The Asteroid Hunter's Guide to the Galaxy: How to Avoid Wickets, Selfies, and Stalkers

The Asteroid Hunter’s Guide to the Galaxy Welcome, Earthlings! In a world where cricket matches can turn into nail-biting sagas, stalkers can be kept at bay by vigilant event organizers, and telescopes may hold the key to our cosmic future, one has to wonder: what’s next? Let’s embark on a whimsical journey through the latest oddities of our universe, from sporting disasters to cosmic discoveries and the relentless selfie craze....

June 23, 2025 Â· 5 min Â· 993 words Â· Oliver Thompson, Lucy Patel

When Authors Attack: The Curious Case of Literary Stabbings and the Quest for Safety in Literature

The Unlikely Intersection of Literature and Violence London, United Kingdom In a bizarre twist of fate that seems ripped from the pages of a sensationalist novel, the literary world has been rocked by incidents that could make even the most seasoned crime writer raise an eyebrow. It started with an unfortunate event involving Jonathan Peter Brooks, who allegedly stabbed his colleague, Graeme Perks, leaving him with a staggering “95% chance of dying....

June 9, 2025 Â· 5 min Â· 907 words Â· Oliver Thompson, Emily Carter

Lost in Paradise: The Unbelievable Journey of a Spring Breaker and the Search for Truth

Lost in Paradise: The Unbelievable Journey of a Spring Breaker and the Search for Truth Punta Cana, Dominican Republic As the sun sets over the shimmering beaches of Punta Cana, the vibrant atmosphere of spring break hangs in the air, filled with laughter, music, and the occasional disastrous decision. But for one University of Pittsburgh student, this paradise has turned into a nightmare. The Disappearance It began like any other spring break adventure....

March 15, 2025 Â· 4 min Â· 846 words Â· Miguel PĂ©rez, Sofia MartĂ­nez

When Luring Goes Wrong: The Curious Case of the 'Friendly' Meet-Up Gone Awry

A Meeting of Minds or a Trap in Disguise? Liverpool, England - In what could only be described as a bizarre episode worthy of a low-budget thriller, a group of individuals managed to turn a simple meeting into a scene straight out of a crime drama. Reports are emerging that several unsuspecting men were lured into meetings under the guise of friendly encounters, only to find themselves the victims of a coordinated attack and theft....

January 13, 2025 Â· 4 min Â· 714 words Â· Oliver Thompson, Emily Carter

The Great Double-Decker Bus Debate: Are We Ready for Community Notes on Public Transport?

The Unforeseen Consequences of Community Notes on Public Transport London, United Kingdom In a world increasingly dominated by social media, where opinions can go viral faster than you can say “double-decker bus,” the idea of relying on “community notes” for public transport has hit the streets of London like a rogue pigeon. This discussion has been ignited by the tragic incident involving a 14-year-old boy who was stabbed to death on a double-decker bus, but now it seems the conversation is veering off in all sorts of directions, including how to manage our public transport information....

January 7, 2025 Â· 4 min Â· 774 words Â· Oliver Thompson, Emily Carter

Chaos in the French Quarter: New Year's Celebrations Turn Tragic

A New Year to Remember for All the Wrong Reasons New Orleans, USA - As the clock struck midnight and fireworks painted the sky, revelers in New Orleans’ famed French Quarter were filled with joy, exuberance, and a few too many cocktails. Unfortunately, the celebrations took a dark turn, transforming what should have been a jubilant entry into a new year into chaos and heartbreak. The Incident: A Celebration Gone Wrong Just hours after the last sip of champagne was raised in a toast to 2025, a driver, whose sobriety is currently under investigation, barreled through the crowded streets, plowing his pick-up truck into a throng of partygoers....

January 1, 2025 Â· 4 min Â· 772 words Â· Louisiana Jones, Margaret LeBlanc