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TIL that cousin marriage is quite common around the world. About 10% of the world’s families are headed by couples who are second cousins or closer, and that the genetic risks and taboo — especially in the US — of marrying a cousin are generally blown way out of proportion.

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lJK7 TIL There is a man in Paris who invites complete strangers to his house for a dinner party each week. He has been doing this for 30+ years!
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