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    Iceland Has the Most Books Published per Person per Year in the World
    In Iceland, more books are published and sold per person every year than anywhere else in the world. Ten percent of Icelanders become a published author in their lifetime.
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    Science of Batman
    Science of Batman
    The University of Victoria offers a course in the science of Batman.
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    There’s a Swedish power metal band called “Sabaton” who teach history through their music, including an album devoted to teaching about World War Two.
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    In the U.S. the typical school year is 180 days long. In China, the typical school year is 251 days.
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    Doctoral Sword
    Doctoral Sword
    In Finland, you are given a top hat and a sword when you get a PhD diploma.
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    Napping After Learning
    Napping After Learning
    Taking a nap after learning something can help your retention of it.
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    According to a 2011 poll, 32% of Russians believe that the Sun orbits Earth.
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    Harvard earns enough money from interest on its endowment that it could offer free tuition to every student and still profit.
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