In Japan, gambling is illegal. However, they circumvent the law by giving out prizes instead of cash, which the winner can then sell back to the establishment for cash.
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Until 1976, taxi cabs in Australia were required to carry a bale of hay in the trunk.
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In Cuba, hitchhiking is encouraged and government vehicles are legally required to pick up hitchhikers.
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The 'v' in the name of a court case does not stand for 'versus', but for 'and' (in civil proceedings) or 'against' (in criminal proceedings).
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In Utah, it is illegal to swear in front of a dead person.
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In downtown Churchill, Manitoba, it's illegal to lock your car doors in case someone needs to escape from a polar bear.
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