US lightning bolt stretching across 3 states sets world record for longest flash
A bolt of lightning nearly 500 miles long that stretched from Texas to Mississippi has set a new world record for the longest flash.
A bolt of lightning nearly 500 miles long that stretched from Texas to Mississippi has set a new world record for the longest flash.
Cold-stunned gator with fish in mouth stops mid-snack at Myakka State Park
Only in Florida does a cold-blooded predator get too cold to eat. A massive, apparently cold-stunned alligator caught a large snook at Myakka State Park over the weekend, but appeared to freeze mid-snack.
Only in Florida does a cold-blooded predator get too cold to eat. A massive, apparently cold-stunned alligator caught a large snook at Myakka State Park over the weekend, but appeared to freeze mid-snack.
Cops pull over 84-year-old man only to discover he’s driven without a license for 72 years
Police pulled over the 84-year-old driver, only to discover he didn’t have a valid license … ever.
Police pulled over the 84-year-old driver, only to discover he didn’t have a valid license … ever.
Alabama man accused of feeding meth to ‘attack squirrel’ faces new charges
The Alabama man who has denied allegations that he fed meth to an attack squirrel at his home will reportedly face additional charges—delaying his trial.
The Alabama man who has denied allegations that he fed meth to an attack squirrel at his home will reportedly face additional charges—delaying his trial.
Dead man taken to post office to collect pension
The body of a dead man was allegedly brought to a post office in an attempt to collect his pension.
The body of a dead man was allegedly brought to a post office in an attempt to collect his pension.
Canadian restaurant accepted dog photos, I.D. over proof of negative test, COVID-19 vaccine
The restaurant was forced to temporarily shut down indoor dining operations until it fulfilled its orders from Alberta Health Services.
The restaurant was forced to temporarily shut down indoor dining operations until it fulfilled its orders from Alberta Health Services.
Rescued driver appears to take selfie while car sinks in icy river in Canada
Authorities said local residents used a kayak to rescue a driver after a car started to sink in an icy river.
Authorities said local residents used a kayak to rescue a driver after a car started to sink in an icy river.
'Extremely rare' 555.55-carat black diamond going up for auction
A 555.55-carat black diamond, called “the Enigma,” is going up for auction in February and is expected to be sold for at least $6.8 million
A 555.55-carat black diamond, called “the Enigma,” is going up for auction in February and is expected to be sold for at least $6.8 million
New Zealand man finds dead cockroach in ear after 3 days
Zane Wedding said he started feeling immense pressure in his ear after a day of swimming and assumed it was just water that got stuck. He would later find what actually got stuck in his ear was something far more creepy and crawly.
Zane Wedding said he started feeling immense pressure in his ear after a day of swimming and assumed it was just water that got stuck. He would later find what actually got stuck in his ear was something far more creepy and crawly.
Norway's military reissuing used underwear to new recruits due to shortages
Members of the military are being ordered to return their underwear, bras, and socks after the end of their military service so that the next group of recruits can use them.
Members of the military are being ordered to return their underwear, bras, and socks after the end of their military service so that the next group of recruits can use them.
Good Samaritans help sea lion that wandered onto San Diego freeway
Good Samaritans stopped traffic on a San Diego highway to help a sea lion after the animal managed to wander onto the busy road. Sea World rescuers then captured the sea lion -- but they say this actually isn't the first time they've had to help him.
Good Samaritans stopped traffic on a San Diego highway to help a sea lion after the animal managed to wander onto the busy road. Sea World rescuers then captured the sea lion -- but they say this actually isn't the first time they've had to help him.
Live deer found in car's hatchback during DUI traffic stop in Pennsylvania
Police in Pennsylvania pulled over a suspected DUI driver -- only to discover a live deer in the back seat of her car.
Police in Pennsylvania pulled over a suspected DUI driver -- only to discover a live deer in the back seat of her car.
California twins born 15 minutes apart, but in different years
Twins Aylin and Alfredo Trujillo entered the world just 15 minutes apart in Salinas, California, but they were born on different days, months and years.
Twins Aylin and Alfredo Trujillo entered the world just 15 minutes apart in Salinas, California, but they were born on different days, months and years.
Doorbell camera shows mama bear and cub trying to enter Florida home
A Florida resident was shocked to see a mama bear and her cub at the door of her home on Christmas. Even more shocking? Her Ring camera caught the curious pair trying to push the front door open.
A Florida resident was shocked to see a mama bear and her cub at the door of her home on Christmas. Even more shocking? Her Ring camera caught the curious pair trying to push the front door open.
Florida man busted with drugs 'wrapped around his penis' tells deputies it's not his: report
Pinellas deputies arrested a man who they say had meth and cocaine "wrapped around his penis" in plastic baggies -- but claimed the drugs were not his.
Pinellas deputies arrested a man who they say had meth and cocaine "wrapped around his penis" in plastic baggies -- but claimed the drugs were not his.
Pasco sheriff: Uber driver located, cooperating after suspected kidnapping
Pasco County deputies say they have located an Uber driver who was suspected of kidnapping after a passenger called 911 to report a person hiding under a blanket in the back seat.
Pasco County deputies say they have located an Uber driver who was suspected of kidnapping after a passenger called 911 to report a person hiding under a blanket in the back seat.
Squirrels chew through wires, force Minnesota park to scale back holiday light display
After a troop of fat, hungry squirrels chewed through the holiday lights in a Minnesota park last Christmas, the vendor refused to put any lights up again this year. It turns out the wires are coated with polylactic acid -- a derivative of corn sugar.
After a troop of fat, hungry squirrels chewed through the holiday lights in a Minnesota park last Christmas, the vendor refused to put any lights up again this year. It turns out the wires are coated with polylactic acid -- a derivative of corn sugar.
Researchers rank the most dangerous Christmas songs
Whether you like the classics or a newer mix, studies suggest some yuletide hits could have an effect on people's ability to drive. Research suggests "Frosty the Snowman" and "All I Want for Christmas is You" top the list.
Whether you like the classics or a newer mix, studies suggest some yuletide hits could have an effect on people's ability to drive. Research suggests "Frosty the Snowman" and "All I Want for Christmas is You" top the list.
134-year-old time capsule possibly found in base of removed Robert E. Lee statue
The 1887 time capsule, believed to be found buried in the pedestal under the Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond, is believed to contain Confederate artifacts.
The 1887 time capsule, believed to be found buried in the pedestal under the Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond, is believed to contain Confederate artifacts.
Mom accused of stealing daughter's identity, collecting financial aid pleads guilty
A Missouri mother has pleaded guilty to a social security fraud scheme that investigators said involved stealing her daughter’s identity to enroll in college and collect financial aid.
A Missouri mother has pleaded guilty to a social security fraud scheme that investigators said involved stealing her daughter’s identity to enroll in college and collect financial aid.