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TIL black people actually ARE much less likely to tip.

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jN7nN TIL of Kenny, a mutated gene that is named after Kenny McCormick from South Park, which causes adult flies to die within two days after they are infected with certain bacteria.
7r7Wb TIL a 1997 study found that the action of drinking is more thirst quenching than being rehydrated through a nasogastric tube. This is because the physical sensation of drinking tells the brain that you are rehydrating.
Lk5gV TIL A guy modified his Prius to run off the overhead power lines meant for city buses
GYNrN TIL that milk will spoil twice as fast for every 18 degrees Fahrenheit that its temperature rises; if it’s kept at the correct temperature, it should stay good for about 5 days past the best-by date.
OJoL TIL that before the advent of elevators, the wealthiest people would live on the lowest floors. The higher the floor, the poorer the tenants.