robert.davis What Dumpster Diving Reveals About Bloomington, Indiana…and Maybe the Rest of Us
To some, it’s scavenging. To others, it’s smart shopping. No matter where you land, dumpster diving has quietly grown into something bigger than a back-alley habit. In places like Bloomington,…
Sarah Johnson Egg Punk Delivers A Nerdy Twist to Punk Rock Roots
What kind of punk music do you like? Traditional punk rock is called Chain Punk, but a new type of punk has emerged, called Egg Punk, which brings a new…
World Records No One Asked For
World records are meant to be set and then broken several times over. Strangely, some world records are simply gross and things nobody wants to know about.
Watson Brown’s Afterlife: The Strange Fate of a Martyr’s Body
When Watson Brown joined his father, abolitionist John Brown, in the 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry, he likely understood the risks. He was wounded during the failed uprising and died…
Dumbest 911 Calls: Wasting Emergency Personnel Time
Should you call 911? This service is meant for specific situations, but some people have been coddled into thinking their entire lives are emergencies.
Hip Hop and Cowboy Hats: How Today’s Top Artists Are Changing Western Wear
Over the past few years, hip-hop artists have been embracing a new trend: the modern cowboy aesthetic. Discover how this connection is shaping the western wear frontier.
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Florida Man Strikes Again: The Most Absurd Headlines
You’ve likely heard the term “Florida Man” and understand the person in question has been in some absurd situation that would create some wacky headlines.
Stranger Than Your Average Pet: Legal Exotic Animals in Indiana
Indiana may be known for cornfields and car racing, but its pet laws tell a more unexpected story. While many states have clamped down on exotic animal ownership, Indiana remains…
When a Facebook Joke Sent Thousands to the Desert Looking for Aliens
What started as a joke—“Storm Area 51”—turned into a real-world gathering in Nevada in 2019, with thousands showing up to storm the base.
Buckle Up for a Wild Ride: The Most Bizarre Traffic Violations Across America
Catching the occasional speeding ticket isn’t unusual for some drivers. The citations on this list go well beyond the basics to encompass the truly bizarre. From outrageous stunts to felonious…