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TIL that Bolivia recognizes a ceremonial Afro-Bolivian monarchy with powers similar to those of a traditional king, which does not interfere with the system of the Presidential republic in force within the country.

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ynMw TIL that in Italy, pizza was generally looked down upon until it was redeveloped by Italian immigrants in the US. The consequent American desire to find the “authentic” product in Italy led to the retroactive invention of “authentic” pizza, much to the US tourists’ delight. [PIZZA EFFECT]
Vnop TIL in Abraham Lincoln’s 1846 run for Congress, friend’s gave him $200 to campaign. After winning he handed back $199.25 saying, “my only outlay was 75 cents which some farm hands insisted I should treat to.”
ZpvBY TIL that in the 19th century, a Portuguese writer was imprisoned and disowned for adultery. While in prison, he wrote a book featuring a character who commits similar crimes. After his death, this book made him very famous and a national hero.
DQLBD TIL following the Civil War an estimated one-third to one-half of circulating currency was counterfeit
ZpXav TIL At the height of his fame, Billy Squier's career was abruptly destroyed by the music video for his hit song "Rock Me Tonight." Squier believes its homoeroticism alienated a significant portion of his fanbase.