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Federal health officials have seized several dangerous pests called Giant African Land Snails from Wisconsin classrooms and have started a national search for the creatures, which reproduce rapidly, destroy plants and can transmit meningitis.

Check out the unique vending machines found in Japan.

A "homeless" NYU undergrad claims he lived for seven months in the school's main library, without being caught by unsuspecting security guards or administration.

Here's some interesting artwork.

A 180-square-foot parking spot sold last month for $160,000 at the Brimmer Street Garage in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Boston.

The Ode to the Nice Guys.

Secret Service agents questioned a 15-year-old high school student about anti-war drawings he did for an art class, one of which depicted President Bush's head on a stick.

Freedom of speech prevails in Guilford.

Check out the paint job on the back of this truck.

The government is suing a cafeteria worker who received a $2.1 million tax refund by claiming to be a Hawaiian princess and heir to a billion-dollar estate.

Finally: Don't drink and drive. WARNING: This video is graphic and disgusting, but very effective.