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TIL that after hitting his head in the shallow end of a swimming pool, a man awoke with the condition known as acquired musical savant syndrome. He had become a great pianist without ever learning to play.

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bV74 TIL “SOS” does not actually stand for anything; “save our souls” or “save our ships” are just simply misinterpreted backronyms. SOS was simply chosen for its convenient communication.
ZpxeD TIL that Eric Clapton used very thin strings back in the 60's so they were easy to bend. He therefore broke strings every evening and would spend time between songs changing and tuning to the slow hand clap of the adoring audience. Hence his nickname: Eric SLOWHAND CLAPton
Jxm8 TIL the term “waffle” (meaning blather or to be indecisive) is not based on the food. It actually comes “waff” which is the 17th century version of “woof,” - the implication being the speaker’s words have as much meaning as a dog barking.
4K05 TIL in the Netherlands, citizens with disabilities receive public money to pay for sexual services up to 12 times a year
Yeb7 TIL that unknown to any cast and crew, the Water Buffalo Jack Black’s character rides in Tropic Thunder was pregnant during filming. It gave birth during production and was named “Little Jack”.