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August 29, 2023

Man lights newspapers on fire in NYC subway, throws at other riders including kids: video

NYPD detectives are investigating after an unknown man was recorded throwing flaming newspapers at riders on a subway platform in Manhattan on Monday.

August 28, 2023

Couple refuses to tip after waitress asked them if they wanted to split the bill, woman claims

A reported waitress on Reddit claimed that a man left a note saying he thought she was "rude" for asking him and his wife if they wanted to split their restaurant bill.

August 26, 2023

Halloween is heaven for 'horror-loving' Ohio woman who's spent $2,000 on spooky items for her house

A "horror-loving" homeowner in Antwerp, Ohio, estimates she's spent some $2,000 on spooky Halloween decorations for her home — which she keeps up all year long. Here are details.

August 26, 2023

Dad ducks out of his son's wedding early, then wonders what he's done wrong: 'I love them both'

In a family wedding drama shared on social media, the father of the groom cannot figure out what he's done wrong after he left his son's wedding early. Plenty of responses poured in.

August 26, 2023

Virginia 'bird bandit' wanted after robbing victim at knifepoint while parrots sat on hat, shoulder: police

A knife-wielding "bird bandit" is accused of robbing a man at a McDonald's while parrots sat on his cowboy hat and shoulder. He is wanted for strong-arm robbery.

August 24, 2023

Bride asks friend to make wedding cake, is then 'offended' when questioned if she's paying for ingredients

A bride asked others if she's wrong for being upset that the friend she tasked with baking a wedding cake is wondering if there's compensation for the cost of ingredients — sparking debate.

August 24, 2023

Married couple fights after 75-pound dog refuses to leave the husband's side — even in bed

A 75-pound dog is causing a major disagreement between a married couple after the pet continues to jump on the couch and the bed — angering the wife, who said she never agreed to that.

August 24, 2023

Shark found on riverbank in landlocked Idaho causes alarm, officials say

A salmon shark found on the shores of the Salmon River in Idaho last week was dropped there for what officials say was likely a prank "for a good laugh."

August 24, 2023

Seattle police arrest burglary suspect found chugging gasoline in victim's garage, bodycam video shows

Police in Seattle rescued a 17-year-old girl home alone and arrested a burglary suspect found drinking gasoline in the garage, authorities said.

August 23, 2023

New York golfer accused of beating goose to death with club

A golfer was arrested under suspicion of animal cruelty for allegedly striking a goose to death with his club on a Mahopac, New York, golf course.