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TIL The idea of “common sense” comes from the Ancient Greek concept of Nous, the “common sense” humans were believed to have to recognize truth that was distinct from rationality

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DQgrD TIL Deep-sea divers use a mix of 79% helium and 21% oxygen, making their voices squeeky. They need to use pitch control to understandably communicate.
l7oX7 TIL the two interpretations of Enumclaw, Washington is "The Home of Evil Spirits" or "The Thunder God" in Salish and other Native American languages.
9wxD6 TIL that Bruce Gamble was a goalie in the NHL for ten years, but his career ended after he suffered a heart attack during a game. He completed the game and did not complain of problems until afterward. He was admitted to a hospital the next day, where it was found that he had had a heart attack.
xVRgw TIL that the Fourth Amendment (illegal search and seizures) of the US Constitution does not apply in a 100 mile band around all US borders
KYovw TIL pop artist Andy Warhol was a devout Catholic who attended Mass every Sunday, regularly volunteered at soup kitchens, and converted at least one person.