What are some interesting stories?

There was a question regarding the unique stories people have to tell about being in NYC, and as a Londoner, I find them interesting, ranging from thinking of disgust to fascination. What are some interesting personal stories about New York City? Hence...

On the lines of What are some interesting behind-the-scenes stories about Rendezvous? and What are some interesting behind-the-scenes stories about Mood Indigo?

In 'Mind boggling stories' there was a (fictional) story about a girl that managed to save her father from prison by thinking laterally to overcome a seemingly impossible situation. I would like to hear more stories in the same vein. Any examples or...

Inspired from: Why did Flickr drop the "e"? Like Hewlett-Packard too got its name because of a coin toss between it's founders, and Hewlett came out as the winner. I'd love to know other interesting stories. The emphasis is on technology/internet...

Looking for unique stories about New York - whether it's about you or someone you know- who have lead interesting lives, have made an impact on the city itself, or have an interesting connection to landmarks (e.g., construction worker who worked on twin...

This is a follow-up to the question : What are some interesting proxy/attendance stories at IIT KGP? If possible, do mention the course name, what exactly happened and the outcome of the incident.

Venice is a city that has been there for a long time. Apart from the fact that its primary mode of transport is using boats in canals what are other interesting and lesser known facts and/or stories about this beautiful city.

As an offshot to What are some interesting campus recruitment rejection stories?

and i don't mean stories like the Birds-falling-from-the-sky or like "OMG i saw this raccoon in my basement eating my cats cat food! it was so awesome!" i mean stories like the "Pride of Baghdad" lion story, or the story about that...