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Confirmed True
Singapore
It's illegal to import, sell, or chew gum in Singapore
TRUE! It is illegal to import, sell, or manufacture chewing gum in Singapore. Since 2004, therapeutic/dental gum can be purchased from pharmacists with ID registration.
Confirmed True
Italy
Building sandcastles is banned in Eraclea, Italy
TRUE! Building sandcastles on beaches in Eraclea (near Venice) is prohibited because they "obstruct the passage" of people walking on the beach. Collecting shells and sand is also banned.
Confirmed True
Thailand
It's illegal to step on Thai currency
TRUE! Defacing, insulting, or threatening images of the King, Queen, or heir to the throne is illegal. Since the King's portrait appears on all Thai currency, stepping on money constitutes an offense.
Confirmed True
Washington, US
Skamania County, Washington makes it illegal to kill Bigfoot
TRUE! The hunting, killing, or harassment of Bigfoot (Sasquatch) and other undiscovered species within Skamania County is prohibited.
Confirmed True
South Australia, AU
South Australia restricts sale of fridges that can't be opened from inside
TRUE! You cannot sell a refrigerator with any compartment larger than 42.5 liters unless every door can be easily opened from inside.
Confirmed True
South Korea
South Korea officially made everyone 1-2 years younger in 2023
TRUE! On June 28, 2023, South Korea abolished "Korean age" for official purposes. Over 51 million Koreans became 1-2 years younger overnight.
