White House Struggles to Fill Senior Roles Under Defense Secretary Hegseth

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The White House, including Vice President JD Vance and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, actively seeks qualified candidates to stabilize Hegseth's team. However, political disagreements and Hegseth's contentious decisions, such as the abrupt suspension of aides over alleged leaks, deter potential appointees.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces challenges as at least three candidates decline senior adviser roles, citing internal turmoil and leadership concerns.

Foxes Dig In: Google's £1bn London HQ's Rooftop Garden Invaded

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The rooftop garden, intended to support bees, bats, birds, and butterflies, now hosts foxes possibly feeding on scraps left by construction workers. Pest control experts suggest they could also be living off rats, as 'we don't live more than three metres away from the nearest rat.' The foxes' adaptability turns Google's green oasis into an urban wildlife sanctuary.

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Google's £1bn London HQ's rooftop garden has become a fox haven, with the canines digging burrows in the 300-meter-long green space, causing minimal construction delays.

Heart-Powered Pacemaker Frees Patients from Battery Replacements

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Traditional pacemakers require battery changes every 5-12 years, posing risks like infections. The new self-powered device aims to eliminate these surgeries, offering a safer, more sustainable solution for patients.

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South Korean engineers develop a battery-free pacemaker powered by heartbeats, potentially eliminating the need for replacements and reducing medical risks.

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Amtrak Salvage Center Offers Free Historic Home Materials to West Baltimore Residents

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Residents can access stainless steel appliances, high-end doors, and cabinets at the salvage center. Community groups plan to repurpose marble steps as benches for a new amphitheater, blending historic materials with modern initiatives.

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Amtrak's salvage center in West Baltimore provides free materials from demolished 100-year-old homes, including kitchen sinks and marble steps, to local residents, preserving history and aiding community projects.

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Harrods' £12 Lasagne: TikTok Review Sparks Debate

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While Laura rated the lasagne a '10 out of 10,' some viewers questioned the cost, especially when supermarket alternatives are available for a fraction of the price. One commenter suggested trying a similar dish from M&S for £10.50, highlighting the ongoing debate over luxury food pricing.

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Harrods' £12 lasagne, reviewed by TikToker Laura Khoshaba, garners praise for portion size and taste, yet its price ignites online debate over value.

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Monster Burrito Defeated: Katina Eats Kilos Conquers 8-lb Arkansas Challenge

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Katina’s battle with the Arkansas Monster Burrito wasn’t just about size; the chilli Colorado sauce, with its sly, slow burn, nearly derailed her. The viral food challenge, known for “monster burrito Arkansas” search hype, ended with Katina’s lips on fire and queso-induced triumph. Somewhere, a T-shirt gasped in awe.

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Monster Burrito, Katina Eats Kilos, and 8-lb Arkansas behemoth collide as she demolishes a 32-inch food challenge in 29 minutes, lips on fire, victory assured.

Runaway Pet Zebra Airlifted to Safety After Week-Long Tennessee Adventure

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During his escapade, Ed became an internet sensation, with videos of him trotting through neighborhoods and humorous memes depicting him dining at local eateries. His antics captivated the online community, blending wildlife with suburban life.

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Pet zebra Ed escapes in Tennessee, gallops along Interstate 24, causing traffic chaos, and evades capture for over a week before being airlifted to safety.

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Michigan Woman's $500K Lottery Win Sparked by Clerk's Suggestion

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Initially skeptical, Hughes reread the instructions and returned to the store to confirm her win. "It was surreal when I realized I really had just won $500,000!" she said. She plans to use the winnings to buy a house and save for her children.

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Amanda Hughes, 42, from Gwinn, Michigan, won $500,000 after a store clerk recommended a different scratch-off ticket when her preferred game was sold out.

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Swiss Powerlifter Buried in Snow for 2 Hours, Sets World Record

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Meyer, aiming to demonstrate the body's incredible capabilities, endured the cold and pressure of the snow. He remarked, 'The heavy snow pressed me down, causing my shoulders and elbows to ache.' His achievement highlights human resilience and the pursuit of pushing physical limits.

