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TIL of Central American Stingless Bees that have been cultivated by Mayans for thousands of years. The bees are regarded as pets and their hives hung in and around the home. Some hives have been recorded as lasting over 80 years, being passed down through generations.

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neGQr Today I learned the music video from "Wham - Last Christmas" was remastered in 4k by tracking down the original tapes. Here is a comparison.
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