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TIL: New York had a secret CIA base disguised as a ‘different Federal institution’. It was in the World Trade Centre tower 7 that fell on 9/11

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691yl TIL John Von Neumann worked on the first atomic bomb and the first computer, came up with the formulas for quantum mechanics, described genetic self-replication before the discovery of DNA, and founded the field of game theory, among other things. He has often been called the smartest man ever.
9QKM TIL Saudi Arabia is working to reverse decades of favoring religious over scientific studies in schools and universities. The country is pouring billions into improving science curricula, endowing new research-oriented universities and establishing scientific agencies.
XeEE TIL the Qur'an states that the teachings of Islam are not meant solely for humans. They are also meant for the “Jinn,” which are supernatural spirits made of “smokeless flame” that inhabit a parallel universe.
nWxdo TIL even though the group The Supremes is commonly known as "Diana Ross & The Supremes", they were only known as that between 67-70. Many of their popular songs were recorded before then. Someday We'll Be Together (61), Stop! In the Name of Love (65), You Can't Hurry Love (66) as examples.
9YQem TIL The Queen of England's last name is technically Mountbatten-Windsor, Although senior titled members of the royal family do not usually use a surname.