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Swiss powerlifter Elias Meyer endured over 2 hours buried in snow, clad only in swim trunks, to set a new world record, surpassing the previous 1 hour, 45 minutes mark.

Iran Expands Dog Walking Ban to 18 Cities, Citing Public Health Concerns

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The ban, initially enforced in Tehran, now affects cities like Ilam, Isfahan, and Kerman. Authorities claim dogs in public spaces cause 'fear and anxiety,' leading to stricter regulations.

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Iranian authorities have extended the dog walking ban to 18 cities, including Isfahan and Kerman, citing public health and safety concerns, sparking debate among pet owners.

Wiltshire Firefighters Grill Piglets They Heroically Saved, Then Eat Them

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After the barn fire, Rachel Rivers promised the Pewsey fire crew sausages once the piglets had lived out their swine destinies. The delivery, six months later, prompted a barbecue and a wry Facebook post: “Exactly six months and one day since we rescued 18 piglets—we got to sample the fruits of our labours.” PETA countered with vegan sausages, but the image of firefighters flipping rescued pork on the grill remains unforgettable.

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Wiltshire firefighters rescue 18 piglets from barn blaze, then six months later grill and eat the very sausages made from them—“saved their bacon, then ate it” in a surreal twist.

Mystery Minions Multiply Under Burnley Bridge, Artist Remains Unknown

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Local cyclist Craig Simpson praised the murals, stating they 'brighten up an otherwise dull bit of concrete.' However, National Highways expressed concern that the graffiti could impede structural inspections, potentially leading to costly removals.

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In Burnley, nine new Minion murals have appeared under a motorway bridge, delighting residents but leaving the artist's identity a mystery.

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Boil in the Bag Cremation Turns Remains Into Sterile Liquid and Bone Powder

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Instead of gas and flames, this water cremation uses heated potassium hydroxide to break down the body, releasing just 28kg CO2—far less than fire cremations. The resulting bone powder is returned in an urn, while the liquid vanishes down the drain. “Mixing up my loved one with poo in the sewer” sums up some reactions.

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Boil in the Bag cremation dissolves bodies in UK water funerals, erasing all DNA in 4 hours and leaving only bone powder—critics call it “clams, but weirder.”

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Uri Geller Claims Mind-Powered GPS Sabotage Stalls Greta Thunberg’s Gaza Ship

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After Geller’s declaration, Madleen’s activists—still 24 nautical miles from Gaza—insisted their GPS woes were sabotage, not psychic spectacle. Search interest in “Greta Thunberg ship Gaza GPS” soared as Geller tweeted, “I will use my mind power to mess with your boat.” The result: one navigation system, zero spoons harmed.

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Uri Geller claims responsibility for Greta Thunberg ship’s GPS failure near Gaza, boasting his “mind power” stalled the vessel, as activists accuse Israel just hours before arrival.

Sri Lanka Monkey Survey Derailed as Farmers Inflate Primates, Peacock Counts

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Officials launched the nationwide nuisance wildlife survey hoping for clarity, but instead found 'unusually high' animal tallies, including one village counting more peacocks than people. The phrase 'monkey business' became literal as the government reviews the data to avoid a statistical stampede.

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Sri Lanka monkey survey stalls after farmers report wild boar and peacock numbers topping 9,000, prompting officials to review data and quote: 'unbelievable problem.'

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Garbage Collectors in Kibera Embrace Bitcoin, Transforming Local Economy

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Many locals, like garbage collector Damiano Magak, report preferring Bitcoin for its low fees and perceived safety, with some holding up to 80% of their net worth in the volatile asset. Although some merchants appreciate the lack of transaction fees and speed, fintech experts, like Ali Hussein Kassim, caution against high exposure to such an unstable, unregulated currency. Kassim warns that this could disproportionately impact vulnerable populations, potentially worsening their financial insecurity.

