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TIL That in 1990, China's GDP per capita (318 USD) was smaller than that of India (363 USD) & Pakistan (371 USD).

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woY5o TIL during ww2 acclaimed tv Chef Julia Child was on the team that invented shark repellent to keep sharks away from sea mines intended for German U- Boats. This marked Child's first foray into the world of cooking.
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