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TIL: You are less likely to die during an economic depression. This is mostly attributed to cleaner air, reduced traffic, and fewer dollars spent on vices like tobacco and alcohol.

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978G TIL archeologists in Bulgaria uncovered a grave of a 13th century staked “vampire”. At the time of the man’s death, vampires were perceived as a real threat in many Eastern European communities.
yyjl TIL you can sail in any direction relative to the wind at speeds faster than the wind.
R7M67 TIL SpongeBob SquarePants creator Stephen Hillenburg majored in marine sciences at Humboldt State University and minored in art. He loved both subjects but his real passion was art, he chose marine science because he thought it would be hard to make a living doing art alone.
4XApo TIL about the failed assassination attempt on Andrew Jackson. Following a congressional funeral, the assailant attempted to shoot him, however his pistol misfired. He then pulled out a second loaded pistol, it too misfired. Jackson responded by clubbing the man with his walking cane several times.
xDjk TIL New Zealand has the highest rate of vibrator ownership: 38%.