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TIL that Nike's slogan, Just Do It, actually originated from Joseph Smith, the founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

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xgvk TIL that there is a 4000 year old clay tablet which is a customer’s letter complaining about sub-standard copper and wanting a refund.
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