These Bizarre Phenomenons Prove That Reality Is Stranger Than Fiction

Do You Qualify?

According to the Miami Herald, over 6,000 policies have been sold to date, which amounts to $10 million worth of coverage. An extra $24.95 will afford the policyholder a printed certificate "suitable for framing."

Unfortunately, you won't be able to qualify for a claim unless you return safely to earth. Not only that, but you'll also need to secure the signature of an "authorized, on-board alien." Desperate times call for desperate measures, right?

The More You Know

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The tongue is the only muscle in the body attached from one end.

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.