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Woman finds ₹25 lakh worth of luxury items in trash, including Burberry coats and Prada shoes
A mother finds over $30,000 worth of luxury items in trash, including Burberry coats and Prada shoes. She dumpster dives weekly, donating some items and reselling others, driven by environmental consciousness and the thrill of treasure hunting.

Brain teaser: If you crack this tricky maths riddle, you’ll earn certified genius status
A viral math puzzle challenges users to solve: 3+4=19, 5+6=41, 2+8=66, 5+1=? The tricky equation requires creative thinking and defies standard arithmetic, testing problem-solving skills and sparking online discussions about logical reasoning.

Dangerous viral trend has students setting laptops on fire, prompting school evacuations
A dangerous TikTok trend called #ChromebookChallenge is spreading nationwide, with students deliberately causing electrical short circuits in laptops, leading to smoke, fires, and school evacuations across multiple states.

Chinese surgeon dismissed after wife exposes affairs with nurse and junior doctor
A Beijing surgeon was fired and expelled from the Communist Party after his wife exposed his affairs with a nurse and junior doctor, revealing multiple pregnancies, professional misconduct, and ethical breaches at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital.

Heart-stopping moment as elephant charges at man on bike, he dodges just in time: 'Nice escaping mate'
In a viral video, a scooter rider narrowly escapes an elephant's charge in an Indian forest. Travel creator Nolan Saumure captured the tense moment, highlighting wildlife unpredictability and the rider's quick reflexes in dodging potential danger.

Rare behind-the-scenes footage: Emotional moment Pope Leo XIV embraces cardinals after landmark election
Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, elected on May 8, 2025. Vatican footage shows emotional embrace with 133 cardinals, reflecting his humility and gratitude after a historic conclave selection.

Only a true genius with sharp reasoning skills can crack this mind-bending brain teaser
A brain teaser challenges readers to solve: "If John's son is my son's father, who am I?" This puzzle requires critical thinking and tests reasoning skills, highlighting the engaging nature of mind-bending riddles that stimulate cognitive abilities.

Murder victim's AI avatar confronts his killer in Arizona court: ‘We could have been…’
In a groundbreaking case in Arizona, an AI avatar of Chris Pelkey, a man killed in a 2021 road rage incident, addressed his killer during trial. Pelkey's sister created the avatar to convey forgiveness, reflecting his character. The judge appreciated the emotional impact, sentencing the shooter, Gabriel Horcasitas, to 10.5 years for manslaughter. The family found solace in the AI representation.

Mumbai company’s ‘No South candidate’ job posting leaves internet in disbelief
A job posting shared on social media has sparked controversy for specifying "No South candidates" and targeting only "Male candidates." The position is for tech roles in Mumbai, requiring two years of experience. Users criticized the discriminatory nature of the posting, leading to heated discussions about regional biases in hiring practices. The company has yet to respond.

Man gets raise for leaving on time, saying no to extra work: 'Corporate logic makes no sense'
An employee who previously overworked got a 15% raise after setting strict workplace boundaries, leaving exactly at 5pm and refusing extra tasks. His boss praised his newfound efficiency, highlighting the irony of corporate reward systems for reduced overtime.

After 10 years of searching, man finds rare board game in charity shop for ₹210
After a decade-long search, Josh Wright found the rare board game Escape From Atlantis in a charity shop for just £2. The vintage game, originally from the 80s, sells online for up to £70, making his find a nostalgic and valuable treasure.

Employee breaks down after mom calls every 30 minutes, lashes out at his boss: ‘You can’t keep doing this’
A new employee with an overly controlling mother finally stands up to her during a late work night, telling her he needs his job and she can't constantly monitor him. His coworker supports him, marking a turning point in his personal struggle for independence.

Foreign tourist, moved by Delhi auto driver’s kindness, responds in heartwarming moment. Watch
A foreign tourist in Delhi was touched by an auto driver's kindness when he helped her with change. Moved by his honesty, she offered him ₹2,000 and blessings, highlighting a heartwarming moment of human connection and generosity.

'She's my idol': Colonel Sofiya Qureshi's brother praises her powerful message on Operation Sindoor
Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, leading the media briefing on Operation Sindoor, delivered a powerful message about India's targeted strike against terrorism. Her brother praised her achievements, highlighting her family's military legacy and commitment to national service.

Silicon Valley leader's warning on AI: Tech's new bubble about to burst
ChatGPT's explosive launch sparked massive AI hype, with thousands of startups emerging. Silicon Valley expert Gary Marcus warns the AI bubble is bursting, citing diminishing returns, lack of genuine understanding, and persistent problems like AI "hallucinations" in large language models.

‘Rude and unprofessional’: Frontier agents spark outrage after mocking flyer in viral video
A Frontier Airlines passenger was denied boarding after missing check-in deadline, sparking viral video of mocking gate agents. The staff were filmed taunting him and subsequently fired. Public outcry condemned their unprofessional behavior, criticizing the airline's treatment of customers.