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TIL that Pope Francis is an honorary member of the Harlem Globetrotters!

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Vk7k TIL that the Netherlands are in the process of building “Smart Highways” which will have glow in the dark lane markings, symbols that illuminate the road when adverse conditions appear and an electric priority lane which will charge electric cars as they drive - set to be ready for service mid 2013.
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