15 Bits of Trivia That Totally Sewed Up Our Zoot Suits

From Frank Zappa’s prostate cancer to Shaq’s 400M shoes, explore the unusual, the smart, the revolutionary, and the downright bizarre
15 Bits of Trivia That Totally Sewed Up Our Zoot Suits

Ah, the wonders of the modern world! Every day, it seems, we are presented with a new story that leaves us shaking our heads in disbelief. From Frank Zappa’s diagnosis of prostate cancer in 1990 to the discovery of a mysterious eyebrow-raising muscle in dogs, it’s clear that the world is full of surprises. 

And then there’s the downright bizarre – like the Russian bomber who was killed by a spam text message wishing her a happy new year, or the polaroid company that had to warn people not to shake their photos, as suggested by OutKast’s hit song “Hey Ya”. 

These stories and more are collected here, a testament to the wild and wonderful world we live in. So, without further ado, let’s dive into this list of the strangest, most inspiring, and most unbelievable stories from the last few years. Enjoy, because there is no way the world will ever get weirder than it is right now!

Mexican club Atlético Celaya denied female player Maribel Dominguez due to Fifa’s gender divide.

Fifa: Keeping Men and Women Apart, One Signing at a Time. 14 4 Fifa prevented Mexican club Atlético Celaya from signing female player Maribel Dominguez in 2004, citing a need for a clear separation between men's and women's football. CRACKED.COM

Wired 

OutKast wrong: Polaroid says don’t shake it.

CNN / Huffpost 

Short legs, curved ribcage, strong jaws: Meet the Badger-Hunting Dachshund.

AKC

Henry Cavill: Hollywood’s Unluckiest Man?

Koimoi

Kidnapping

Dogs have a secret weapon: a mysterious eyebrow-raising muscle.

PNAS / Britannica 

Happy New Year? Russian bomber receives deadly text.

NBC  / NY Post

Shaq's response? 400M pairs of affordable shoes.

Yahoo Sports

Lights Out! Vancouver's 350 street lights turn purple.

CBC

19-year-old eats free, works out, and lands $50,000.

CNET

Elephants: smarter than you think!

NBC

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