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TIL A Japanese business man made two big auction houses fight for his $20 million worth of business over a single game or Rock, Paper, Scissors (Roshambo)

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YpVrW TIL that the Iron Maiden is a mythical torture and execution device, consisting of an iron cabinet with a hinged front and spike-covered interior, sufficiently tall to enclose a human being. The first stories citing the iron maiden were composed in the 19th century.
XEJEj TIL Keanu Reeves has had stalkers break into his house multiple times. On one occasion he awoke and found one in his library. He calmly spoke to her as he called the police for a psychiatric evaluation.
OyPe TIL Weird Al intended to parody the Beatles “Free as a Bird” on his album Bad Hair Day. Paul McCartney gave permission for the parody, but since John Lennon wrote the song, he passed the decision on to Yoko Ono, who said no.
ZpLNa TIL a 'wealth psychologist' is a mental health professional who specializes in issues relating specifically to wealthy individuals. They help their ultra-rich clients deal with issues such as: how to deal with guilt they feel about being wealthy or how to raise children who are not spoiled by money.
J4Al TIL in 1985 Switzerland accidently bombed Liechtenstein during a drill. In 1992 they accidently ‘invaded’ their neighbor while setting up an observation post. In 2007 Swiss soldiers lost their way and crossed the border. A spokesman of Liechtenstein simply said “No problem, these things happen”.