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TIL Jackie Chan was the inspiration for the creation of Rotten Tomatoes, with Rush Hour being the first official American movie to debut on the site.

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P1WrG TIL in the 50s Disneyland offered fishing on Tom Sawyer Island in an area called Catfish Cove. Guests could borrow a pole and a can of worms to try and catch fish. They offered to clean, ice and store them until close at a restaurant. It was promptly ended after fish were discarded all over the park
AyBx TIL intelligent disobedience occurs when a service animal trained to help a disabled person goes directly against the owner’s instructions in an effort to make a better decision. This behavior is a part of the dog’s training and is central to a service animal’s success on the job.
Z8bBR TIL NGC Magazine in the UK was so tired of people complaining about the low score they gave Star Fox Adventures that they gave away a sticker for pasting over the old score. This way those complaining wouldn't have to look at the low review score. This took the game from 72% up to 98%.
VMlmG TIL Greenland is unable to join FIFA because the harsh weather conditions there make is impossible to grow a grass field. Extreme conditions on the world’s largest island mean football can only be played there for four months of the year.
xOO7 TIL that Converse is owned by Nike. It was acquired out of bankruptcy in 2003