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TIL Woody Harrelson's father was a professional hitman who died in prison after assassinating a federal judge.

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1a6aD TIL that Hell's Angels sued Disney over using their logo in the movie "Wild Hogs" in 2006
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a8nBL TIL That There Were American Bison Living in Florida Before European Incursion
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