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TIL that Arsenal Football Club, Los Angeles Rams, Denver Broncos, and the Colorado Avalanche are all owned by Walmart

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jw7p TIL scientists are excavating the ruins of a major civilization which predates both the pyramids and Stonehenge by over 7,000 years. In 15 years they have uncovered only about 5% of the site.
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g5yL TIL that exercising makes you both more productive and happier for the day that you exercise. It affects your brain function and memory, and the positive effect lasts for the entire day.
epZL TIL a New York criminologist designed the ‘Truth Chamber’, It was covered in mirrors so the suspect was forced to stare at countless reflections of himself, the interrogating officers could adjust the color of the lighting to make the suspect appear “worn and haggard” and give a confession.
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