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Infographic: America's Top New Year's Resolutions for 2025This chart shows the most common New Year's resolutions among U.S. respondents who have made one or several (2022).

Gone But Not Forgotten: Musicians We Lost in 2024Musicians who died in 2024 include Liam Payne, Quincy Jones, Kris Kristofferson, Toby Keith, Dickey Betts, Marlena Shaw and more.

‘Professional Back-Scratchers’ Charge Up to $130 Per HourThe Scratcher Girls is an unconventional relaxation therapy studio that charges clients up to $130 per hour for back-scratching and tracing services so relaxing they can put people to sleep. Over the years, we've featured our

These Bands Are Most Popular Tattoo Choices Among Rock FansThe most popular bands chosen for new tattoos by rock fans were revealed in December 2024.

Japanese Ultra-Luxury Bottled Water Can Cost Up to $10,000 Per LiterFillico Jewelry Water is a Japanese company known for selling one of the most expensive bottled waters in the world, with exclusive limited editions selling for up to $10,000 per bottle. Water is one of the

Thousands of Santas and a few Grinches hit the streets for annual SantaCon bar crawlsSanta Clauses are coming to town. Thousands of Kris Kringles and jolly Old St. Nicks are jamming streets, sidewalks and bars from Adelaide to Vancouver on Saturday for annual SantaCon charity pub crawls.

The world’s tallest snowman, measuring 122 feet, built by residents in Bethel, MaineIn 2008, the residents of Bethel, Maine, spent a month creating what is still to this day the tallest snowwoman that has ever been made, according to Guinness World Records.

Oxford University Press has selected its word of the year. Here's what it says defined 2024Oxford University Press said Monday that the evocative phrase “gained new prominence in 2024.”

Philadelphia couple become world's oldest newlyweds - UPI.comA 100-year-old man and a 102-year-old woman who met at their senior living home in Philadelphia ended up falling in love and getting married, earning them a Guinness World Record as the world's oldest newlyweds.

The 100 Best Christmas Songs of All Time: Staff ListBillboard's staff picks the 100 greatest Christmas songs for this holiday season.

Smart Mouthpiece Turns Your Smartphone into a Playable Musical InstrumentThe Zefiro is a clever little MIDI controller that plugs into the USB-C port of your smartphone essentially turning it into a playable musical instrument. Developed by Italian startup ARTinoise, the Zefiro is one of the

Family Spends Over $4,500 on Lavish Funeral for Faithful SUVAn Indian family recently went viral for their decision to send their old Suzuki Wagon to the grave rather than the scrapyard in a lavish burial ceremony attended by around 1,500 people. They say you shouldn't

1 in 4 people still carrying weight from holidays last year!Do you still remember how delicious last year's Thanksgiving turkey was? It turns out that's not the only thing you're hanging on to over the last 12 months.

Dictionary.com's 2024 Word of the Year is...Each year, Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year and short-listed nominees capture pivotal moments in language and culture. Find out which word had people searching for it 200 times more than normal on our site, contributing to its selection as the 2024 Word of the Year.

How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1 million - WTOP NewsWalk into any supermarket and you can generally buy a banana for less than $1. But a banana duct-taped to a wall? That might sell for more than $1 million at an upcoming auction at Sotheby’s in New York.

Plane grounded for four days when 132 hamsters escape on board - UPI.comA plane was grounded for four days at a Portuguese airport when 132 hamsters escaped from boxes in the cargo hold.

77-year-old slice of Queen Elizabeth II's wedding cake sells for $2,800 - UPI.comA 77-year-old slice of cake from Queen Elizabeth II's wedding to Prince Philip was auctioned for $2,800.

National Toy Hall of Fame inducts My Little Pony, Transformers, Phase 10 - UPI.comThe National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, N.Y., announced this year's inductees: My Little Pony, Transformers and Phase 10.

This simple balance test may be best way to track how well you're agingWant to know how well you're aging? Here's why researchers say standing on one leg may give you the best answer.

