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TIL the modern men’s suit was first adopted by rulers, not businessmen, at the behest of Beau Brummell, a close confidant of George IV.

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nRAY TIL That due to poor accounting practices and software, the Department of Defense loses billions of dollars on financial transactions between federal agencies.
gMVoy TIL Orthodontic wax can be used to fill a cavity while you wait for a dentist's appointment.
6EYPZ TIL there is such a thing as fried Coca Cola
rRBOw TIL Emirates Airlines had an exclusive terminal in Dubai airport, which was the largest building in the world when opened in 2008. It's still worlds largest airport terminal.