and two children. The pilot eventually came to, after several slaps by Atkinson, and managed to land the plane safely
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