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TIL that bricks of tea were used as currency in ancient China, Tibet, and Central Asia.

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W1XX TIL that gray whales mating ritual involves a third “male escort” whale courting the female. Although the male escort equally vies for her attention, there is absolutely no aggression between the males. The birthing ritual, on the other hand, involves a second female whale assisting the mother.
6EWRX TIL the same deep-voiced voice actor who sang "You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch" was also the original voice of Tony The Tiger
nW7aP TIL that when the Martini originated a century ago, the ratio of gin to vermouth was 2:1. Today the typical ratio is 6:1 or higher
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