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TIL Jesus’ foreskin is supposed to have magic powers.

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dDAx7 TIL The famous "rods from god" concept of a space-based weapons system of orbiting tungsten rods was developed by science fiction writer Jerry Pournelle.
W71LY TIL that the filming of The Wizard of Oz had a surprising number of health-hazards. For example, asbestos flakes were used to make snow. Margaret Hamilton was burned. Judy Garland was given amphetamines.
vPvj7 TIL that the country Singapore was named by a Tamil Indian king in the 11th century, and is an amalgam of the words "Singh" and "pura" meaning "Lion City"
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