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VMJRD TIL that in the the Milky Way Galaxy alone, there are at least 25 billion places where life could exist.
yvdv TIL In 2012, scientists were able to teleport photons 89 miles between two Canary Islands.
b9Lgj TIL of the band Caninus. Heavy Metal band with real dogs on vocals.
KOEyw TIL Japanese dragons have 3 toes, whereas Chinese dragons have 4-5. The Japanese believe this is because dragons come from japan, and the further they travelled, the more toes they gained
xVbe7 TIL that before a key battle in Alexander the Great's campaign in Persia, the Persian king offered Alexander generous terms for peace. One of Alexander's generals is said to have remarked: "I would accept the terms, if I were you". Alexander responded: "So would I, if I were you". He won.