A New Zealand airport wants you to hug goodbye fasterTravelers leaving the New Zealand city of Dunedin will have to keep their emotional farewells brief after a new three-minute time limit was imposed on goodbye hugs in the airport’s drop-off area in order to prevent lingering cuddles from causing traffic jams.

Once illegal, this Japanese alcohol is making a comeback | CNNIt’s often considered to be the ancestor of today’s sake.

A museum dedicated to barbecue is opening soon | CNNBurnt ends, whole hogs, smoked brisket or dry-rub ribs? The new Museum of BBQ opening next year in Kansas City, Missouri, will dig right in.

Washington state woman calls 911 after being hounded by up to 100 raccoons - WTOP NewsSheriff's deputies in Washington's Kitsap County frequently get calls about animals — loose livestock, problem dogs. But the 911 call they received recently from a woman being hounded by dozens of…

Speed-eater downs 2 pounds, 7 ounces of hot sauce in 3 minutes - UPI.comA Canadian speed-eater added another world record to his name by eating 2 pounds and 7 ounces of hot sauce in three minutes.

Argentinian Town Struggles to Cope with Yearly Parrot InvasionEvery year, Hilario Ascasubi, a town in the south of Argentina's Buenos Aires province, is invaded by tens of thousands of noisy cliff parrots that cause millions of dollars in damage. The people of Hilario Ascasubi

Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Foundation Announces 2024 Inductees

Mud, beer and cash: Annual wife-carrying championship attracts competitive couples to MaineAn annual event in Maine involving mud, beer and cash has once again drawn dozens of eager competitors.

Pumpkin weighing 2,471 pounds wins California contestA Minnesota horticulture teacher clinched the victory at the 51st World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay.

Toy Hall of Fame's 2024 finalists include balloons, Pokemon cards - UPI.comThe National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, N.Y., announced this year's finalists for induction, including balloons, Pokemon cards and Transformers.

Fanta launches 'questionable' Halloween flavour - and people are dividedAs spooky season fast approaches, Fanta have launched an all-new flavour of their iconic drink - but some people have had mixed thoughts about the beverage

World's largest cheesecake served at Cream Cheese Festival in N.Y. - UPI.comAn annual Cream Cheese Festival in Lowville, N.Y., hosted a successful Guinness World Record attempt featuring a 15,008-pound cheesecake.

Earth will have a temporary 'mini moon' for two monthsEarth will have a temporary “mini moon” for two months. The mini moon is actually an asteroid about the size of a school bus.

Hotels reveal most unusual lost and found items, room service requests - UPI.comHotels.com revealed some of the most unusual items left behind at its partner hotels around the world, including a pet lizard, as well as some of the most bizarre room service requests.

'World's largest corn maze' in Illinois unveils 2024 themeA suburban Chicago farm's highly anticipated annual theme of its "world's largest corn maze" has officially been revealed for the 2024 season.

Top 10 places to retire include cities in Florida, Minnesota, Ohio. See the 2024 rankingsThe list released by WalletHub includes four Florida cities in the top five. Other more surprising locations include Minneapolis and Cincinnati, Ohio.

Rescued Overfed Cat Is So Fat It Can No Longer WalkKroshik, a 14-year-old ginger cat from the Russian city of Perm lost his ability to walk after ballooning to a whopping 17 kilograms (38 pounds) in weight due to overfeeding by his loving humans. Photos of

The world’s best city for nightlife, according to Time Out | CNNIn travel news this week: the world’s best party spots, the city taking a stand against electric scooters, plus the story of how the world’s tallest bridge transformed a continent.

2,052 Ikea employees break record for world's largest pajama party - UPI.comFurniture company Ikea gathered 2,052 employees at its first store in Sweden to hold the world's largest pajama party.

