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Britain clearing out antiquated laws

Dec 31, 2015
British lawmakers are set to abolish some ancient statutes that look silly today.

Don't even think about sledding on Capitol Hill

Mar 6, 2015
From the Capitol Grounds Regulations, courtesy of the architect of the capitol's office: "No person shall coast or slide a sled within Capitol Grounds."