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TIL Isaac Newton created the modern color wheel

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16ZLW TIL that In 1964, Yoko Ono staged "Cut Piece," a provocative performance where she sat on a stage, urging the audience to approach and cut her clothing, gradually shedding it. The remnants were given to viewers, symbolising a profound connection between performer and audience.
RjZ4 TIL In 1960 a terrorist armed with a bomb tried to hijack Trans Australia Flight 408. The co-pilot punched him in the face and ripped the wires from the bomb saving all 49 passengers.
PYerV TIL it took 49 years to publish the first authoritative English dictionary. It took five years to publish the first part, A to Ant.
gMDgD TIL that Tournai is the only Belgian city to be ruled by England. It was under English control from 1513 to 1519.
x6EP7 TIL: The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) not only issues ratings to video games based on their content, but also enforces advertising guidelines adopted by the video game industry