News Mania Desk/7th August 2024
- Albino Alligator Hatches at Florida Safari Park:
A Florida safari park announced the hatching of a baby albino alligator, marking the third successful hatching in their breeding program’s history. The baby alligator, born to parents Snowflake and Blizzard, will be on display to the public after a month. - Disneyland Honors Free Admission Ticket from 1985:
A California man received free admission to Disneyland with a ticket he won in 1985. His daughter recently attempted to use the ticket, and the park honored it, nearly 40 years later. - Missouri Museum Unveils World’s Longest Shoelace:
A museum in Missouri partnered with a business to create the world’s longest shoelace, measuring 2,729 feet—more than half a mile. - Escaped Pet Python Wreaks Havoc in Art Gallery:
In Scotland, an escaped pet python caused quite a mess after breaking into an art gallery. The snake was eventually reunited with its owner.
- Massive Dragonfly Swarms in Rhode Island:
Visitors to a Rhode Island beach experienced swarms of dragonflies descending from the water, disrupting their peaceful day at the beach. - Merlympics in Switzerland:
The Merlympics, held in Geneva, Switzerland, is a unique event where competitors dressed as mermaids showcase their athletic skills. This event has been a tradition since 2015. - AI Priest “Defrocked” for Misleading Users:
“Father Justin,” an AI priest created by a Christian group in San Diego, was “defrocked” after it was discovered that he was performing sacraments and misleading users into believing he was a real clergy member. - Massive 8.33-Pound Eggplant in Iowa:
An Iowa man set a new world record by harvesting an eggplant weighing 8.33 pounds. The giant vegetable is part of his hobby of growing oversized produce. - Bear Seen with Coyotes in Los Angeles:
A doorbell camera in Los Angeles captured footage of a bear hanging out with two coyotes, an unusual sight that left residents bewildered.
- Tank Falls Off Flatbed Trailer in Texas:
Traffic on a Texas highway was delayed when a military tank fell off a flatbed trailer, causing a significant disruption until it was safely removed.
