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TIL: jumping spiders exist [disturbing content alert]

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GAKa7 TIL that the Wii sensor bar doesn't communicate with the Wii console at all and is just LED lights powered by a cable
78R9O TIL that sucking in your stomach too much can lead to Hourglass Syndrome, causing breathing issues, neck and back pain, pelvic floor issues, stomach pooch
vpDj TIL that the members of the crew of the Essex, the ship that was sunk by a sperm whale (and inspired “Moby Dick”), were forced to resort to cannibalism to stay alive on their longboats. Toward the end, they drew lots to see who would be killed for the benefit of the others. Only 8 of 20 survived.
ANNK7 TIL a person can be identified not only by fingerprints but also by tongue .
7rbvM TIL According to official figures from the Russian government there are 2 747 997 lakes within the country's borders.