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TIL there are radiotrophic fungi, which perform radiosynthesis, or, in other words, use the pigment melanin to convert gamma radiation into chemical energy for growth

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xdAb TIL there are cell phones specifically designed to hide in your butt
D1W0v TIL about Logorrhea, a communication disorder that causes excessive wordiness and repetitiveness, which can cause incoherency. This disorder is also known as press speech. Sometimes classified as a mental illness, though it is more commonly classified as a symptom of mental illness or brain injury.
DQ1pg TIL: Weird Al does not accept song parody suggestions for legal and personal reasons.
78wRM TIL the modern banjo is derived from a mix of West African skin instruments and European neck & string instruments. It was first recorded as being used by Caribbean slaves in the 17th century.
GDn1 TIL - A jury in the United States is legally allowed to vote ‘not guilty’ if they feel the law is unjust. This is known as jury nullification.