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TIL Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra had matching pinkie rings Frank had made for them. Dean never took his off.

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vPMbR TIL why geese often seem fearless and aggressive towards humans. It's not just random meanness – they lose their natural wariness due to habituation (getting used to us) and fiercely defend their territory, especially when nesting
nOWr TIL that the town of Marble Bar, Australia. Holds the world record of most consecutive days of 100 °F (37.8 °C) or above.
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