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Popular weight-loss drugs linked to rare 'pirate disease'

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Popular weight-loss drugs linked to rare 'pirate disease'

Drone search launched for runaway wallaby in New Jersey that can reach 35 mph: ‘They get hoppin’

New Jersey December 30

Drone search launched for runaway wallaby in New Jersey that can reach 35 mph: ‘They get hoppin’

Missing wallaby spotted in Walmart parking lot after hopping away from New Jersey farm. Rex can leap 10 feet and reach speeds up to 35 mph, owner says.

Florida man allegedly steals 400 pounds of avocados to buy Christmas presents for children

Crime December 27

Florida man allegedly steals 400 pounds of avocados to buy Christmas presents for children

A Florida man was arrested after he allegedly trespassed in an avocado grove and stole roughly 400 pounds of the fruit in order to sell them for money to buy Christmas gifts.

Nude burglar arrested on Christmas night after allegedly breaking into two luxury Florida homes

Miami December 26

Nude burglar arrested on Christmas night after allegedly breaking into two luxury Florida homes

A nude man allegedly broke into two luxury Golden Beach homes Christmas night and was found hiding in the garage of a $12 million home after drinking.

Nebraska grandfather killed in 'freak accident' at McDonald’s drive-thru

Nebraska December 26

Nebraska grandfather killed in 'freak accident' at McDonald’s drive-thru

A grandfather died days before Christmas in a "freak accident" at a Nebraska drive-thru after being pinned between his car and the payment window.

Late-night joyride ends in disaster as driver smashes into towering Christmas tree on camera

Christmas December 24

Late-night joyride ends in disaster as driver smashes into towering Christmas tree on camera

Wild CCTV footage captures driver's joyride gone wrong as car crashes into Christmas tree in Kazakhstan square, toppling holiday display before fleeing.

Flyers warn air travel is becoming unbearable as passenger seats keep shrinking

Travel December 24

Flyers warn air travel is becoming unbearable as passenger seats keep shrinking

Passengers share cramped airplane seat stories on social media, sparking heated debates about airline policies and personal space boundaries during flights.

Airline passengers on 'Jetway Jesus' and 'miracle flights' accused of faking disabilities for better boarding

Travel December 21

Airline passengers on 'Jetway Jesus' and 'miracle flights' accused of faking disabilities for better boarding

Social media users are blasting "Jetway Jesus" and "miracle flight" scams, as some passengers allegedly fake disabilities to board early on wheelchairs, then walk off unassisted.

Large Burmese python on video getting pulled from Florida neighborhood tree: 'It was pretty dangerous’

Wild Nature December 20

Large Burmese python on video getting pulled from Florida neighborhood tree: 'It was pretty dangerous’

Professional snake removal experts captured a 30-pound, 6½-foot Burmese python from a Miami-Dade residential area, preventing potential danger to pets and children.

Ancient weapons linked to legendary medieval rulers found in lake near royal stronghold

Discovery December 17

Ancient weapons linked to legendary medieval rulers found in lake near royal stronghold

Medieval weapons in Poland's Lake Lednica linked to the country's first rulers, Mieszko I and Bolesław the Brave, were found recently by archaeologists.

'Massive' rat spotted running through airplane forces cancellation of vacation flight

Travel December 16

'Massive' rat spotted running through airplane forces cancellation of vacation flight

Shocking video shows rat scurrying through KLM flight cabin from Amsterdam to the Caribbean, forcing airline to cancel connecting flight to Bonaire for safety.

Strange celebrity 'naked Christmas tree' trend sparks pushback: 'Ornaments are a must'

Holiday December 15

Strange celebrity 'naked Christmas tree' trend sparks pushback: 'Ornaments are a must'

Minimalist Christmas trees are sparking debate as some call them elegant, while others say they won't give up traditional ornament-filled trees and cherished family memories.

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Family outraged after major airline seats toddler apart from parents, sparking viral debate

Travel 1 day ago

Family outraged after major airline seats toddler apart from parents, sparking viral debate

Historic town could fine locals who leave trash bins out too long, ruining visitors' Instagram shots

Travel 1 day ago

Historic town could fine locals who leave trash bins out too long, ruining visitors' Instagram shots

Mystery solved? 150-year-old alcohol found in Utah may not be beer after all

Food-Drink 2 days ago

Mystery solved? 150-year-old alcohol found in Utah may not be beer after all

Vegan passenger horrified after airline served 'rotten' sandwich on flight: 'Worst meal I have ever had'

Food-Drink 4 days ago

Vegan passenger horrified after airline served 'rotten' sandwich on flight: 'Worst meal I have ever had'