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From Wikipedia's new and recently improved content: ... that solar activity and related events (solar flare pictured) have been recorded since the time of the Babylonians in the 8th century BCE? (TAFI) ... that Ashley Tisdale became the first female artist to have two songs debut at the same time on the US Billboard Hot 100, with "What I've Been Looking For" and "Bop to the Top"? ... that ajaw Itzam K'an Ahk II's reign of Piedras Negras, from 729 to 757 AD, was one marked by hegemony over neighboring kingdoms? ... that the jawbone of Armenian activist Khetcho was shattered by a bullet during a battle? ... that illegal forms of gambling in Manila included jueteng, masiao, and "last two"? ... that despite being injured by a land mine some 3 feet (1 m) away, war dog Rickycontinued to clear the mines from the surrounding area? ... that the Washington State Treasurer must post a $500,000 surety bond before taking office?