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TIL that the movie Independence Day still holds the record for most miniature models to appear in one film. Approximately 95% of the movie's special effects were shot using miniatures and due to the advances in digital technology this record may stand forever.

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9wl4G TIL of the Central Pangean Mountains - at its greatest elevation was comparable to the Himalayas. It's remnants include the Appalachians mountains in North America, Atlas range in Africa and the Caledonites in Europe.
nedmd TIL fish can breathe air outside water but only die when their gills collapse or get too dry.
JbDl TIL Kobe beef was not legally exported out of Japan until January of 2012. If you ate Japanese Kobe Beef outside of Japan before this date, you were duped.
MeR7a TIL Cats that have saggy bellies aren't just fat. It's called the 'Primordial Pouch' and helps protect them during fights by allowing them to move easier when running and jumping.
yQYbX TIL that Christina Aguilera was heavily criticized by Aaron Lewis, the lead vocalist of Staind, for singing the wrong lyrics when performing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the World Series. Three years later, Lewis made the same mistake when he performed the anthem at the same event.