Batmobile-Inspired Crocs Actually Look Bad-AssCrocs teams up with DC Comics to create a surprisingly cool-looking version of its ubiquitous Classic Clogs inspired by arguably the best Batmobile ever designed. The Croc brand has always been associated with comfort, but rarely

Joey Chestnut sets new hot dog-eating record, bests rival Takeru Kobayashi with 83 consumed - UPI.comAmerican Joey Chestnut wolfed down a world record 83 hot dogs during Netflix's Labor Day special, besting rival competitive eater Takeru Kobayashi of Japan in the process.

Hundreds cruise Philadelphia streets in the 15th annual Philly Naked Bike RideHundreds of people in various states of undress cruised the streets of Philadelphia to cheers from onlookers in the 15th annual Philly Naked Bike Ride.

Women compete in the 'Husband Calling Contest' at Iowa State FairThe husband calling contest was held Friday at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines

Screen-matched 'Indiana Jones' fedora sells for $630,000 - UPI.comThe famous fedora sported by Harrison Ford in 1984's "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" fetched the swashbuckling sum of $630,000 at auction.

Sweden’s Banana-Topped Pizza Puts Hawaiian Pizza to ShameIf you thought pineapple-topped Hawaiian pizza was a culinary crime, wait until you hear about Sweden's take on the Italian staple, a pie topped with curry, pineapple, and banana. Sweden's fascination with bananas is well documented,

Watch: Crashed truck covers California highway in boxes of raisins - UPI.comThe California Highway Patrol said six lanes of a California highway were closed after a truck spilled hundreds of boxes of raisins.

85% of dog owners consider their pooch their child, new survey saysA survey of 2,000 dog parents found that pups are so highly regarded, that a majority think of their dog as their child (84%).

Watch: Texas woman's tongue is the world's widest at 3.11 inches - UPI.comA Texas woman was awarded a Guinness World Records title for the surprising contents of her mouth -- a 3.11-inch-wide tongue.

USA Mullet Championships🎉 Big Cheers to Our Incredible Adult Category Competitors! 🎉 The stakes are high, and our adult mullet masters are bringing their best styles to the 2024 USA Mullet Championships! Voting closes...

Foul-mouthed parrot finds home after hundreds apply to adopt it

Princess Leia’s ‘Return of the Jedi’ bikini sells at auction for $175,000 | CNNThe iconic golden bikini, which has attracted criticism for sexualizing Carrie Fisher, was famously worn by Princess Leia while enslaved by Jabba the Hutt.

This woman sculpts celebrity busts – from sushi | CNNWhen Ed Sheeran wrote “Shape of You,” he probably didn’t have this vision of himself sculpted from sushi ingredients in mind.

Single Pennsylvania man seeking dates with 'adorable' billboard

The World’s Strongest Beer Will Make Your Tongue Go NumbBeithir Fire, the world's strongest beer, comes with a warning label urging consumers 'not to exceed 35ml in one sitting' because of the incredibly high alcohol content. All alcoholic drinks should be consumed in moderation, but

Study Shows the Most Listened to Classic Rock Artist in Every CountrySee which artists were the top in every country.

Dolce & Gabbana launches dog perfume named after founder's petIt's believed to be the first time a big luxury brand has branched out into pet perfume, with the company offering to make "every walk a fragrant and fashionable affair".

Collection of 163 unique bedpans fails to sell at auction - UPI.comThe owner of what might be Europe's largest collection of bedpans is trying to find them a new home after they failed to sell at auction.

Every Single Olympic Event—All 339 of Them—Ranked From Worst to BestPsst. The big gymnastics all-around is not No. 1. (Sorry, Simone!)

France’s first cheese museum opens in Paris — just in time for OlympicsFrance’s first cheese museum opened in Paris on June 14, right in time for the Olympic Games being held in the City of Light.

South Koreans compete to see who's best at doing absolutely nothingThe annual Space-out competition finds who's best at zoning out for 90 minutes without falling asleep, checking their phone or talking.

Perseid meteor shower 2024: when, where and how to see itThe Perseid meteor shower is one of the best shooting star displays of the year.

Long-lost 'Star Trek' phaser and communicator props headed to auction - UPI.comA California auction house announced a pair of long-lost props from the original Star Trek series have been found after more than 50 years and are headed to auction.

