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TIL In Russia, it is illegal to tell kids that gay people exist

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neO6W TIL about Marcus Licinius Crassus, an ancient Roman who was the richest man in his time in history. He gained his wealth largely through slaves, politics, and real estate. In mockery of his greed, melted gold was poured in his mouth after his death.
69AnY TIL that when Heythrop College in London closed in 2019, it was the first significant UK higher education institution to close permanently since the University of Northampton in 1265.
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