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TIL that at the peak of its popularity, Top Gear had a waiting list of 21 years for tickets

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KOwxa Popcorn is truly ancient. Archaeologists have uncovered popcorn kernels that are 4,000 years old. They were so well-preserved, they could still pop. In 2012, scientists discovered popcorn cobs that were grown even earlier — more than 6,000 years ago.
XEGvk TIL that studies have found a correlation that suggests that people with musical training tend to be more successful when learning foreign languages
rN1ye TIL the construction crews on the Golden Gate Bridge were forced to wear their safety equipment under threat of dismissal. (For the first time in history) They also used other safety equipment and procedures to reduce fatalities on the job.
N7nj1 TIL Greek Philosopher Plato was a wrestler in his youth, and that Plato is believed to be his wrestling name.
wowE8 TIL about the story of the indian woman Shatarupa, who was the first woman that creator god Brahma created according to hindu mythology. Brahma was so infatuated with her that he grew 5 heads from every direction.