Watch: Cruise line breaks world record with pizza party aboard multiple boats - UPI.comPrincess Cruises coordinated its fleet of Love Boats to break the Guinness World Record for the largest pizza party at multiple venues.

This nearly 10-foot Gatsby sub is made by a South African restaurant with a taste for the supersizedA South African restaurant and bar has served up a sandwich that's nearly 10 feet long in the latest offering from an establishment with a taste for the supersized.

Garlic? Curry? Cold sweat?! Strange ice cream flavors are sweeping the nation this summerForget chocolate or vanilla -- this summer's ice cream flavors are wild. From garlic to curry and "cold sweat," here are the strangest treats across the country.

Rich People Freeze Themselves, and Fortunes, for Future Revival(Bloomberg Law) -- Nobody wants to come back from the dead poor.Most Read from BloombergMicrosoft Orders China Staff to Use iPhones for Work and Drop AndroidSaudis Warned G-7 Over Russia Seizures With Debt Sale ThreatBiden’s Biggest Donors Left Powerless to Sway Him to End BidHurricane Beryl Makes a Mockery of Texas Climate DeniersStocks Hold Near Peak as Powell Sticks to Script: Markets WrapLuckily for the rich, making wealth immortal is more solvable than reversing death.Estate attorneys are c

The 80 Best Summer Songs of All TimeThese songs bring back allll the memories.

Elvis Presley’s actual blue suede shoes sell for $150,000 in auction | CNNThe King’s very own blue suede shoes have sold for the princely sum of £120,000 (around $152,000) at a British auction house.

This Is the No. 1 U.S. Summer Destination, According to TripadvisorAmericans are eyeing destinations with entertainment, sporting events, and adventure, according to a new Tripadvisor report.

Pekingese named Wild Thang wins World's Ugliest Dog - UPI.comA longtime runner up in California's World's Ugliest Dog Contest finally got his crown Friday.

Look: Woman gets her master's from Stanford at the age of 105 - UPI.comA woman who left school during World War II finally received her master's degree in education 83 years later at the age of 105.

These are America's favorite 4th of July foods, according to Food NetworkIt's almost time for the best barbecue holiday of the year!

Correct way to hang toilet paper finally revealed as people see the original patent for the first timeThe correct way to hang toilet paper finally revealed as people see the original patent for the first time.

Great Dane named world's tallest dog - but is 'terrified' of family's vacuumThe "gentle giant" co-exists peacefully with the family's other pets and manages to stay trim despite eating a mountain of food.

Every Year, This Finnish City Blasts Classical Music to Keep Youths AwayFor the past few years, police in the Finnish city of Espoo have been employing an intriguing tactic to keep youths from partying on a local beach - blasting classical music from loudspeakers. There is no

Double take: 23 sets of twins graduate from a single Massachusetts middle schoolTwenty-three sets of twins have graduated from a Massachusetts middle school, making up about 10% of the eighth-grade class.

Watch: $3.99 thrift store find turns out to be nearly 2,000-year-old Mayan vase - UPI.comA vase purchased for $3.99 at a Maryland thrift store turned out to be a nearly 2,000-year-old Mayan artifact.

'Home Alone' house being sold. Swinging paint cans not includedThe home of Kevin McCallister’s hijinks is changing hands. Agents with Coldwell Banker Realty say a sale is underway of the suburban Chicago house where "Home Alone" was filmed.

A World War II veteran just married his bride near Normandy’s D-Day beaches. He’s 100, she’s 96CARENTAN-LES-MARAIS, France (AP) — Together, the collective age of the bride and groom was nearly 200. But World War II veteran Harold Terens and his sweetheart Jeanne Swerlin proved that love is e…

Scallion Latte – Spring Onion-Infused Coffee Is All the Rage in ChinaSpring onions and coffee definitely don't sound made for each other, but spring onion-infused lattes are apparently all the rage in China these days. A simple search for the #springonionlatter hashtag on TikTok or Instragram will

New York magnet fisher catches safe full of soggy $100 bills, he saysJames Kane has used a magnet to fish all manner of junk from New York City waterways, but he says the stacks of $100 bills he pulled from a safe were something else entirely.

