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TIL Israel made chinese workers sign a "no sex" contract

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v1XRB TIL that the Soviet Union allowed theaters to play The Grapes of Wrath because of its depiction of the plight of the poor under capitalism, but it was later withdrawn because Russian audiences were amazed that even the poorest Americans could afford a car.
oRNGo TIL Scientists study hibernating bears to understand their physiology to improve treatments for osteoporosis, muscle loss (from aging or cancer), diabetes, and/or inducing a near hibernation state for human space travel.
4XpYa TIL Smuckers tried to patent "uncrustables" PB&J sandwiches, to no avail. They resembled ravioli too much.
4kZjw TIL Dulles International Airport Main Terminal, located in Loudoun and Fairfax counties in Dulles, Virginia, US, was once so empty that staff and travelers vastly outnumbered passengers. One source said that "once a visitor could roll a bowling ball from one end without hitting anyone".
wLmP7 TIL that actor George C. Scott was nominated and eventually won the Best Actor Oscar for his role in 'Patton'. He refused to accept the award based on his belief that each performance is unique and actors shouldn't be in competition with each other. He stayed home and slept through the awards show.