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TIL that a shortage of sand has created a Sand Mafia in India, employing 35 million people and generating $126bn annually.

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6El4X TIL one day after the sudden death of MLB pitcher Jose Fernandez, the Marlins all wore his jersey and even hit a home run after his field tribute. This is considered by many to be one of the most emotional moments in baseball history.
jmGn TIL the marsh mallow was a delicacy in ancient Rome and Egypt. By the 1800s, confectioners were making small batches of candy with mallow, sugar, and egg whites. Mass production was made possible by using gelatin and corn starch instead.
Y7eM7 TIL Nellie Bly a female reporter attempted to recreate the famous novel "Around The World In 80 Days". Not only did she complete it with eight days to spare, she made a detour to interview Jules Verne, the original author.
b9rEE TIL some flutes found in Germany are the oldest musical instruments known
leZG TIL that speaking Kurdish in public was illegal in Turkey in the 90s