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TIL that only 57 fabergé eggs exist today

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69N07 TIL that the "Founder of Modern Egypt" was actually an Albanian by the name of Mohammad Ali, and he ruled over Egypt, Sudan, The Levant, Mecca, and Medina at the peak of his power within the Ottoman Empire.
oBGaA TIL that people typically overestimate their physical activity levels by an average of 84%, and as much as 173%. This is because they don’t understand what is meant by moderate and vigorous intensity exercise.
kO6r1 TIL that Pythagoras, of Pythagorean Theorem fame was also a cult leader and that his followers were not only vegan but also didn't eat beans because they believed that a part of their soul escaped every time they passed gas.
8egEX TIL tipping was abolished in Switzerland in 1974 after a dispute over taxes on tips. Service is now included in prices, with higher wages replacing tips.
R5Wxa TIL in 1977 singer Bonnie Tyler had an operation to remove vocal cord nodules and was told to rest her voice for six weeks. One day she screamed in frustration causing permanent vocal damage. This lead to her distinctive husky voice which has been a huge asset in her career.