Post * GAN64 — Curious Curator

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TIL that E=mc^2 is not the full Einstein's equation and it only works for objects that aren't moving

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d8Ed7 TIL: Pirates were generally considered by the English government to be reserve naval forces, and were sometimes given active encouragement such as knighthoods. Royal pardons were regularly issued and the public's opinion of pirates was often favorable, some considering them akin to patrons.

Y7mnP TIL famous American journalist Webb Miller mysteriously died after falling from a train in London after covering a debate in the House of Commons on May 7, 1940.

wLpBY TIL that meteors blasting through earth's atmosphere can be used for long distance radio communications

9wPeM TIL the glass doors on a wood fireplace are supposed to be open when a fire is going

Yp4Zv TIL despite being described in ancient texts as foreign invaders and barbarians; the Hyksos were born in Egypt, had lived there for centuries, practiced international diplomacy, were culturally diverse, and greatly contributed to Egyptian culture. They even introduced the iconic horse and chariot.