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TIL Flowers get a “buzz” from visiting bumblebees by releasing more of their perfume in response to an electrical charge generated by the pollinating insects.

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16GP8 TIL A Lot of the movie "Elf" Was Actually Shot in Closed Down Mental Institution
dD0oB TIL Traditional Moroccan sinks, bathtubs, water vessels, and many interior surfaces are literally made out of soap scum—the traditional soap-treated lime plaster “Tadelakt” is formulated for its water repellent properties and contains the same compounds as soap scum (Ca stearate, Mg stearate, etc).
Qwja TIL: Delayed cord clamping (which really should be normal cord clamping, since immediate cutting is a premature act) offers some massive health benefits to your baby, but many doctors and hospitals are yet to implement delayed cord clamping as standard practice as they just don’t want to wait
wR8E TIL During WW2, the German Army planted the Nazi flag on the highest mountain in Europe, Mt. Elbrus. When Hitler was told, he was so furious about the “frivolous achievement” that he threatened to court martial the General who ordered the feat.
7rQD7 TIL Monster sells canned water so entertainers/athletes don't guzzle sugar/caffeine all day.