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jDNN TIL The Swastika is considered to be a sacred and auspicious symbol in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism and dates back at least 11,000 years.
PYm1e TIL that the Sahara Desert was once green 5000-11000 years ago due to Earth's orbital movement as it created the Humid period, which lasted a few centuries.
EwVx TIL that in the history of Ireland’s inventions, there’s a 300-year gap after the invention of whiskey.
6dnQ TIL that the president’s feces are collected when they’re not using the restrooms at the white house because foreign agents can analyze it for drugs, medications, and illnesses.
x68Y5 TIL that the Canadian preschool show Wimzie's House got sued by The Jim Henson Company for copyright and trademark infringement.