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Auction Block The camera that took the classic photo of a sailor celebrating the end of World War II by kissing a nurse in Times Square is about to hit the auction block. The man behind the lens of the German-made camera was a Jew who was forced to flee Germany during the war.

Image credit: Westlicht Auctions

Power Eater David Chan has eaten at more than 6,000 Chinese restaurants around the world and has the spreadsheets to prove it. The lawyer gained notoriety from a Los Angeles Times article and now many are asking for his advice when it comes to the cuisine. He said he doesn't like egg rolls and prefers a fork to chopsticks.

Image credit: Courtesy of Eric D. Chan