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TIL that there is a belief system called Christian Atheism, where one follows the teachings of Jesus, while not believing him to be the son of God.

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yQvdM TIL that in 2001, over half a tonne of 80% pure cocaine washed up on a Portuguese island, drastically changing the island, with the effects being felt to this day.
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R7bYa TIL Snake Eyes, one of the 16 original G.I. Joe action figures, was designed to save Hasbro money. As a ninja, the character was completely molded from black plastic, even given a mask to prevent detailing a face. The figure wasn't even painted, but became one of the most popular G.I. Joe figures.
R5MPl TIL Neapolitan ice cream was invented in Prussia.
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