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    Australian Gambling Syndicate Bought Almost All Lottery Tickets and Won
    In 1992, an Australian gambling syndicate purchased the majority of combinations in a Virginia lottery. They won, turning their $5m investment into $27m winnings.
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    Bill Gates could give away 98% of his wealth and still be a billionaire.
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    Nintendo has banked so much money, they could run a deficit of over $250 million every year and still survive until 2052.
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    2.8 Million One Pennies
    2.8 Million One Pennies
    In 1987, an 18-year-old freshman named Mike Hayes funded his education by asking 2.8 million people for one penny.
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    Al Capone earned $105m per year from alcohol and rackets during the Prohibition era. Today, this would be equivalent to $1.4b per year.
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    The key to happiness is spending your money on experiences rather than possessions, according to studies.
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    The costliest cat ever is named Little Nicky, who cost his owner $50,000. He is a clone of an older cat.
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    The most expensive dog in the world is the Tibetan Mastiff; worth $1.5 million.
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