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TIL that in Germany flying insects have declined by 76% in 26 years.

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rNl1M TIL Mount Erebus is a continually active volcano in Antarctica, and it has an exposed lava lake that is nearly half a kilometer in diameter.
b6grp TIL The Ottoman Empire never recognized the partition of Poland in the 18th century. Even after the partition, the Ottoman chef de protocol would continue to ostentatiously ask “Where is the deputy from Lehistan (Poland)?” to the annoyance of the diplomats from the partitioning states.
KOOra TIL that a sequel to Freddy vs Jason was planned, with Ash Williams from Evil Dead killing Freddy off once and for all. The project was scrapped for several reasons, namely creative differences and New Line being hesitant to kill off Freddy for good.
oBDro TIL There is a strong correlation between spending less on wedding and/or ring and lower divorce rates
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