In Brazil, prison inmates can reduce their sentence by 4 days (up to 48 days a year) for every book they read and write a report on.
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Some nursing homes in Germany have fake bus stops to keep Alzheimer's patients from wandering away.
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On October 28, 2013, wind power provided 100% of Denmark's power. At 2:00am, it was producing 122% of the country's energy needs.
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There’s an internet-enabled jacket which gives you a “hug” every time a Facebook friend likes your status.
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Lentil As Anything, a successful Australian restaurant, allows its customers to pay whatever price they feel like paying for the food.
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There's a company in China that allows you to hire someone to stand in line for you for $3-$5 an hour.
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