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TIL that Herodotus, also known as “The Father of History”, was accused by a fellow historian, Thucydides, of making up stories for entertainment. Today, modern Historians and Archaeologists have confirmed most of what he wrote in “Histories”, to be factual.

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QJmp9 TIL "Snakes and Ladders" originated in Ancient India, its main purpose was to teach morals and lessons about karma in a way that young children would understand and remember. The ladders signify good deeds while the snakes represent all the evil we do
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1lBW TIL Mama June (Honey Boo Boo’s Mom) rather than spending the money made from “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” has placed it in a trust fund for the education of her daughters and granddaughter.
Wknnd TIL Apollo astronauts did not have a space toilet. They had a plastic bag with an adhesive rim which they stuck to themselves. After relieving themselves, they had to add disinfectant to the bag and knead it by hand until thoroughly mixed.