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TIL 88% of the world’s population lives in the Northern Hemisphere

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EdMV TIL The Atlantic ran an essay in 1939 titled “I Married A Jew.” The author complained her Jewish husband was “clannish” and too tough on Hitler. “100 years hence the world will no more call Hitler a swine for expelling the Jews”
4XdbX TIL That some Amish communities willingly participate in studies of genetic diseases, as they have unique genetics due to the enclosed nature of their order. Their extensive family histories are useful to researchers investigating diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and macular degeneration.
eXKb TIL that Porphyria, a collection of diseases where symptoms include severe sun sensitivity, prominent canine teeth and peculiar behaviour, is thought to be the basis of the vampire legend – especially as symptoms are worsened by garlic.
LKX0 TIL that there was once a breed called the Turnspit Dog, also known as the Kitchen Dog or Cooking Dog. They were bred to help in kitchens by turning a wheel that ensured that meat was cooked evenly. The breed is now extinct.
N1dP TIL casinos can use a product called Angel Eye: to prevent players from switching cards every card is scanned as it is dealt. If a player turns up a card they weren’t dealt casino security is notified.