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TIL Fanny Cochrane Smith was the last fluent Tasmanian speaker; she also recorded the only known audio recordings of Tasmanian music, which you can hear on Wikipedia.

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KYXR4 TIL that the island of crete briefly was an islamic emirate in the 8th to 9th century called the emirate of crete, formed by Andalusian exiles(spanish muslims).The emirate was known for pirate activities until it was reconquered by the Byzantine empire.
0doLR TIL about Bruno Kastner, one of the most popular actors in Germany’s silent film era. His career ended with the advent of sound as audiences discovered he spoke with a stutter. Less than two years after his sound film debut, he took his own life at the age of 42.
OWk4 TIL that Teller started the practice of being silent during performances to avoid being heckled at frats while in college.
epwMJ TIL Phil Collins can beatbox
Lk8lv TIL that A1 Steak Sauce was invented 200 years ago by King George IV’s private chef, and is older than solid chocolate