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TIL Denim blue fabric (jeans) originated in the 17th century in Europe as a blend of French technology and Italian craftsmanship.

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d0P7 TIL there are more smokers in China than there are people in the US.
Z89pB TIL that the then-fugitive millionaire Robert Durst was arrested in 2001 for shoplifting a $5 sandwich, even though he had $500 of cash in his pockets.
QJM1p TIL that all three Axis Powers, Germany, Japan, and Italy, were each supposed to host the 1936, 1940, and 1944 Winter Olympics respectively. Only Germany got the chance as both Japan and Italy’s Olympic opportunity were canceled due to the Second World War.
b9YRE TIL that Zootopia is the only movie with no human characters to make $1 billion worldwide in ticket sales.
J1aYm TIL Most vinegar you get on your food in fish and chip shops in the UK is fake vinegar. It isn't legally vinegar and can't legally be called vinegar. It is technically a non brewed condiment. Due to being fake vinegar, its actually accidentally halal and vegan friendly