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TIL that Aztecs raised Chihuahuas in order to eat them

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leKA TIL that there is a rare species of Deer that have long fangs instead of antlers.
wKlW TIL John Aaron, a NASA flight controller, not only saved Apollo 12 after it was struck by lightning, but also saved the Apollo 13 crew by developing a unique power up sequence to allow a safe reentry.
lLZ1 TIL Scientists have created ‘Aquaman Crystals’ that can absorb oxygen and store it for later use. This discovery can help in underwater breathing and help patients with breathing difficulties. A handful of crystals could pull oxygen from the water/air providing an active supply as required.
v1lB7 TIL some ranchers around Yellowstone National Park are using old heritage breeds of cattle because those breeds are more maternal and defensive of their calves, so they are much more likely to deter predators like bears and wolves.
8ora TIL McDonald’s “Super Sizing” started as a Jurassic Park merchandising tie-in.