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TIL more than 30 countries sell citizenship or residence permits for cash. In Thailand, the cost is $10,000, while fast-track residence in the UK requires $10m.

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6Ekx8 TIL the origins and etymology of the name "Samantha" are uncertain. It first appeared on record in the 17th century, but was was very rare until it became popular through a novel in the 19th century. It fell out of use again until "Bewitched" aired in 1964, which made it popular once more
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