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In Nairobi's Kibera slum, garbage collectors are adopting Bitcoin, turning waste into digital wealth and reshaping the local economy.

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Tracy Kiss Spends £120k to Ditch Barbie Look, Rejoin Her Kids’ World

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No longer the ‘unrecognisable Barbie doll’ on Instagram, Tracy’s dramatic reversal began in August with a £4,500 breast reduction in Turkey and a vow to never touch Botox again. Search traffic booms as curious fans ask, “Why did Tracy Kiss reverse all her surgeries?” She now wakes up less plastic, more parent, rolling out of bed ready for the school run with a face that finally moves.

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Tracy Kiss spends £120k reversing surgeries to abandon Barbie mum image. After 5 augmentations and 1.2M Instagram fans, she returns to her kids’ world, earning real smiles.

Spanish Pilgrims Ride Horses 8,000km to Mecca, Retrace Forgotten Haj Route

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No living soul had hoofed this route to the Great Mosque since 1491, but the trio’s seven-month equestrian odyssey spanned 10 countries and countless cups of tea. “We had crossed so many kilometres to be there and Allah had replied to our wish,” said Harkassi, as horses eyed the nearest patch of shade.

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Spanish pilgrims on horseback cover 8,000km in 7 months, braving snow and rain to Mecca. The trio revive a 15th-century haj route not taken in over 500 years.

Diver Befriends Giant Manta Ray, Inspires Conservation Film

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Kennedy's interactions with Willy, including rides through underwater volcanic peaks and assistance in locating abandoned nets, highlight the intelligence and social nature of manta rays. The documentary aims to inspire a new generation to appreciate and protect ocean life.

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Diver Terry Kennedy's bond with a giant Pacific manta ray named Willy off Baja California's coast transforms him from hunter to conservationist, inspiring 'The Last Dive' documentary.

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Monopoly's Hidden Auction Rule Speeds Up Gameplay

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Implementing the auction rule can reduce the game's length from several hours to approximately 60–90 minutes, as properties are acquired more swiftly, preventing prolonged sessions where players repeatedly land on unowned spaces without transactions.

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Monopoly's little-known auction rule, requiring unpurchased properties to be auctioned, can significantly shorten game duration and enhance strategy.

Rio Rancho High Baseball Player's Urine Prank Leads to Charges Dropped

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The decision to drop charges against the player has sparked discussions about accountability and the handling of misconduct within school sports programs. While some view the outcome as a relief, others express concern over the message it sends regarding acceptable behavior among student-athletes.

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Rio Rancho High baseball player accused of urinating in team water jug has charges dropped, leaving teammates and community questioning the incident's resolution.

Penguin Poop's Surprising Role in Antarctic Climate Cooling

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The study, published in Communications Earth & Environment, suggests that penguin guano's impact on cloud formation could be widespread across Antarctica. While clouds generally cool the Earth's surface by reflecting sunlight, they can also trap heat under certain conditions, indicating a complex relationship between penguin activity and climate dynamics.

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Penguin poop releases gases that seed clouds, reflecting sunlight and cooling Antarctica. This unexpected process highlights the complex interplay between wildlife and climate.

Dull Men's Club: Embracing the Art of the Mundane

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Members engage in quirky activities like touring a stationary bus and discussing tire pressures. As founder Grover Click notes, 'It's tongue-in-cheek humour... a safe place to comment on daily things.'

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Dull Men's Club, with 1.9 million members, celebrates mundane hobbies like flight tracking and woodpecker spotting, offering a whimsical refuge from online toxicity.

Louisiana Bans Chemtrails, Targeting Nonexistent Threat in Skies

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The bill mandates the Department of Environmental Quality to document reported chemtrail sightings and forward complaints to the Louisiana Air National Guard. While lacking penalties, it calls for further investigation. Opponents fear potential disruptions to airline routes and legal challenges against carriers, emphasizing the need for evidence-based policymaking.

