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Theo Albrecht's Kidnapping Bargain
- Theo Albrecht, Aldi founder, was kidnapped and negotiated a discount on his own ransom.
- He stayed with the bishop after release to ensure kidnappers escaped safely.
Aldi's Checkout Efficiency
- Aldi pioneered barcode placement covering whole packaging for faster checkout scanning.
- Their limited items and fast scanning create the so-called "Aldi Panic" at checkouts.
Eddie Izzard's Family Train Set
- Eddie Izzard's family model railway was built as a family project after loss.
- The Bexhill model features local landmarks and interactive elements like snow effects.