Japanese Company Officially Launches Taste-Enhancing Smart SpoonJapanese tech company Kirin Holdings recently unveiled the commercial version of its taste-enhancing spoon, dubbed Elecispoon, which improves taste buds' perception of salt, thus making food taste better. We originally covered Kirin's taste-enhancing technology a couple

Hundreds in Peru mark Clown Day in hopes of getting the holiday official recognitionLIMA, Peru (AP) -- With their unmistakable red noses, extravagant shoes, colorful outfits and unique makeup, hundreds of clowns Saturday gathered in the streets of Peru's capital to mark Clown Day. They have sought for years to gain official recognition of the day.

7 Things Dads Really Want For Father's DayAs we approach Father’s Day, many children and wives will scratch their heads yet again searching for the perfect present. Skip the annual gift card and tie— consider these 7 gift ideas that your dad really wants this Father’s Day.

Chillville, USA: The Consensus 5 Most Laid-Back Cities In Americainding a city that strikes that balance can be tough, so to help, we’ve put together a list of the consensus most laid-back cities in America.

106-year-old man becomes world's oldest skydiver - UPI.comA Texas man reclaimed his Guinness World Records title by going skydiving at the age of 106 years and 327 days old.

Rare, exotic plant with 'rotting flesh' aroma set to bloom for first time in yearsAn unpleasant, yet thrilling event will take place at a conservatory in Minnesota as a rare, exotic flower is about to bloom, but the aroma is known to smell like rotting flesh.

Most of 15 million bees contained after bee-laden truck crashesCLINTON, Maine (AP) — A tractor-trailer hauling about 15 million honey bees to be used to pollinate blueberry fields crashed and overturned on Interstate 95, officials said. The driver was taken to…

10 Most Expensive Restaurants in the WorldDining at some of the world's most expensive restaurants offers guests the opportunity to receive a unique, immersive experience like no other. You are doing much more than simply eating a meal and...

New Orleans Restaurant Puts Cicada Salad On MenuBug appetit?

Watch: Man drinks at 120 bars in 24 hours to break world record - UPI.comA 69-year-old retiree visited 120 pubs to order drinks in 24 hours, breaking a Guinness World Record.

Bedtime habits survey: 40% of adults still sleep with childhood stuffed animal -- and their partnerA recent study of 2,000 U.S. adults who live with a partner discovered that, when it comes to being a considerate co-sleeper, some of your current bedtime rituals may need to be re-considered.

1 in 3 employees—including in-office workers—regularly nap on the clock, survey says. Here’s who catches the most z’s on the job and whyThe tradeoff? Nearly 80% of survey respondents said they lose sleep over job stressors.

Washington, DC Tops List Of 'America's Hardest-Working Cities'A recent study by WalletHub set out to identify the hardest-working cities in the United States, comparing 116 of the most populated cities across 11 key metrics.

Watch: 'Wacky Pet Names' finalists include ChugChug Pickles, Steph Purrrry - UPI.comA pet insurance company is inviting the public to vote on some of the most unusual animal monikers for its annual Wacky Pet Names prize.

Look: Beard and Mustache Championships claims three facial hair chain world records - UPI.comAttendees at the National Beard and Mustache Championships in Florida broke three Guinness World Records for the longest chains of beards, mustaches and partial beards.

Bakery asks customers to check cookies for lost diamond - UPI.comThe owner of a Kansas bakery is asking customers to eat their cookies carefully after she lost the $4,000 diamond from her ring in the dough.

Look: Comic featuring Superman's debut sells for record-breaking $6 million - UPI.comA copy of the comic book that introduced Superman to the world became the world's most expensive comic book when it fetched $6 million at auction.

Voodoo doll, whoopie cushion, denture powder among bizarre trash plucked from New Jersey beachesPretty soon it will be beach season again at the Jersey Shore. If last year was any indication, it'll be time to pack the voodoo dolls, whoopie cushions, zip ties and denture powder.

