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TIL: Loneliness is a greater public health hazard than obesity

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mrQo TIL in 1971, a woman petitioned a Judge for permission to sterilize her “somewhat retarded” daughter. Without a hearing, evidence, or representation for the daughter, the judge granted permission. The daughter later tried to sue the judge, but the Supreme Court voted 5-3 to grant the judge immunity.
7rELP TIL that the term Soap Opera originated with radio dramas that were sponsored by soap manufacturers.
LDlr TIL that after Kanye West interrupted Tayor Swift, Comedy Central played South Park’s ‘Fishsticks’ episode on repeat for 2 hours.
ap09 TIL cows have best friends and become sad when they are separated
ADgAg TIL there's strong evidence that chewing gum improves working memory, episodic memory and speed of perception. Why this is the case is not understood.