📅 News: 2025-06-14
WTF Meter 👽 9.0/10

Air India Crash Site Becomes Unlikely Tourist Attraction

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The phenomenon has sparked debates on social media, with many questioning the ethics of disaster tourism. Officials are considering measures to restrict access, emphasizing the site's status as an active investigation area and a place of mourning for the 274 lives lost.

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Visitors flock to Air India crash site, snapping selfies amid wreckage; authorities alarmed by morbid tourism trend.

Angola Prison Rodeo: Inmates Tame Bulls for Cash Prizes

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Beyond the adrenaline, the rodeo offers inmates a rare chance to earn money, with some making over $400 in three Sundays. This contrasts sharply with their usual wages of 2 to 75 cents per hour. Critics liken the spectacle to a modern-day gladiator arena, questioning the ethics of such entertainment.

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Angola Prison Rodeo sees inmates riding bulls for cash, blending danger with entertainment. Events like 'convict poker' and 'guts and glory' draw crowds.

Florida Man's $10K Spam Splash at Sam's Club

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After the incident, the man casually browsed the snack aisle and lounged on patio furniture before checking out. Arrested at his home in the Village of Piedmont, he faces felony charges for disorderly conduct and criminal mischief due to the significant damage.

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Florida man drenches $10,500 of Spam and Vienna sausages at Sam's Club, leaving shoppers questioning their next canned meat purchase.

📅 News: 2025-06-13
WTF Meter 👽 8.5/10
📅 News: 2025-06-12
WTF Meter 👽 8.5/10

DeSantis Grants Floridians Immunity to Drive Through Protesters

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While the law aims to deter violent protests, opponents argue it could embolden drivers to target peaceful demonstrators. Civil rights groups warn that this measure may disproportionately affect minority-led protests and escalate tensions between citizens and law enforcement. The legislation also increases penalties for crimes committed during a 'riot.'

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Florida's new law shields drivers who plow through protesters, granting civil immunity if they claim self-defense. Critics fear it encourages vehicular vigilantism.

American Airlines CEO Sues Airline Over In-Flight Incident

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The incident occurred on a January flight from Phoenix to New York, where eight Black men were asked to deboard following a flight attendant's complaint. The passengers, who did not know each other and were seated separately, were later allowed back on the plane after an hour-long delay.

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American Airlines CEO Robert Isom files lawsuit against the airline following an in-flight incident involving passenger removal over alleged body odor complaints.

Acrisure Bounce House: UCF's Stadium Rebrands with a Twist

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The stadium, originally named Bright House Networks Stadium upon its 2007 opening, has undergone several name changes, including Spectrum Stadium and FBC Mortgage Stadium. The 'Bounce House' nickname emerged from the stadium's tendency to shake when fans jump in unison, a feature that has become a beloved part of the game-day experience. The official adoption of this nickname in the new title reflects UCF's embrace of its distinctive fan culture.

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UCF's football stadium, famed for its 'Bounce House' moniker, rebrands as 'Acrisure Bounce House' in 2025, blending corporate sponsorship with its quirky legacy.

Vermont Dad's Lawsuit Over Son's Basketball Coverage Dismissed

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Lafayette claimed the newspaper's lack of coverage led to his son's anxiety and panic attacks, requiring medication. The judge noted that the publication's editorial decisions are protected under the state constitution, emphasizing the autonomy of the press.

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Vermont father sues newspaper for not covering son's basketball games; court dismisses case citing press freedom, leaving dad's claims of emotional distress unresolved.

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📅 News: 2025-06-11
WTF Meter 👀 7.7/10

Fond du Lac Deputy's Toilet Paper Heist Ends in Ironic Promotion

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Despite this, Hazelett was rehired at Vilas County Jail and later joined Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office in 2023. This raises questions about hiring practices amid staffing shortages in law enforcement.

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Fond du Lac deputy Coty Hazelett, who resigned in 2020 after pilfering five rolls of jail toilet paper, ironically ascends to a higher position in 2023.

Woman's 'Pick Up Poop' Signs Spark Neighborhood Art War

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One sign, depicting a stick figure in existential despair over uncollected dog mess, prompted a neighbor to add a speech bubble: 'To poop or not to poop?'—a nod to Shakespearean drama in the battle against canine indiscretions.

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A woman’s 'Pick Up Poop' signs ignite a neighborhood art war, as residents retaliate with satirical masterpieces, turning dog waste into a surreal community canvas.

South Korean Court Fines Woman $2,100 for 'Pantsing' Male Colleague

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Despite her apology to the victim and his parents, the court imposed the fine and education requirement, noting her lack of prior criminal record. This case underscores the legal boundaries of workplace behavior and the potential repercussions of actions deemed inappropriate.

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A South Korean woman in her 50s was fined $2,100 for pulling down a male colleague's trousers and underwear in front of coworkers, highlighting legal consequences of workplace pranks.

📅 News: 2025-06-10
WTF Meter 🔥 8.1/10

Florida Man Poses as Flight Attendant, Scores 120 Free Flights

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Beyond his 34 confirmed flights, Alexander expanded his scheme by impersonating crew members from three additional airlines, further complicating the aviation industry's security measures. This case highlights vulnerabilities in airline employee verification processes, raising questions about how such a scheme could persist undetected for years.

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Florida man Tiron Alexander impersonated a flight attendant, securing 120 free flights over six years. Convicted of wire fraud, he faces up to 30 years in prison.

TikTok Titan Khaby Lame Deported After Visa Violation

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Following his detention, Lame accepted voluntary departure from the U.S., a move that may complicate future entries, especially under the current administration's stringent immigration policies. Despite his global fame for silent comedic videos, Lame has not publicly commented on the incident.

