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TIL viruses use compression in their genome

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78k6P TIL that there is a museum dedicated to failure, which showcases failed products and services from around the world to provide visitors a fascinating learning experience.
la1r TIL about J.R.R. Tolkien’s service as a Lieutenant in World War I. He fought in The Battle of the Somme, and it has been suggested that the horrors of trench warfare shaped his later depictions of Mordor in The Lord of the Rings.
JY7Kl TIL Although reapectful of eachother The Mythbusters (Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman) aren't friends and don't get along.
neOpW TIL that afternoon tea was introduced by Anna Maria, Duchess of Bedford in the 19th century. It was common those days to have only two meals, breakfast and dinner. After complaining of a “sinking feeling” around 4pm, Anna started ordering a tray of tea, bread and butter, and cake to her room.
9wQXG TIL something that is RECURRING happens over and over again, at regular intervals. In contrast, something that is REOCCURRING is simply happening again but not always repeatedly.