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TIL in 1969, concert promoter Bill Graham was asked to help organize the Woodstock Festival. He agreed under one condition: that Santana would be included in the lineup. After Bill persisted, Santana was given a 45-min set on Aug 16 for $2,500. The performance launched Santana to international fame.

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9YYLD TIL J.J. Abrams' based the character of Maz Kanata in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" on his late high school English teacher, Rose Gilbert.
M0JB TIL that French schools are banned from serving ketchup with French foods.
kNae TIL USA is the ONLY developed country that provide no type of financial assistance to new parents.
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Me7x0 TIL: The Bindi, the red dot worn on the center of the forehead, can be made of various materials, including lac (insect secretions), ground saffron, mica, kumkum (made of red turmeric) and sindoor. Those experienced can apply the perfect circle by hand, while beginners use annular disc aids.