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QND0e Today I Learned Saint Nicholas became associated with secret gift-giving to children because it's said he secretly gave a poor family money during the night. The father could not afford a dowry so his three daughters were destined to never marry and become sex workers without St. Nick's help.
rok0 TIL that only 20% of products in outlet stores are overstock from their main counterparts. The rest are made or bought specifically for outlet stores.
egoE TIL German U-Boat 1206 was 8 days into its 1st tour when the Commander had a problem working the new type of toilet. The engineer called to help opened a wrong valve, flooding the battery compartment, causing release of Chlorine gas. Forced to surface, they were quickly spotted & captured by Allies.
5j1B TIL Liam Neeson was training to be a teacher before he punched a student who pulled a knife out on him. He then gave up on his teaching dream and went into acting.