On this day: August 27

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2010 • neutral • 10 views

Man Arrested After Attempting to Hide Live Turtles in His Pants

Several small freshwater turtles placed in a shallow containment tray on a table beside police evidence tags and gloves.

A man was arrested on August 27, 2010, after authorities found several live turtles concealed in his pants while he attempted to cross a checkpoint. The incident prompted an investigation into wildlife trafficking and local animal-protection laws.

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2007 • neutral • 10 views

World's priciest pizza sold for more than $12,000 at charity auction

A charity auction scene in a New York ballroom with a plated gourmet pizza on a table, bidders seated at round tables and an auctioneer at a podium.

In August 2007 a single pizza reportedly fetched over $12,000 at a New York charity auction, drawing attention for its extravagant ingredients and fundraising context. The sale is often cited in lists of expensive foods but is tied to a specific charity event and celebrity involvement.

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