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TIL actress Judi Dench is growing a forest on her property in Surrey, England dedicated to loved ones in her life who have passed on. Every time a friend or relative dies, she plants a tree in their honor. She started the tradition after the death of her husband, actor Michael Williams.

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78rOZ TIL that antihistamines (such as Benadryl) are associated with increased weight gain / Dementia / Alzheimer's when used regularly or long term.
nWlWY TIL about the Comanche horse culture. They called them “God Dogs”. They became currency, transportation, means of warfare, food and more. They were so revered that when having intercouse with their wives, warriors would whinny like stallions.
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