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TIL that the creators of Dragon Tales added a third kid named Enrique to the series in the third season, in an effort to educate preschoolers mildly in Hispanic culture

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Z8Prp TIL Marilyn Manson claims the Columbine Massacre destroyed his career. He was blamed for one of the worst shootings in US history.
8aGOK TIL that in 2007, Scotland spent six months of research and £ 125,000 to create a new slogan that would boost tourism. They came up with "Welcome to Scotland".
oRkNL TIL writer James Clavell was captured on Java in 1942 and sent to a Japanese POW camp, where he was feed a quarter of a pound (110 g) of rice per day, one egg per week and occasional vegetables.
5yPk TIL that while filming ‘Seven’ Brad Pitt slipped and drove his arm through a windshield. The resulting injury was so bad that he had to wear a cast, which was written into the script. For scenes that took place before the chase, he had to conceal his arm.
mxmyo TIL that new drivers in B.C., Canada have to display a sticker on their car with the letter "N" on it (for "New" Driver) for at least 18-24 months.