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TIL Mozart can reduce seizure frequency in people with epilepsy

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NDa6 TIL the White Castle burger chain was founded at a time when Americans were avoiding ground beef, after the scandal of dirty meat packing plants in “The Jungle”. The founders used white porcelain and steel extensively in their restaurant design to convey the impression of cleanliness.
pYePQ TIL that KangaROOS sneakers, originally produced in 1979, were designed by Bob Gamm, an architect and jogging enthusiast who wanted a place to store his keys and money while running but preferred light clothing without pockets. Because of this, he designed the sneakers to have a zippered pocket.
LQmBv TIL that the tombs of over 100 Roman Catholic Popes have been lost, including many whose tombs were destroyed during renovations of St. Peter's Basilica.
N76yP TIL that Samsung has a hypnosis thing called "Unspoil me" that are supposed to let you experience your favorite TV Series as if it was the first time.
wDeY TIL chopping wood increases testosterone production by 46.8 percent, as much as 17 percent higher than soccer and other studied competitive sports.