The parents of Max Park, the 21-year-old who set a world record for solving a Rubik’s Cube in 3.13 seconds, say that cubing “saved their son’s life.”
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Giant invasive snails put parts of Florida under quarantine
Parts of Southern Florida have been placed under quarantine thanks to the discovery of an invasive and destructive giant African land snail.
Video shows bear dangling from second-floor window after breaking into home, stealing pork chops
A Colorado bear was caught on video dangling from the second-floor window of a home it broke into in order to steal some snacks, including pork chops.
Taco Bell to pay $85,000 for gift card violations
Taco Bell has been ordered to pay out $85,000 for violating gift card rules in California
Video of man being pinned by police over a $5 pizza in Kansas City Walmart sparks outrage
Two Kansas City officers are being disciplined after they pinned Dayton Borisouth to ground, asking him to see his receipt for a frozen pizza.
TikToker arrives at his own funeral in helicopter after faking his death
David Baertan, a Belgian TikToker, has received criticism online for faking his death only to arrive at his own funeral in a helicopter.
Newly-engaged New York man presumed dead after kayak accident at national park
A newly engaged New York couple’s vacation turned tragic last week when Travis Valenti drowned after a kayaking accident in Olympic National Park.
After Michigan moms say Happy Meals had box cutters instead of toys, McDonald’s investigates
Two Detroit-area moms said they were shocked to find box cutters in place of toys in McDonald’s Happy Meals served to their children.
Costco frozen fruit mix recalled over Hepatis A concerns
Costco shoppers are advised to check their freezers after a recall was issued for Costco frozen fruit mix due to potential Hepatitis A exposure.
Black bear caught on camera enjoying a swim at crowded beach
Videos of a black bear swimming at a crowded Florida beach attracted social media attention this weekend as beachgoers shared the close encounter.