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Belgium

The King of Belgium can mobilize troops in Congo.

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Even though Congo achieved independence in 1960, the King of Belgium is still officially authorized to mobilize the military in ‘Belgian-Congo’, as well to ensure the protection of the country’s citizenry in the event of war. In times of peace, the King may even take such measures proactively.

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Switzerland

Local authorities can impose fines on people hiking nude in the Alps in the conservative canton of Appenzell.

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-15785219

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Canada

No pilot-in-command of an aircraft shall permit a person to enter or leave the aircraft during flight without a parachute.

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Transport Canada started this to curtail wing-walking and other stunts.

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Korea

It is illegal to teach the English language without a permit and that permit says where you have to teach English

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Finland

You must pay a television tax whether or not you own a television

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Finland’s television tax has been between €244.90 and €253.80 per annum with a household with a television. However, in 2013 the tax will be applied on every adult, not just every household, and will be graduated according to your income. The tax will be between €50 and €140 per person. The government assumes that even…

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Brazil

A product made with a pig’s leg or thigh and drumsticks of a turkey is a ham

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In 1990 the House of Representatives came to this conclusion.

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São Luis

It is against the law to wear masks at parties, except during Carnaval celebrations or by obtaining a licence.

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Rio Claro

Watermelons are prohibited

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Brazil

A billboard ortography error is an R$500 fine

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This is in Pouso Alegre, Minas Gerais and Guarujá, São Paulo. For banners the fine is lower – R$100.

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Brazil

The penalty for poaching is higher on Sundays and holidays

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