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TIL that Aussies are responsible for the 8 hour work day. In 1856, Australian stonemasons took action to ensure a standard of 8-hour working days, which then became recognised worldwide.

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yVyvl TIL that Brooke Greenberg, who died in 2013, was the only person in the world with ‘Syndrome X’, which made her remain physically and cognitively similar to a 1 year old, despite being 20 years old at the time of her death.
8aEoV TIL of Ferdinand Waldo Demara. A professional imposter who posed as a surgeon aboard a Canadian Navy vessel. When needed, he quickly studied a textbook in his room, operated, and saved sixteen people. After being exposed he was acquitted of any charge and sent back to the U.S.
Brlmy TIL that the Queen of Englands reign has seen 12 American presidents in office and she’s met all of them, except for one.
wLy9W TIL that the coronavirus has already cost the Corona beer manufacturer £132 million in lost revenue.
epR84 TIL about Parabeavers. During beaver relocation it was found that air dropping them in a special box was the best way to lower mortality during relocation