Here you will find the most real-life bizarre stories and facts from around the world. From mysteries of the world to bizarre phenomena that will make you question humanity. Be prepared to be baffled by stories so unbelievable that they seem stranger than fiction.
“In France, they used to call me ‘love apple’. For a long time, people believed I would poison them and now you can’t make a bowl of salad without me. Guess who I am?” That was the uplifting journey of the tomato—one striking example of man-made fruits and vegetables. They have come quite a long…
Sometimes, your 9-5 job isn’t enough to make two ends meet comfortably, and you may find yourself searching for strange ways to make money. Maybe you are fresh out of college with a humongous student loan on your back or have your heart set on a gorgeous apartment with a hefty price tag. Whatever the…
Japan is an incredible land of surprises! During my first visit to Japan, I would have described my expectations based on what is Japan best known for—sushi, cherry blossoms, and a selection of incredible temples. But boy, was I in for a treat. I saw the weirdest things in Japan, things I could only dream…
Warning: This is not a suitable read for the faint-hearted. We have a series of eerie stories lined up about the most haunted places in the world. So if you usually jump at the sound of a window slamming shut on a stormy night, you better come clean right now. Alright, let’s do a courage…
We think of ketchup as a condiment, right next to mustard on the dinner table. This red sauce adds a tangy twist to our fries and burgers. But what if we tell you that there was a time when doctors recommended ketchup as medicine? That’s right, ketchup was once sold as a medicine. This popular…
Shipwrecks are fascinating—imagine centuries of history lying submerged in the deep blue, slowly corroding away. There’s something so eerie and mystical about these shipwrecks that have intrigued humanity for centuries. There was a time when it was only accessible to divers or researchers, but thanks to Google Earth, it is now possible to view some…
Do you know how they say that history is often stranger than fiction? Well, that’s completely true. Every now and then, we randomly come across interesting, unknown historical events that are so bizarre that we can’t believe they actually happened. These stories often seem more like fictional tales—so surreal you would think it’s a plotline…
While most of us are happy with a dog or cat, there are a few who fancy lizards and snakes at their home as pets. Then come those thrill-seekers who like to live an unconventional life and are looking for something beyond these usual pets. For them, the world of unusual pet animals offers a…
I got my first period when I was 13 years old. My mother kept a knife under my pillow every night without giving any proper explanation. When I asked her why back in the day, she ignored my question and said it’s one of the ancient rituals that have been practiced in our community. I…
Fear is a common emotion invoked in humans in response to danger. However, phobias are much more than just regular fears—they are irrational fears that can disrupt daily life. They are often a response to something unlikely to cause any harm. These phobias come in all shapes and forms and can impact anyone, regardless of…