China may be banning strange names by default, as they prepare to institute identity cards for its 1. 3 billion people. According to state media, the name database for new electronic identity cards will not contain uncommon characters.

The Patriot Act isn't just a new law; it's a new board game. A take-off of the Monopoly board game is making fun at the anti-terrorism legislation that was recently renewed. But the New Jersey graphic artist and Arab civil rights advocate who designed the game said the message is serious: The loss of civil liberties makes everyone a loser.

In a tactic made famous by the War on Terror, Florida police are looking to use playing cards to close the book on some unsolved criminal cases. When an International Coalition went into Iraq to topple the dictatorship of Saddam Hussein, they brought with them playing cards, each marked with an Iraqi leader and a price for their capture.

Prosecutors are releasing what they call a "bribe menu" in the scandal case against former Rep. Randall 'Duke' Cunningham. Prosecutors say the menu clearly lists how much it would cost for the former Congressman to perform illegal services, such as rigging government contracts.

Separatist group Dukhtaran-e-Millat, or Daughters of Faith, has vowed to stop couples from celebrating Valentine's Day in Kashmir. The group is known for fiercely opposing Western-style romance. Aasiya Andrabi, leader of the group, said in a statement, "We will not allow anyone to observe Valentine's Day as it does nothing but spread immorality among youth. "