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Extreme Travel 5 days ago

'Conjuring House' in Rhode Island launches overnight ghost-camping for outdoorsy paranormal lovers

The Conjuring House in Rhode Island is offering ghost-camping experience for the first time ever. Here's what you need to know if you're hoping to book a paranormal stay.

Pets May 17

12-foot alligator attacks dog at Florida park, owner reportedly frees pet by jumping on gator's back

A 12-foot alligator snatched a couple's pet dog that had been taken out for a walk at Riverside Park in Oviedo, Florida. One of the owners reportedly rescued the dog.

Beach May 16

Florida 'alligator' spotted on beach yields surprise for police: 'Crikey! Look at the size'

An alligator sand sculpture built on the Florida west coast led to a sandcastle-related sea turtle warning from the Treasure Island Police Department.

Mother's Day May 12

Minnesota moms encouraged to fish over Mother's Day weekend without licenses

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Student Anglers Organization are hosting a "Minnesota Moms Fishing Challenge" over Mother's Day weekend.

National Parks May 5

Bat rabies warning issued by National Park Service after California woman gets bitten: 'Behaving strangely'

A California woman was bitten by a rabid bat outside a general store in Death Valley National Park. The National Park Service is reminding the public to not touch wild animals.

Cruises April 23

Princess Cruises' biggest ship ever to make debut in 2024 with Caribbean sailings: 'Most elevated experience'

Princess Cruises' upcoming 1,133-foot Sun Princess ship will homeport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, when it debuts in the U.S. in 2024. The ship will sail to the Caribbean first.

Odd News March 17

'Amazon snake cat' photo seemingly fools internet users after going viral on social media

A photo of a supposed "Amazon cat snake" has gone viral on social media and some people appear to believe the scale-patterned yellow- and navy-furred cat is a real rare species.

Collector Cars March 11

Amelia Earhart's once-lost 1937 Cord added to National Historic Vehicle Register

A 1937 Cord 812 Phaeton originally owned by Amelia Earhart has been added to the National Historic Vehicle registry after an extensive restoration.

LIFESTYLE March 1

On this day in history, March 1, 1872, majestic Yellowstone becomes America's first national park

Yellowstone National Park, a 2.2-million acre preserve of geological marvels and wildlife, became America's first national park on this day in history, March 1, 1872.

GREAT OUTDOORS February 26

America's strangest alligator encounters: See these 13 startling stories

Alligators have been found in places they shouldn't be; some have been lost or stolen from their natural habitats. Here are 13 odd alligator stories that happened in the US and abroad.