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TIL Bubble wrap is a good window insulator.

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D107v TIL: British Navy officers play Britney Spears songs to scare off Somali pirates. The rationale of playing these songs is because, supposedly, Somali pirates have a strong dislike for western culture and music, which make Britney Spears’ songs a perfect fit to make them move on quickly.
8eXA8 TIL that the original run of “The Jetsons” lasted only one season and 24 episodes before being cancelled for low ratings. It found success in syndication on Saturday mornings, and another 51 episodes were made over 20 years later, from 1985-1987.
ZlQQ TIL In Japan, if someone is photographed or filmed while handcuffed, their hands have to be pixelated if used on TV or in the newspapers.
6EggX TIL 36% of Asians have Alcohol Flush Reaction. They are more probable to get cancer from drinking alcohol as well as it causing more minor symptoms as nausea, headache and discomfort.
loWeB TIL Marion County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation after one of its officers said he suspected someone had taken a bite out of a McChicken sandwich. They concluded that the officer forgot he took a bite of his sandwich.