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A conquered king’s head is unceremoniously chopped off and placed on public display. Sounds like something they would’ve done in the ancient world, or maybe in the medieval period, right? Well, that was something the French did less than 130 years ago. After France colonized Madagascar in the late in 19th century, there was an …
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Florida has a problem. Alright, several, but we’re talking a particularly big one. A 16-foot-long problem that weighs about 165 pounds and looks like a giant snake. Invasive Burmese pythons have been rampaging through Florida’s wild parts over the last few decades. The Sunshine State is apparently a python paradise, and the snakes are multiplying …
Continue reading “Robot Rabbits: Florida’s Latest Weapon Against Invasive Pythons”
When a domestic pig gets on the loose and does the hanky-panky with a wild boar, you end up with a wild pig. Also called feral pigs, they live like wild animals, looking much like domestic pigs except with the coarse hair of a boar. And they have blue flesh. At least if you’re in …
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The humble jellyfish is truly one of the weirdest and most fascinating creatures of the sea. They’re brainless, they can be gigantic, they can murder you, and they’ve cracked the code to immortality. They can apparently also attack and shut down nuclear plants. The Gravelines nuclear plant in France recently went into emergency shutdown mode. …
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You should always check out what’s behind a waterfall, at least if adventure stories are anything to go by. There’s bound to be an ancient cave full of wonderful treasures hidden behind the cascade. In reality, however, it’s best to leave waterfalls unexplored. Their hidden areas are miserable and cold at best, and fatally dangerous …
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When people are down in the dumps, they often need a little bit of inspiration to start getting back up again. Sometimes, that inspiration can come from a surprising source. Like manga, for example. Li Shuangyong from China was, and not to put too fine a point to it, a loser. His business had failed, …
Continue reading “Man Goes from Zero to Hero — With Fitness Regimen He Copied from Manga”
There could be something medically wrong with you even if you never knew a thing. For instance, you could carry and spread the flu or COVID-19 virus without having a single symptom. Or you could live for years with a knife in your chest cavity and never notice a thing. That’s what a man from …
Continue reading “Man Goes to Hospital with Sore Nipple, Doctors Find a Knife Inside His Chest”
There’s so much who-knows-what in the foods we eat. Frankly, it’s not always a bad idea to cut back on the bad stuff and eat a healthier diet. That said, when altering your eating habits, you should seek advice from a professional to ensure that your new diet is actually healthy. And as this case …
Continue reading “Man Gives Himself 19th-century Poisoning Following ChatGPT’s Diet Advice”
Have you heard of Labubu? You probably have, considering how insanely popular the strange Chinese character has become. Labubu is a grinning, sharp-toothed mascot that has quickly become a worldwide sensation. From keychains to sticker, it seems some folks just can’t get enough of Labubu. Some are even ready to commit crimes for them. Recently, …
Continue reading “Thieves Steal $7,000 Worth of Labubu Dolls and Trash LA Store”
Teachers are often considered to have an influential role that goes beyond their job in the classroom. As such, it’s not uncommon for teachers’ personal lives to get scrutinized by the public to ensure they’re setting a good example for their students. Sometimes, people discover dark secrets about teachers’ conduct outside the classroom that end …
Continue reading “Japanese Teacher Gets Fired After Getting Caught Having a Part-time Job”