Here’s a quick rundown of the weirdest and most interesting stories this week:
1. Ohio’s AI Bill: No Marrying Robots!
Ohio Rep. Thaddeus Claggett wants to legally define AI as “nonsentient” and block them from marrying humans or gaining any legal rights like power of attorney. Basically, a reminder that humans stay in charge — no robot overlords (or spouses) allowed.
2. Worst Criminal Ever: Confessing to ChatGPT
19-year-old Ryan Schaefer wrecked cars in a Missouri university parking lot — then admitted it… to ChatGPT. Police found his AI chats where he asked if he’d get caught and made threats. Spoiler: ChatGPT does not keep your crimes secret.
3. Hair Museum Closing After Founder Dies
Leila’s Hair Museum in Missouri, housing hair relics from famous folks like Ozzy Osbourne and Marilyn Monroe, is closing after 30 years due to founder Leila Cohoon’s death. The collection is being donated to museums, and it’s a bittersweet farewell for her granddaughter.
4. Haunted Hotel Pays $5,000 to Ghost Hunter
El Cortez Hotel & Casino in Vegas, known for creepy basement remains and ghost stories, is paying someone $5,000 to spend a weekend ghost-hunting. Expect EMF meters, EVP recorders, and thermal cameras — and maybe some serious scares.
5. Hero Dog Saves Grandma
In Florida, an 86-year-old woman went missing on a walk. Her granddog, Eeyore, led deputies straight to her after she’d fallen. Grandma’s safe and grateful for her furry hero.
6. Don’t Swallow Frogs or Eat Too Many Gummies
- In China, an elderly woman swallowed live frogs to treat back pain — ended up with parasitic infections and a hospital stay.
- In England, a trucker ate a massive bag of gummy candies in three days, then got hospitalized with diverticulitis. Lesson: moderation, people!
7. Repeat Burglar Haunts Maryland Store
One thief broke into the same Maryland business three times without damaging anything. The owner’s baffled but the police are on it.
8. Luxury Toy Car for Toddlers—$49,000!
Want your toddler to ride around in style? A scaled-down Mercedes-Benz SL300 with leather seats and a subwoofer is available… if you can afford it.
9. Halloween Decor Gets Man Charged
Kentucky man’s Halloween “bodies” in trash bags labeled with city official titles have him facing charges for intimidating witnesses. A spooky way to protest city disputes!
10. Wanted: Morgan Freeman (Not That One)
Avon and Somerset Police in England are looking for a Morgan Freeman — no, not the actor. This one’s a 27-year-old fugitive who skipped out on prison license rules.
