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TIL that the Sega Genesis (Mega Drive) still sells so well in Brazil that a company is making new consoles for the market.

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MeQZV TIL The M1_Abrams was able to run on Jet Fuel, along with diesel, kerosene, and any grade of motor gasoline.
v1oYB TIL: Garth Brooks' only single to not reach #1 (out of 21) was "We Shall Be Free" because of the "controversial" lyrics like: "When the last thing we notice is the color of the skin And the first thing we look for is the beauty within" and "When we're free to love anyone we choose we shall be free."
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