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Louisiana's legislature has passed a bill banning chemtrails—despite their nonexistence—joining eight states enacting similar laws against this conspiracy theory.

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Swiss Government Bans Donkeys as Wolf Deterrents in Jura Region

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Despite previous exemptions allowing donkeys as guardians, the Federal Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs has revoked these, emphasizing that such practices violate animal welfare laws. The government also notes a lack of scientific evidence supporting donkeys' effectiveness against wolves, leaving farmers to seek alternative protection methods.

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Swiss government prohibits Jura farmers from using donkeys to protect sheep and goats from wolf attacks, citing legal and practical concerns, leaving flocks vulnerable.

Sperm Donor Son Leaves Husband Fuming, Wife Heartbroken Over Regretful Outburst

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Commenters, waving digital torches of advice, say the marriage is toast unless the husband gets serious therapy, as one quipped, "There is no living with someone who hates your child." The saga’s become a cautionary Reddit tale about the risks of pleasing your partner with life-altering decisions—complete with a toddler climbing for cuddles while dad vanishes behind a wall of resentment.

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Sperm donor son triggers explosive regret as husband, once hands-on, now avoids toddler after 2 years, leaving wife reeling and Reddit torn over next steps.

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Pickup Truck Owner Delivers Petty Revenge When Old Friend Requests Help

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After assisting with just three light boxes, the pickup truck owner wishes her luck and leaves, prompting her to unfollow him that very night. The incident, now a minor Reddit legend, highlights how “owning a truck means you signed up for free U-Haul duties” and inspires fellow truck owners to share tales of unexpected moving requests.

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Pickup truck owner delivers a dose of petty revenge after an old college friend requests moving help, brings his Honda Civic instead, leaving her unimpressed and unfollowing him within 24 hours.

Pornhub Yanks Plug on France, Unleashes Liberty Painting Protest Parade

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France’s abrupt Pornhub blackout comes as Aylo, owner of several top adult sites, protests mandatory age checks, citing privacy fears and device-level solutions. EU child safety probes and UK crackdowns loom, yet French users get only a patriotic painting and a bureaucratic au revoir.

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Pornhub yanks plug on France over strict age verification law, flashing Liberty painting and leaving 67 million French without their favorite site overnight.

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DIY SOS Volunteers Build Youth Club in 8 Days, Leave Beverley Buzzing

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The new Cherry Tree Youth Club now boasts an outdoor gym, communal space, kitchen, meeting room, and cycle path—built from scratch by over 200 volunteers. “Superhuman effort from incredibly talented people,” said designer Gabrielle Blackman, as friendships and even jobs blossomed amid the whirlwind construction and spontaneous celebrations.

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DIY SOS and Beverley volunteers finish youth club in just 8 days, drawing 200 helpers, an 80-year-old tradesman, and nationwide cheers—“buzzing” reactions abound.

Swiss Villages Erect 'Geburtstafeln' to Announce Newborns

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These signs, often adorned with charming illustrations, remain in place until family and friends have visited to celebrate the birth. In central Switzerland, it's customary for friends, family, or local clubs to gift these signs, which are later removed during a 'Täfelifescht'—a gathering where the parents host a barbecue or similar event to thank those who contributed.

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Swiss villages celebrate newborns by erecting 'Geburtstafeln'—colorful signs with the baby's name and birth date—on homes and trees, fostering community joy.

Hong Kong Smokers Face Public Stares as DIY Tobacco Patrol Emerges

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Citizens now wield the power of the glare, stepping in where police can’t catch every puff. As Hong Kong considers banning tobacco sales by birth year, the campaign for a smoke-free city hinges on peer pressure and etiquette patrols. “No one will say it requires the law to compel people to queue,” notes Prof Lo, likening anti-smoking stares to the city’s famed bus-line discipline. Imagine: a thousand eyes, silently enforcing the law with synchronized disapproval.

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Hong Kong smokers, public stares, and a HK$1,500 fine collide as citizens become makeshift anti-tobacco enforcers, sparking a surreal etiquette experiment.

