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TIL Mohammed wrote an open letter to Christians that declared their right to self-governance, protection for churches and monasteries, and freedom to practice their religion openly in Muslim controlled areas. Muslims are commanded to follow this until the end of time.

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GYwNQ TIL the US military is developing a plane capable of Mach 6 (4,600 mph) to succeed the now-retired SR-71 Blackbird, which flew at Mach 2.8. This new plane, the SR-72, is unmanned, will perform surveillance and reconnaisance, and a protoype will fly in 2025 before entering service in 2030.
xwd5 TIL that Subaru once found its brand was well accepted amongst lesbians and embraced the idea
R7xk6 TIL of Roar, a 1981 wildlife film infamous for its troubled production. Over 70 cast and crew were injured, 15 lions and tigers escaped, 3 had to be shot, and $3 million worth of sets and equipment were destroyed when a dam collapsed
VMgVm TIL Nigeria drinks more Guinness beer than any other country.
v1P5r TIL: That up to 42 Survivors of the USS Arizona have decided to have their ashes interred inside the wreckage. Only survivors are permitted this honor.