Scientists accidentally kill world's oldest animal at age 507. The oldest animal ever known lived from 1499 until the day researchers cracked its shell open, killing it in the process.
For example, there is a federal law (and similar laws in every state) allowing consumers to cancel contracts made with a door-to-door salesperson within three days of signing. You might use that law after hastily agreeing to have someone repave your driveway, deliver lawn fertilizer, or put a new roof on your house.
Three-Day Right to Cancel a Contract. If you sign a contract in the sellers normal place of business, you may have seventy two hours in which to cancel the contract. Notice of your the three day cancellation option must be included in contracts such as: Health Clubs.