PlacesDarkThe IRS employees tax manual has instructions for collecting taxes after a nuclear war.3395k17 years ago
PlacesInterestingOutdatedThe Queen of England, who once enjoyed extensive powers and authority over almost the whole world, and despite all her present majesty and glory, is not allowed to enter the House of Commons simply because she is not its member!1011k14 years ago
PlacesInterestingThe U.S. government spends millions of dollars annually on potato researchโrecent programs have allocated $1.85 to $4 million per year to develop new potato varieties!631k17 years ago
PlacesInterestingThe White House maintains a collection of over 13,000 pieces of flatware, including historic silver dating back to the early 1800s.632k17 years ago
TechnologyInterestingOutdatedThe IRS processes more than 2 billion pieces of paper each year.621k17 years ago
PlacesInterestingIn the UK Parliament, the Speaker of the House is forbidden from participating in debates or expressing political opinions, maintaining strict neutrality despite presiding over all discussions.461k17 years ago
PlacesInterestingIn 2005, the US federal government spent approximately $21,840 for each household in America.451k15 years ago
PlacesInterestingVodka was once so central to Russia's economy that alcohol sales contributed up to 40% of government revenue during Tsarist times and a third during the Soviet era. Today, oil and gas have replaced it, accounting for 40-50% of the federal budget.411k17 years ago
EntertainmentInterestingOutdatedQueen Elizabeth does not hold a passport. Since all British passports are issued in the queenโs name, she herself doesn't need one. She just has to say that she is the queen.231k12 years ago
PlacesWeirdNorth Korea holds elections every 5 years - and there's only 1 name on the ballot.142k12 years ago
PlacesWeirdNorth Korea has official guidelines for approved hairstyles, with the government promoting 'proper' haircuts and discouraging Western styles. State media has featured recommended cuts, and citizens can face criticism for non-conforming appearances.62k12 years ago
PlacesInterestingIn Cuba, hitchhiking is encouraged and government vehicles are legally required to pick up hitchhikers.21k12 years ago