A Norwegian man bought $27 worth of Bitcoin in 2009 and forgot about them for four years when they were worth just under $1 million.
A dog in Milan regularly catches the No. 54 bus by himself…
A dog in Milan regularly catches the No. 54 bus by himself, to visit his favorite spot in the city. He will only get on if it’s the driver that he likes, and once he has reached his destination (a park) he leaps off and wanders around for a few hours before catching the same […]
In 2010, 7-year-old Charlie Simpson made a cycle ride…
In 2010, 7-year-old Charlie Simpson made a cycle ride to raise funds for Haiti earthquake victims. He hoped to raise £500 for the Haiti earthquake relief by cycling 5 miles around a local park, but he eventually raised £145,000 after his efforts touched the hearts of people around the world.
In Cuba, picking up hitchhikers is mandatory for government…
In Cuba, picking up hitchhikers is mandatory for government vehicles, if passenger space is available. Hitchhiking is encouraged, as there are few cars, and designated hitchhiking spots are used. Waiting riders are picked up on a first come first go basis.
In the Soviet Union in 1991, voting “None of the Above” led…
In the Soviet Union in 1991, voting “None of the Above” led to new elections with new candidates, eventually leading to the end of the Soviet Union.
A lawyer tried to settle a civil suit by invoking…
A lawyer tried to settle a civil suit by invoking his right to trial by combat. In New York. In 2015.
Some of the first German Soldiers captured at Normandy on D-Day…
Some of the first German Soldiers captured at Normandy on D-Day were actually Korean. They had been pressed into service by the Japanese, captured by the Soviets, then captured by the Germans, then captured by the Americans.
M&Ms were created so that military soldiers could enjoy…
M&Ms were created so that military soldiers could enjoy heat resistant and easy to transport chocolate during war.
Japanese schools do not employ janitors or custodians…
Japanese schools do not employ janitors or custodians. The Japanese education system believes that requiring students to clean the school themselves teaches respect, responsibility, and emphasizes equality.
Police are now using an app that allows them to monitor…
Police are now using an app that allows them to monitor your “Threat Score,” an algorithm that determines through public records and social media how much of a risk you are before any interaction takes place.