Nakuru Rhino Outruns Crane Truck, Rangers Foiled by Bushes and Antidote

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Instead of a routine rhino relocation, the young female’s wild dash forced rangers to abandon the move and leave her in her birthplace. The International Rhino Foundation says only about 28,000 rhinos remain in the world, making each one especially precious. “Every animal is just so important,” Sheldrick declared, as the 4x4s retreated in defeat, bush victorious.

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Nakuru rhino outsmarts rangers and a crane truck in Kenya, forcing KWS to administer antidote within 5 minutes after a tranquiliser miss sends her dashing for thick bush.

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Walmart Avocado Overload Triggers $1300 Freakout, Customer Calls Police

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Police arrived to mediate after the Walmart customer’s $1300 avocado error, drawing crowds and sparking Reddit debates about self-checkout disasters and user mistakes. As witnesses recounted, the man’s panic peaked when he loudly declared, 'I’m calling the cops!'—turning routine grocery shopping into farce.

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Walmart avocado mishap erupts as customer enters 999 instead of 9, causing a $1300 overcharge and prompting him to call police over 'robbery' at self-checkout.

Kangaroo Brawl Erupts as Flood-Stressed Roo Fights Don James in NSW

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James’s unexpected run-in with the kangaroo during the Mid North Coast floods stunned Port Macquarie residents, who’ve dubbed it ‘the roo rumble.’ Animal attack survival tips soared in search trends after the skirmish, which left both man and marsupial equally rattled and muddy. 'Never thought I’d wrestle a kangaroo in my own backyard,' James admitted, still catching his breath from the absurd melee.

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Kangaroo brawl leaves Don James bruised on NSW’s Mid North Coast as a flood-stressed roo launches a wild fight during May 23 chaos, sparking disbelief and local legend.

Chen Tianming's 10-Story Pyramid Defies Demolition in Guizhou

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Despite lacking building permits, Chen's unconventional home continues to grow, with higher floors swaying in the wind. Tethered by ropes to prevent it from floating away, the structure embodies his determination. 'People often say it's unsafe and should be demolished... but I'll definitely never let anyone tear it down,' Chen asserts.

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Chen Tianming's 10-story pyramid-shaped home in Guizhou defies demolition orders, standing amid rubble as a testament to his defiance and architectural creativity.

10-Foot Alligator Pepe Detained by North Carolina Cops for Paperwork Issue

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Deputies wrangled Pepe on Old 30 Road, sparking laughter and bewilderment with their tongue-in-cheek citation. Searches for 'North Carolina alligator roadside incident' spiked as the massive gator was safely transported to new waters, leaving behind a legacy of dinosaur-themed police humor and one very confused traffic report.

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Alligator Pepe, nearly 10 feet long, detained by North Carolina deputies for lacking 'proper papers,' weighs 400 pounds and draws dinosaur jokes roadside.

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ICE Agents Detain U.S. Marshal Over Mistaken Identity in Federal Lobby Mix-Up

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Mistaken identity led ICE agents to briefly detain a fellow law enforcement officer, fueling confusion in a Tucson federal building. With over 2,200 immigrant arrests made that week, the pressure on ICE was already sky-high. “He exited the building without incident,” officials noted, likely with a raised eyebrow.

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ICE agents detain U.S. marshal in Arizona, mistaking him for a wanted subject. The brief lobby mix-up ended quickly after officers confirmed his identity—leaving officials baffled and the marshal unfazed.

British Tourist Complains: 'Too Many Spaniards' in Benidorm Hotel

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Despite requesting accommodation on flat ground due to mobility issues, Jackson found the hotel situated on a slope, initially being assigned a room on the 14th floor before being moved to the second floor. She and her friend, who together paid £1,133 for the trip, have demanded a full refund or a free holiday as compensation for their 'disastrous' experience.

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British pensioner Freda Jackson, 81, claims her Benidorm holiday was ruined by 'too many Spaniards' at her hotel, leading her to tears and demands for compensation.

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