A flurry of bizarre news stories have emerged recently, from a tourist's quest for free beer with a mythical skull to a nuclear facility's unsettling discovery. Here's a deep dive into some of the weirdness you might have missed.
The Great Unicorn Skull Heist
The saga of the "unicorn skull" found in Cornwall has taken a new turn. A Canadian tourist, John Goodwin, allegedly traded the skull for unlimited ale at the Stonehenge Inn. While a barman at the pub confirmed it once had the skull, he claimed it had been sent to a museum, though he could not name which one. This contradicts a report from another publication that said the barman took it home, as it was "freaking him out."
The skull was originally discovered at St. Nectan’s Glen, a site of special scientific interest, meaning its removal was illegal and could carry a fine or even imprisonment. John has since left the UK, leaving behind a pub full of mystery and a skull that a zoo archaeologist has since confirmed to be a horse's skull with a well-made cow's horn attached. The big question remains: Is the skull still hidden away with the pub manager? The mystery, it seems, continues.
Radioactive Wasps and Rhinos
An unsettling tale of radioactive wasps has emerged from a South Carolina nuclear facility. While officials were quick to say there was no danger, a nest found on a post near liquid nuclear waste tanks had radiation levels 10 times the federal limit. The story is linked to a separate anti-poaching campaign in South Africa where rhinos are being injected with radioactive isotopes to deter smugglers. This has led to speculation about the possibility of glowing rhinos and super-wasps roaming the land.
The Warminster Thing and the Warminster Conference
A new, 20-meter mural has been unveiled in Warminster to mark 60 years since the town's UFO frenzy began. The mural, funded by a community group, depicts UFOs, creatures, and key local figures like journalist Arthur Shuttlewood, who documented the events.
The segment also included breaking news of a recent UFO sighting in Gosport, where a dog walker observed two star-like objects circling each other before "accelerating away in opposite directions." This unexplained sighting adds another entry to the UK's rich history of UFO phenomena and serves as a reminder that the truth just might be out there. An upcoming UFO conference in Warminster is also set to explore these enduring mysteries.
The Terrifying Truth of Mirrors in the Bedroom
Finally, a psychic medium on TikTok has shared an age-old superstition about mirrors in the bedroom. According to her, having a mirror facing your bed can act as a portal for "unwanted spirits." She advised covering mirrors with a cloth or blanket to prevent "low vibration" entities from coming into your home and causing restless sleep. Other commenters on the video shared similar experiences, suggesting that if you have a mirror in your bedroom, you might want to consider protective prayers, saging, or at the very least, covering it up.