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TIL that some of James Cook's maps were still in use until the mid-20th century due to their remarkable accuracy and continued relevance after 200 years

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j8EN TIL that in 1987, there were only 22 California Condors left on the planet. All of them were caught to help preserve the species, and now there are 435 birds, 237 of which are in the wild.
oOV8 TIL that the U.N. has appointed an official ambassador of earth to greet ETs in case of contact
v6MD TIL both North Korea and Cuba vehemently denounced the September 11th Attacks, despite their previous hostilities towards the U.S.
9YVe7 TIL the song "Monster Mash" was banned on airplay by the BBC because it was "too morbid."
pMQA TIL The Easter Bunny originated among German Lutherans in 1682 and originally played the role of a judge, evaluating whether children were good or disobedient in behavior at the start of the season of Eastertide. He then would proceed with bringing colored eggs for the children.