The village of Lanjarón in Spain has declared it illegal to die within its borders — a symbolic law introduced in response to limited burial space.
Category: Weird International News
Weird news stories from around the globe.
Study Finds Cocaine in Shrimp Across British Waterways
Cocaine in shrimp? A study by King’s College London and University of Suffolk has uncovered a startling level of contamination in the U.K.’s ecosystems.
Man Arrested For Keeping 800-Year-Old Mummy As His ‘Spiritual Girlfriend’
Authorities in Peru are investigating a highly unusual case involving a man who referred to an ancient mummy as his spiritual girlfriend.
China Unveils New Mosquito-Sized Micro Drone for Battlefield Surveillance
China has introduced a new mosquito-sized micro drone designed for battlefield surveillance and reconnaissance. Developed by NUDT.
Face-Hanging Workout Gains Popularity in China Despite Safety Concerns
A new fitness trend dubbed the “face-hanging workout” is gaining attention in China, where older adults are using it as a remedy for spinal discomfort.
UK Researchers Test Poop Pills to Combat Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs
Scientists in the UK are conducting clinical trials to determine whether “poop pills” can help eliminate antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the human gut.
200 Year Old Sheep Skin Condom On Display At Rijksmuseum
The Rijksmuseum has unveiled a unique addition to its latest exhibition on 19th-century sex work: a nearly 200-year-old sheep skin condom.
Woman’s Red Bull Barcode Tattoo Actually Works at Self-Checkout
A woman in Switzerland has captured global attention after revealing her Red Bull barcode tattoo that reportedly functions at retail self-checkouts.
Search Party Mix Up: Man Joins His Own Search Party!
In a bizarre incident in Turkey, a man who was reported missing ended up joining the search party looking for him, leading to a notable search party mix up.
China’s Cliff Bed Attraction Offers A High-Altitude Lounge Experience
Known as the Cliff Bed Experience, the feature has gone viral for offering tourists the chance to lounge on a bed on the edge of a cliff 320 feet high.
Humanoid Robot Malfunction Caught on Camera
A startling incident involving a humanoid robot malfunction at a factory in China has gone viral, raising fresh concerns about the safety of advanced robotics.
Terrifying Surge of Python Attacks in Indonesian Villages
A grandmother was found dead after being swallowed by a 23-foot python spotlighting an increasing frequency of python attacks in Indonesian villages.
So Nutty: Man Is Buried In Snickers Candy Casket
Paul Broome’s final resting place had to match his favorite treat. His dying wish was to be buried in a Snickers candy casket.
Former Israeli Space Chief Claims Earth Is in Contact with Galactic Federation
Former Israeli space security chief sent shockwaves through the world—humanity has made contact with ETs, and they belong to a secretive galactic federation.
Ramen Review Sparks Outrage as Restaurant Owner Puts Bounty on Customers
A ramen review recently set off an intense controversy in Kyoto, Japan, after the owner offers a bounty on two customers who dared to leave a negative review.