The oldest stone tools found are dated from 2.7 - 2.9 million years ago. The species that made these tools is unknown.
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Although Nostradamus died in the middle of 1566, his 1567 almanac was published because he had the foresight to prepare it before his death.
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Traces of cocaine were found on 99% of UK bank notes in a survey in London in 2000.
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Allegedly, Chrysippus, the Greek philosopher, died of laughter after getting his donkey drunk and watching it try to eat figs.
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Only eight men were killed in the battle of lexington!
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In the great fire of London, in 1666, half of London was burnt down but only 6 people were injured.
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The oldest patented company logo is the red triangle of Bass beers!
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Pineapples were such a status symbol in 18th century England that you could rent one for the evening to take to a party.
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