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TIL the Chew Valley Hoard, a cache of 2,584 silver coins dating to the Norman Conquest (1066-1068), sold for $5.6m to become the most valuable treasure ever found in Britain. Discovered by 7 metal detectorists, the coins feature the likeness of Harold II, William the Conqueror & Edward the Confessor

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GYW54 TIL the ribbon that signified the opening of the Sydney Harbour bridge was slashed early by the sword of Captain Francis de Groot, who rode up on a horse and claimed the bridge in the name of “the decent and respectable people of New South Wales”.
b9DPj TIL The “Cinnamon challenge” is dangerous. Cinnamon powder, when inhaled, can cause inflammation and permanent scarring in the lungs, leading to conditions like emphysema and pulmonary fibrosis.
J86l TIL diamond engagement rings only became popular in the 1940’s as a guarantee of compensation in case the suitor cancelled the engagement. This became necessary after states began banning the breach of promise lawsuits that previously accomplished this.
wnp8 TIL from my wife’s Star Trek calendar that the actor James Doohan (Scotty) had a missing right middle finger, which he lost in the WWII invasion of Normandy. Careful camera work meant it was rarely visible in the TV series.
GYDy1 TIL- Boredom is a state of stress