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A thief in Russia used heavy machinery to lift 82 concrete slabs, worth about $6,000 USD, onto three trucks. Unsurprisingly, he didn't get far.

They take their rules as seriously on the Emerald Isle as anywhere else - especially when it comes to toasting bread.

A woman in Beijing recently sued a hotel for failing to wake her up, demanding more than $6,000 in damages for causing her to oversleep and miss an exam.

This digest is based on the theory that we are all habitual characters and that our daily habits drive our productivity, our behavior, and ultimately our character. The goal of this digest is to enable people to become super efficient on the small things so that it frees up time for the more meaningful things in our lives such as family and friends, our hobbies, and a better lifestyle.

Of the Academy Award-nominated silent French film The Artist, Belgians have joked: "When the French shut up, the whole world appreciates them!"

People talk smack about their neighbors all over the world - and New Zealand is no exception. The country's 31st prime minister, the late Robert "Piggy" Muldoon, famously stated, "New Zealanders who emigrate to Australia raise the IQ of both countries."

When Burma's longstanding, censorship-running Division of Press Scrutiny was finally shut down for good, a former director noted being glad to be done with an ugly job, stating, "We didn't arrest or torture anyone, but we had to torture their writing."

In a country famous for its love of both beer and rugby, it should probably come as no surprise that someone invented a beer vending machine you have to tackle to operate.

Anonymous hackers recently broke into the official accounts of President Bashar al-Assad, retrieving hundreds of emails and dumping them for all the world to see - and revealing that the ruthless dictator didn't have the ironclad online protection you might've expected.

After stamping the "passport" of a nine-year-old girl's stuffed bear, customs officials in Turkey found themselves squarely in the crosshairs of the global laugh machine.

Selections from Reader's Digest magazine's most popular series The Most Unforgettable Character I Ever Met. All of these stories have one thing in common: Somehow, each of the characters featured struck home in the memory of the storyteller. These characters enriched lives through humor, wisdom, adventure, and affection, each possessing a unique regard for humanity, each a gem reflecting its own light.

This digest depicts the rise of Bitcoin as it secures its position as the number one digital currency and as the new "digital" gold standard for the millennial age.

For more than two decades, zookeepers at Islamabad's Marghazar Zoo have demanded a large annual delivery of alcohol, which they say they use to "calm down" the zoo's elephants during mating season.

We often spend our precious time on things that just do not matter in the long-term, whether that is being consumed by something specific or just our daily activities. The Smart Mindset shows you how to focus on essential items that will accelerate your success and block everything else out. The digest includes easy-to-apply everyday techniques that will propel you forward in your personal and professional life, giving you that competitive edge.

Iran has suggested that the US government staged the infamous 9/11 attacks in New York City - an insult in the eyes of Al Qaeda, the terrorist group behind 9/11, who called the attacks "the greatest and biggest operation ever committed against America". No word on Iran's theories about the Kennedy assassination or the moon landing.

Aiming to deliver "guilt and shame" to their own police officers, Bangkok law enforcement officials looked to ubiquitous cartoon kitten Hello Kitty.

For one fast-food manager in Lancashire, employees are expected to always come to work ready, willing, and able - even on their wedding day.

This is a summary and discussion of Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything. What’s in it for me, and why is it important? Tiny Habits covers the full range of what influences behaviors and how you can use the information to change your habits. You will learn, step by step, how to create new habits and eliminate bad habits. Fogg reveals that your habits drive every aspect of your life. You can redesign your life by starting with tiny habits.

The Daily Discovery Digest is a podcast hosted by James and Emily, dedicated to exploring the fascinating world around us. Each episode delves into captivating stories, people, and places from across history and cultures. From historical events to scientific breakthroughs, anthropological insights to archaeological discoveries, we’ll uncover the wonders of our planet and the universe beyond. Join us on this daily journey of discovery!

The Drip Digest is a weekly podcast hosted by Kristin, Ben and Julie - 3 millennials who are passionate about pop culture. Join them as they explore how their generation is influenced by what we consume on our screens. Each week we will discuss and debate what’s currently trending in pop culture including film, tv, music, celebrity and current events.