The world's oldest man says the secret to his longevity is luck, plus regular fish and chipsAt 111 years old, Englishman John Alfred Tinniswood has been confirmed as the new holder of the title by Guinness World Records.

Solar Eclipse ResourcesA spectacular eclipse will sweep across North America on April 8, 2024! Enjoy these free resources from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific!

Home | RECORD STORE DAYRecord Store Day was conceived in 2007 at a gathering of independent record store owners and employees as a way to celebrate and spread the word about the unique culture surrounding nearly 1400 independently owned record stores in the US and thousands of similar stores internationally. The first Record Store Day took place on April 19, 2008. Today there are Record Store Day participating stores on every continent except Antarctica.

To’ak – The World’s Most Valuable ChocolateMade with rare Nacional cacao harvested from just 14 farms in Ecuador's Piedra de Plata valley, To'ak chocolate is undoubtedly the world's most valuable chocolate. From truffle-infused ice cream to gold-plated sandwiches, the world is full

Mike Tyson hopes to deliver knockout blow with cannabis edible ears - in a nod to his most notorious fightTyson's 1997 bout against Holyfield, the second time they had met in the ring, became known as The Bite Fight following Iron Mike's act of partial cannibalism.

Invaders from underground are coming in cicada-geddon. It's the biggest bug emergence in centuriesCrawling out from underground every 13 or 17 years, the periodical cicadas are nature’s kings of the calendar.

Look: Missouri museum takes world record for wearing underwear as hats - UPI.comA museum in St. Louis, Mo., successfully broke a Guinness World Record by gathering 355 people to wear underwear on their heads at the same time.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Fan Vote Has a New LeaderA new leader has taken over the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame fan vote in March 2024.

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Japan’s Fascination with T-Rex Costume RacingOver the last couple of years, more than 40 T-Rex costume races have been hosted around Japan, making it one of the fastest-growing racing events in the Asian country. T-rex costume racing is believed to have

Teen angler reels in the luckiest of catchesIn the vast inland ocean that is Lake of the Woods, 14-year-old Connor Halsa somehow hooked a wallet full of money lost by an Iowa farmer a year earlier.

Wayward 450-pound pig named Kevin Bacon hams it up for home security cameraIn Hollywood, actor Kevin Bacon is a big star. In Wisconsin’s Kenosha County, Kevin Bacon is one big pig! The 450-pound porker wandered from his pen last week then moseyed on down the road, w…

Brazilian GrandpaClaims He Has Been Drinking Only Coke for the Last 50 YearsA 70-year-old retiree from Bahia, Brazil, claims that he has drunk a drop of water in the last 50 years, relying solely on Coca-Cola for hydration, despite suffering from diabetes and heart problems. Roberto Pedreira, probably

'Balls Out Bowling' event invites bowlers to roll in the nude - UPI.comA Pennsylvania naturalism group announced bowlers will be able to roll in the nude at its upcoming "Balls Out Bowling" event.

Watch: Wisconsin man's lifetime Big Mac consumption hits 34,128 - UPI.comThe Wisconsin man who holds the Guinness World Records title for the most McDonald's Big Macs eaten in a lifetime extended his record by eating more than 700 of the burgers in 2023.

Residents of these 10 states are the most stressed out in America—New York and California didn't make the listResidents of some U.S. states seem to be more stressed than others. Here's a ranking of the most and least stressed states in America.

Corpse flower's intense stench attracts visitors in San FranciscoSome report smelling rotting flesh, hence the rather grotesque name. But others detect rotting food, sweaty socks or even garlic.

Ranked: States with the worst pothole problemsWashington, Minnesota and Michigan drivers may suffer the most from potholes. Learn how your state ranks for potholes and how car insurance can help if you hit a pothole.

Watch: 106-year-old South Carolina man gets honorary high school diploma - UPI.comA 106-year-old South Carolina man crossed the stage to accept an honorary high school diploma.

