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TIL that once a year the Jindo Sea parts, revealing a pathway between two islands in South Korea

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neOpW TIL that afternoon tea was introduced by Anna Maria, Duchess of Bedford in the 19th century. It was common those days to have only two meals, breakfast and dinner. After complaining of a “sinking feeling” around 4pm, Anna started ordering a tray of tea, bread and butter, and cake to her room.
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