What are some funny or unusual sounding acronyms you have seen?

What are some funny or unusual sounding acronyms you have seen?
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On a related note, my favorite is SHAT, Services Historiques de l’Armée de Terre (The French Army Historical Service). I have trouble keeping a straight face whenever I read that one.
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