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TIL: Honey never spoils. Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still perfectly edible. Honey's natural properties prevent bacteria and microorganisms from growing.

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TIL that the shortest war in history was between Britain and Zanzibar on August 27, 1896. The conflict lasted between 38 and 45 minutes. Zanzibar surrendered after a brief but intense bombardment from British forces, making it the shortest recorded war in history.

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TIL: Honey never spoils. Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still perfectly edible. Honey's natural properties prevent bacteria and microorganisms from growing.	1
TIL that the shortest war in history was between Britain and Zanzibar on August 27, 1896. The conflict lasted between 38 and 45 minutes. Zanzibar surrendered after a brief but intense bombardment from British forces, making it the shortest recorded war in history.	1