Odd News - Page 31

June 2

Airline passenger sparks heated debate about 'rarely enforced' baggage policy on flight

Reddit users are debating some airline baggage policies after a passenger's complaint about the inconsistent enforcement of carry-on rules on a flight from Atlanta.

May 31

Woman makes 'miracle' discovery in debris 7 months after surviving Hurricane Helene with boyfriend

Kylie Landolfi of North Carolina found her lost iPhone months after surviving Hurricane Helene’s landslide. Now she's hoping to recover precious photos of the home she shared with her boyfriend.

May 31

Archaeologists unearth ancient bread that survived underground for 5,000 years

A rare 5,000-year-old bread loaf was recently found in Turkey's Eskisehir province. Preserved by burning, it's now recreated by bakers using ancient grains.

May 29

Police bodycam footage shows arrest of man who allegedly posed as a high school student

Video shows authorities arresting a 24-year-old Venezuelan national during a traffic stop who is accused posing as a teenager to enroll at an Ohio high school. (Perrysburg Police Dept.)

May 29

Archaeologists solve grim mystery of 1,500-year-old bucket found at historic tourist site

Archaeologists recently uncovered the purpose of a 1,500-year-old bucket at Sutton Hoo, revealing that it was used as a cremation vessel for an important Anglo-Saxon figure.

May 28

Rare diamond brooch found hiding in jewelry box delivers 'special moment'

A diamond brooch hidden in a jewelry box of low-value items was spotted by an expert and later sold for over $3,100, helping to break auction records for the U.K. firm that sold it.

May 28

Travelers are stuffing basic household item with clothes to avoid flight baggage fees

As airlines tighten luggage rules, some travelers are using pillowcases to sneak extra items on board. Experts weigh in on this clever yet risky travel hack.

May 27

Experts solve mystery of ancient 'mummified dragon' discovered by Japanese shogun

The mystery of Japan's mummified "rainbow dragon" was recently solved by researchers. The skeleton dates back to the 11th or 12th century and was found in Nara.

May 26

Truck explosion in suburban neighborhood damages homes, injures driver

Investigators have ruled Saturday morning's explosion in a Chicago suburb to be an accident, saying there was indication of anything suspicious. (Rock Foreman, Owner of RK Rentals/TMX)

May 26

Researchers find 'compelling evidence' of possible Noah's Ark remains in one country

Potentially indicating the location of Noah's Ark, researchers at Turkey's Durupinar site have uncovered promising evidence of a man-made structure within a boat-shaped formation.