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How was tea received upon introduction to Europe? Do we have any accounts of people's reactions after drinking their first cup of tea?

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What was the life of Manhattan Project scientists like away from work?

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When did fork, spoon, and knife become the standard Western cutlery trio, and what was used before this?

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Why do Babylon and Zion still show up in popular entertainment?

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Was there a spike in global cigarette consumption during WWII? If so, how was this increased tobacco demand met?

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Can anyone recommend some good books about 1) the history of China and 2) the current Chinese domestic & international political situation?

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Has a saint ever been canonized while still alive?

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Is there any evidence of US or British combat support of Israel during the Six Day War?

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Are there any credible cases of a human death caused by immersion in alcohol?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
How was tea received upon introduction to Europe? Do we have any accounts of people's reactions after drinking their first cup of tea?	14
What was the life of Manhattan Project scientists like away from work?	13
When did fork, spoon, and knife become the standard Western cutlery trio, and what was used before this?	11
Why do Babylon and Zion still show up in popular entertainment?	7
Was there a spike in global cigarette consumption during WWII? If so, how was this increased tobacco demand met?	6
Can anyone recommend some good books about 1) the history of China and 2) the current Chinese domestic & international political situation?	3
Has a saint ever been canonized while still alive?	3
Is there any evidence of US or British combat support of Israel during the Six Day War?	1
Are there any credible cases of a human death caused by immersion in alcohol?	0