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TIL 1816 was “The Year Without A Summer.” The dust from a massive volcanic eruption reduced sunlight for months, dropping temperatures and killing crops in North America & Europe. This indirectly led to the development of Mormonism, Frankenstein, and the modern bicycle.

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16b87 TIL the Cocos (Keeling) Islands were once ruled by a Scottish dynasty and considered a micronation. Established in the 19th century, they witnessed unique events, including the settlement of a White Rajah and a population largely brought against their will. Australia bought the islands the 1970s.
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OkE1 TIL rappers Puff Daddy and Heavy D hosted an AIDS benefit in NYC in 1991. Unfortunately, overselling the event led to a stampede in which nine people died.
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