At the Florida Man Games, big crowds cheer competitors evading police and wrestling over beerPromoted as “the most insane athletic showdown on Earth,” the Florida Man Games poke fun at the state’s reputation for bizarre stories.

Tooth fairy gifts children $100 bills and designer jewelleryNot only has the amount of money children receive for losing a tooth increased, but some parents are also leaving a gift under the pillow.

The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time500 Best Songs of All Time: the Beatles, Beyonce, Bowie, and more

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"Notorious Food Pirate" Eats at Restaurants Without Paying at Least 127 TimesA 58-year-old man has become the bane of restauranteurs in the Dutch city of Delft after eating without paying at least 127 times in the last few years. Earlier this month, police in Delft were called

Watch: Kansas town breaks two world records for International Pancake Day - UPI.comA Kansas town unofficially broke two Guinness World Records in recognition of International Pancake Day.

Highest Paid Athletes in the World: Full ListThese estimates are for earnings during the 2023 calendar year, and Sportico’s previous rankings were based on 12-month earnings between June 2021 and May 2022. The salary and prize money are inclu…

World's smallest escape room is a coffinThe fear of being buried alive and trapped in a coffin haunted writer Edgar Allan Poe's characters and has now inspired what is billed as the world's smallest escape room - a mortuary-themed experience not suitable for claustrophobes.

Sir Winston Churchill's false teeth 'snapped up' for £18,000 at auctionChurchill suffered from dental problems most of his life, having lost several teeth during his 20s, so he had up to four sets of teeth made for him.

Tennessee siblings honor late mother with salt-and-pepper shaker museum containing over 20,000 itemsA Tennessee family is continuing a legacy by running a museum containing 20,000 salt-and-pepper shakers. The siblings' late mother collected the unique items for 35 years.

ET welcome: Kentucky city beams message into space inviting extraterrestrial visitorsThe Lexington Convention and Visitors Bureau in Kentucky used an infrared laser to beam a message into space as part of a campaign to promote tourism.

Left-behind items at European hotels include dentures, clown costume - UPI.comA survey of European hotels found some of the most unusual items left behind by vacationers include dentures, a full clown costume and witchcraft paraphernalia.

Downtown coffee shop makes national news for burger latteThe Downtown Burger Battle is making national news for a "burger" that's not even officially competing.

McDonald's launches two new pink desserts - and a cult-favourite burger is backThe fast food-chain has announced the return two popular menu items as well as launching two new pink limited edition desserts in celebration of Valentine's Day this year

Woman Attempts Record-Breaking 127-Hour Sing-A-ThonGhanaian personality Afua Asantewaa Owusu Aduonum recently attempted to get her name into the Guinness Book of Records by attempting to sing continuously for 126 hours and 52 minutes. Last month, women's rights advocate, journalist, and

2024 Banished Words List: At the end of the day, Lake Superior State University slays once againThe tradition provides a lighthearted opportunity to pause and reflect on the past year’s experiences, communication styles, words and phrases we use and at times, abuse.

Scientists Create Smart Pill That Vibrates to Make You Feel FullResearchers at MIT created a high-tech pill that starts to vibrate once it makes contact with gastric fluid in the user's stomach in order to stimulate receptors in the stomach and create the sensation of

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Florida Man Sues Dunkin' Over Injuries Following Toilet ExplosionAn employee told the man that they were aware of the “problem with the toilet” since there had been previous incidents, the lawsuit says.

Oscar Mayer in search of next 'hotdoggers' to drive the Weinermobile — for $35,600 a yearA yearlong opportunity to become the brand's ambassador and interact with hot dog fans across the country, all while getting paid.

Watch: Boy, 13, becomes first to ever beat 'Tetris' for Nintendo system - UPI.comA 13-year-old gamer is believed to be the first human to beat Tetris on the original Nintendo Entertainment System.

Tokyo has a cafe lounge that’s for negative people onlyWe check out the “negative cafe and bar,” a soothing space for gloomy people.

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