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TIL Magpies in Australia are not related in anyway to Magpies in the rest of the world.

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LQ5BV TIL of Charles Blondin, the world famous tightrope walker that crossed the Niagara Gorge on a 3.25 inch rope while performing various tasks including pushing a wheelbarrow, carrying a man on his back, and making an omelette.
gr9V8 TIL there were 4 empires on which the sun never sets- Hapsburg Empire of Charles V, Spanish Empire of Phillip II, British Empire, and US Imperialism
L8Vp TIL that Galapagos tortoise were delicious, even tastier than pork and chicken, with their oil tasting like butter. They could even survive for an entire year without food or water, making them a dream come true for sailors who had access to fresh meat throughout their voyages.
m116P TIL Claude E. Shannon was the first winner of the Claude E. Shannon Award.
4yEb TIL Refried beans are only fried once