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TIL that North Korean college coders beat Stanford University in a 2016 competition

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9B0B TIL the Futurama theorem is a mathematical theorem invented by Futurama writer Ken Keeler, who holds a PhD in applied mathematics. It is the only theorem to be created for the sole purpose of entertainment in a TV show.
WByo TIL the prosthetic make-up Jim Carrey wore for the grinch took about 8 hours to apply. Carrey felt so horribly confined and uncomfortable in the latex skin he needed counseling from a CIA agent who taught him torture-resistance techniques.
0dwEL TIL there is an audiobook of the CIA torture report narrarated by Academy Award winner Helen Mirren
DbWD TIL that even though the fantastic beast movie was set in New York the filming production never left the UK.
d8okZ TIL a Japanese company gives its workers up to 10 paid days of bereavement leave if their favourite "oshi" (idol singer) is retiring or getting married, and up to 3 days for secondary or lower-ranked "oshi". They also fast-track approvals for employees to leave work early for their oshi's concerts