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TIL: When Hunter S. Thompson died, his ashes were fired out of a cannon by Johnny Depp to the tune of “Mr. Tambourine Man” by Bob Dylan

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v14x8 TIL that Paul McCartney performed “Back in The USSR” in Red Square, Moscow.
4X146 TIL The name "Puntland" is derived from the Land of Punt mentioned by ancient Egyptian sources. However, the exact location of the fabled territory is still a mystery. Many studies suggest that the Land of Punt was located in Somalia, whereas others propose that it was situated elsewhere
pQDN TIL in the US, “hamburger” is a protected term that cannot include water, phosphates, extenders, or binders. “Beef patties” can, however. Pay attention next time you see pre-made, frozen “beef patties” at the supermarket.
xdv5 TIL the Big Bang Theory was originated by a Belgian Catholic priest, Georges Lemaitre.
MeeLb TIL In 1992, Althea Garrison (R) was the first transgender person to be elected to a state legislature in the United States, but did not campaign as an openly transgender person during her race.