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TIL that a concussion doesn’t always cause unconsciousness. Most people never pass out. They may describe seeing all white, all black, or stars.

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QNDBe TIL that the Chinese mile is much shorter than the standard mile used everywhere else (esp. US and UK)
4a4g TIL A 2007 poll ranked poutine as the greatest Canadian invention, ahead of the election microscope
YpoJZ TIL that before they were worn for fashion, high heels were worn in the 1700's by arrow-shooting cavalry, who stood up on galloping horses, to remain safely on their horse.
W7gMd TIL that Bermuda grass is not native to the island of Bermuda, but is considered an invasive species there.
v1v4 TIL George W. Bush initiated an emergency response to the AIDS epidemic in Southern Africa which saved at least 1.1 millions lives and reduced death rates by up to 10%