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Even snakes have to audition for the opera at the Met. Princess the boa constrictor got the part
The Metropolitan Opera in New York requires auditions for everyone on stage More »
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Competitors dig deep in Hungarian grave-digging contest
A grave-digging contest in a Hungarian cemetery showcases the skills of the trade and aims to shake off death-related taboos More »
Scientists studying cockroach milk and nose-blowing win Ig Nobel prizes for quirky science
Researchers have been honored for their quirky, imaginative contributions to science at the 36th annual Ig Nobel Prizes More »
In Chile, injured penguins sport copper vests to help them heal
Researchers in Chile have designed special vests for penguins to help them recover during El Nino More »
British police try to track down theft of 70,000 pints worth of Guinness stout
British police are working to recover 70,000 pints of stolen Guinness More »
Pabst Blue Ribbon offers $20,000 reward to help find its missing beer
Pabst Blue Ribbon wants its beer back, and it’s offering a reward to help that happen More »
'Aura farming' trend inspired by video games is sweeping Latin America
Young people across Latin America are gathering on beaches, parks and other public spaces to take part in "aura battles," a trend that has moved from the internet to the real world More »
At 91, Dale 'Grey Beard' Sanders reclaims record as oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail
A 91-year-old man who goes by the nickname Grey Beard has reclaimed his record as the oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail More »
Hundreds show up to judge New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani look-alike contest
Hundreds of people showed up near New York City's Washington Square Park to judge a Mayor Zohran Mamdani look-alike contest More »
Spinning and dipping, Minnesota fairgoers delight in the classic Tilt-A-Whirl ride as it turns 100
With screams and giggles, Minnesota fairgoers are taking delight in the magic of the Tilt-A-Whirl ride as it turns 100 years old More »