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Khaby Lame, TikTok's top creator with 162 million followers, was detained by ICE in Las Vegas for overstaying his visa, leading to his voluntary deportation.

Slick City Opens Columbus' First Waterless Water Park

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The park's proprietary slide technology mimics the speed and performance of water slides, providing an exhilarating experience. Attractions include climbing walls, mini go-kart tracks, and an 'air court' for parkour tricks. 'It's like a water park, but you stay dry,' a visitor remarked.

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Slick City debuts Ohio's first waterless water park in Columbus, featuring high-speed slides and obstacle courses—no swimsuits required.

Florida Man Calls 911 After Paying $300 for Sex, Gets Arrested

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Alnofaie, a Saudi Arabian citizen residing in Miramar, was charged with misuse of the 911 system. He had bonded out following his arrest. This incident adds to Florida's history of unusual 911 calls, including a man who called to report he paid for sex but was scammed.

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Sultan Alnofaie, 21, called 911 after paying $300 for sex at a Florida club and not receiving 'services,' leading to his arrest for misuse of the 911 system.

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LA Protesters Torch Waymo Cars with American Flags Over Deportations

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The protests, centered in downtown Los Angeles, saw demonstrators smashing windows and setting fire to self-driving cars. Waymo confirmed five vehicles were affected and removed from service. The company stated it would suspend operations in the area, following guidance from local law enforcement.

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In Los Angeles, protesters set fire to Waymo's self-driving cars using American flags, opposing recent deportations. The fiery demonstrations led to Waymo suspending downtown services.

Liverpool Woman's £14 Fish and Chips Order Sparks Nationwide Price Debate

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Responses varied: £15 in Southeast London, £9.50 in the Yorkshire Dales, and £10 in Kent. The average UK price for fish and chips is around £9.88, with London prices reaching up to £22.50 for larger portions. As prices rise, Brits still cherish their chippy teas.

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A Liverpool woman's £14 fish and chips order, including mushy peas and curry sauce, ignites a nationwide debate on regional price disparities.

Adults Baffled by Kids' Riddle on Closest Time to Midnight

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The riddle's ambiguity has led to varied interpretations. Some argue 12:03 a.m. is closest, being minutes after midnight. Others contend 11:55 a.m. is nearer, as time moves forward, making it the closest to the next midnight. This debate highlights how a simple question can reveal complex perceptions of time.

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A children's riddle asking for the closest time to midnight has left adults puzzled, sparking debates over options like 12:03 a.m. and 11:55 a.m.

📅 News: 2025-06-09
WTF Meter 👀 7.6/10

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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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.

📅 News: 2025-06-08
WTF Meter 🌶️ 7.7/10

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.

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.

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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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.

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.

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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.

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.

📅 News: 2025-06-07
WTF Meter 🔥 8.4/10

Chandler Teen Finds Wallet, Returns Cash, Receives $4000 E-Bike Reward

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After posting about her son’s honesty, Cody’s mom watched a neighbor buy the eighth-grader an Integrity E-bike, emphasizing the ripple effect of good deeds. The viral act of kindness, paired with Cody’s $4000 electric bike surprise, turned Chandler’s streets into a rolling lesson in integrity. “Your motivation would get you far in life,” the stranger told him.

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Chandler teen Cody Chalmers returns a lost wallet with $300 cash, gets surprise $4000 e-bike reward from stranger after social media praise, inspiring local integrity.

DoorDasher Drives Onto O'Hare Tarmac, Delivers Lunch Beside Jet, Unnoticed

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Security failed to react as the DoorDash driver coasted past a perimeter checkpoint, parked by the plane, and waited, all before police arrived nearly 10 minutes later. This odd episode spotlights airport security loopholes and the enduring power of GPS food cravings.

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DoorDasher driver enters O'Hare tarmac, parks beside United jet for 20 seconds, then moves again—nobody stops him for nearly 10 minutes, food order still hot.

B.C. Pharmacy Hands Child Opiate Pills Instead of ADHD Medication, Mom Horrified

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After the alarming switch, Sarah Paquin’s husband discovered the hydromorphone label and returned the pills to the pharmacy. The incident triggered an immediate suspension for the staff member involved and an apology call from the store owner. “He would have had this high dosage of morphine and been sent off to school, unknowingly,” said Paquin, her voice still shaky with disbelief at the near-miss.

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B.C. pharmacy accidentally gives child opiate pills, not ADHD meds, in shocking prescription mix-up involving powerful hydromorphone and frantic parental discovery.

UnitedHealthcare Execs Declare Luigi Mangione a Terror Threat Over Vivid Fears

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Executives’ emotional reactions reportedly prompted the DA to treat Mangione as a terrorist despite no evidence of violence, raising questions about what truly 'terrorizes' a Fortune 500 boardroom. Some insiders quipped that 'conference room dread' is now a prosecutable offense.

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UnitedHealthcare execs label Luigi Mangione a terror threat after vivid 2025 incident, citing extreme fear responses and triggering a bizarre legal standoff.

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Barney and Betty Hill's 1961 Alien Abduction Sparks New Film

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The Hills' experience included a bright light following their car, humanoid figures, and medical examinations aboard a spacecraft. Their story, detailed in the 1966 book 'The Interrupted Journey,' has significantly influenced popular culture's depiction of alien encounters.

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Barney and Betty Hill's 1961 alien abduction story, involving a UFO encounter and missing time, inspires the upcoming film 'Strange Arrivals,' starring Demi Moore and Colman Domingo.

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