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TIL for Louis C.K.’s comedy tours he trains with boxing coaches. One of whom was Irish Mickey Ward the subject of the movie The Fighter.

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4X146 TIL The name "Puntland" is derived from the Land of Punt mentioned by ancient Egyptian sources. However, the exact location of the fabled territory is still a mystery. Many studies suggest that the Land of Punt was located in Somalia, whereas others propose that it was situated elsewhere
9wXZp TIL that Panda tea was fertilized by Panda manure. When it went on the market in April 2012, it was the world's most expensive tea, with 50 grams (about 16 cups) selling for $3,500, or about $200 a cup.
R7Pd7 Today I learned optimism is 25% inherited
l7pwa TIL, The Netherlands gift Canada 10,000 Tulip bulbs for them to plant in Ottawa as a tradition each year to thank them for protecting the Dutch Royal Family in World War 2 😭😭
a8Enb TIL that Ohio has its own state flag pledge that can be said in schools after the Pledge of Allegiance. The pledge was adopted in 2002 in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the adoption of the state's flag.