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Quicksand traps used to be adventure movie staples back in the day. The hero or his gorgeous sidekick would start sinking in quicksand, only to be saved at the last moment, usually with some kind of romantic results. Mitchell O’Brien got to live that scenario out in reality. O’Brien was out on a sunset walk …
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Sequels, sequels, sequels… If you look at modern books or movies, it seems that nobody produces anything but unwanted sequels (or prequels or spin-offs) anymore. A recent historical discovery, however, shows that sequels are a much older phenomenon. British archivists have discovered a handwritten text from the 14th century, detailing the adventures of King Arthur. …
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People will try to smuggle anything, including animals. As such, it will take a lot to take an experienced customs agent by surprise. Uncovering thousands upon thousands of ants just might do the trick, though. That’s what Kenyan authorities recently found in not only one but two smuggling attempts. Four men in two separate cases …
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Flying can get unstable, which can send luggage flying around the aircraft in turn. That’s why they always tell you to stow your carry-on under the seat or in the overhead compartment. That should also include your penguins. A recent investigation report published by South African aviation authorities describes an unusual flight accident. Then again, …
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An emotional support animal be a valuable companion to people living with disabilities, mental health issues, or other problems. A helpful pooch or cuddly kitty may be just what they need to get through the day. That said, there are people who push the emotional support animal program too far. They might try to claim …
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Ladies, have you ever been ready for round two, only to have your snoring man sleepily tell you he’s fired every shot in his magazine? In that case, let us introduce you to the male medaka. He can keep going and going and going and going and going and… You do need to be more …
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There are times when you just want everyone to leave you alone. In those moments, there’s nothing more irritating than the kind of person who will still butt in to try and keep you company. This story is about one of those people. Mykhailo Vyktorovich Polyakov, an American YouTuber, has been arrested in India after …
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If you’re driving and the lane lines start getting squiggly like a slithering snake, it’s probably time to get off the road. That is, unless you’re in Pennsylvania. Although even then, you should slow down. A small town near Philadelphia has resorted to a — shall we say — creative method to try and control …
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Some people have incredible control over their body and its reactions. Many great actors, for instance, are able to cry on demand, bursting into tears whenever their role so demands. Mr. Deepak is like that, too. He, however, isn’t an actor but a thief, and he’s ability isn’t crying. Instead, it’s crapping himself. Deepak is …
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The Cold War period was a weird time to be alive. For the lack of open confrontation, the U.S. and the Soviet Union engaged in various arms races — some of them absolutely bizarre. For instance, the Soviets had official military departments working to unlock psychic abilities. Of course, America couldn’t let the communists beat …