Take A Break From The Real News: Read Some of the Weirdest News Ever
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Whether you're looking for an offbeat true story, or some very clever satirical news, here are some headlines you're sure to enjoy! Updated daily, for maximum freshness!
Why We Enjoy Weird News
- Sometimes, you need a break from the serious news.
- Laughter is the best medicine.
- You don't feel so odd when you read about what other people are doing.
Read some of the latest odd news stories here
Here are the latest odd news headlines from real news sources. Truth is stranger than fiction, after all!
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In the mood for some sharp satire?
Here are some fun fake news items from The Onion, which has been called "The funniest publication in the United States," by The New Yorker.
Also from the site: The Onion is not intended for readers under 18 years of age.
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Do you like your news with a touch of political satire?
Here are the latest entries from Comedy Central's Indecision 2008 blog, which includes commentary and video from Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, and others.
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- The Darwin Awards
- The Darwin Awards: Chlorinating the Gene Pool, Culling the Herd, Unnatural Selection, Evolution in Action! Vote. Submit and Nominate! Chuckle. Share with college kids, read at parties. Buy Stuff. Rent the Movie! Ask yourself, 'What would Darwin do?'
- NEWS of the WEIRD
- Find out how the other half lives by taking a look at the bizarre-but-true weird news from around the world, edited by Chuck Shepherd and nationally-syndicated by Universal Press Syndicate
- Slightly off center . . .
- Slightly off center . . . Take the money and run GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The driver of a Brinks armored truck apparently took the money and ran. James Parker drove away in the truck — carrying several hundred thousand dollars &...
- CANOE -- CNEWS - Weird News
- Canada and International News
- Twins separated at birth met and married (true story - London)
- They didn't find out they were twins until after they had married.
Your turn: How do you like your weird, offbeat, and fake news?
What's your favorite odd news story? Want to suggest a link? Go for it!
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- Twmarsh Twmarsh Oct 4, 2008 @ 7:36 pm
- Great lens idea. I think we all need a break from the "real" news once in a while. 5 stars!
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- kephrira kephrira Aug 18, 2008 @ 6:08 am
- Really like the lens. Take a look at the Worlds Funniest Newspaper Headlines for more similar humour.
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