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TIL that Oxford University held a grudge against a man for around 550 years, requiring students to swear an oath to never reconcile with him. They stopped because the university forgot who he was or what he did.

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GYxnj TIL that in 1993, South Africa produced around 619 tons of gold per year, the world’s biggest producer. But by 2018 the country was ranked 9th with only 120 tons produced per year. 1st to 8th: China, Australia, Russia, USA, Canada, Peru, Ghana, Mexico
V0eZ TIL the inventor of the land mine detector - Polish Lieutenant Józef Kosacki - didn’t patent his invention, instead deciding to gift it to the British Army in 1941.
QNrmM TIL That the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Has Offices Around the World and Has Overseas Investments in Companies
6EPRl TIL Animal rescue organisations in the US are placing "unadoptable" cats with businesses as natural pest control. In many cases, this positive socialization leads to the cats becoming affectionate permanent employees of the companies.
YRaP TIL The Samson Option is a hypothetical plan in place by Israel for a massive nuclear strike against its enemies and allies if the entire nation’s existence is threatened.