Ripley's Weird News

A South Korean university has developed a commode that makes use of human waste by turning poop into power — and they pay for contributions!

Born on May 28, 1888, in present-day Oklahoma, Jim Thorpe was one of the most successful all-around American athletes of the 20th century. King Gustav V of Sweden dubbed him “the greatest athlete in the world.”

“What if you could start all over, would you?” That’s the question that launched Britain’s 2016 series, Eden—a show that forgot to tell contestants they were no longer on air.

The remains of eight Christianized Vikings have been discovered in Sweden—including those of twin infants!

Scientists believe the not-so-little critter slid into a limestone crevice on the bottom of a prehistoric lake and was quickly covered by fine silt and clay, which ensured its preservation.

Animals have devised fascinating ways to rest while on the go, maintaining enough alertness to evade predators trying to surprise them during a snooze fest.

While nearly 3.5 million admirers visit the Statue of Liberty each year, her journey to Liberty Island almost didn’t happen!

According to a study released on Monday, a perfectly preserved 4,400-year-old snake-shaped stick discovered in a lake in Finland may have been a shaman’s staff used to perform mystical rituals.

We’ve “got some ‘splaining to do” when it comes to the unbelievable life and legacy of Lucille Ball.

Now at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Orlando, visitors can virtually unravel and explore beneath the wrappings of a mummified priest, as well as an Ibis bird mummy thanks to advanced technology from Interspectral.