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TIL that in 1999, a Learjet on autopilot continued flying for over 4 hours after all on board had died due to rapid depressurization. It was carrying the professional golfer Payne Stewart.

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LnY0 TIL before the 1800s, people had “first” and “second sleep”. They would sleep 3-4 hours, wake up for 2-3 hours to do some type of activity, then go back to sleep until morning.
Em5w TIL of the Queen’s Champion. During the coronation banquet, the Champion would ride into Westminster Hall in full armor and await any challenger to the throne. The current Queen’s Champion is a chartered accountant.
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