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TIL that calls directed to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline rose by 27% after the release of 1-800-273-8255 by American rapper Logic.

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78RGO TIL There was a "War" horse named SGT. Reckless that served in the Korean War. Her decorations include, Purple Heart (1 Gold star), Presidential Unit Citation (1 bronze star), Navy Unit Commendation, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, and multiple Korean service medals.
6947l TIL after property and zoning disputes with his town and neighbors Martin Heemeyer constructed a modified armored bulldozer in secret over the course of 18 months in order to destroy the businesses and homes of those he believed conspired against him
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