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Rejecting scientific expertise and touting ideas like space is fake," the flat-Earth conspiracy theory has gained popularity in recent years. The Onion asked flat-earthers to explain why the Earth is flat, and this is what they said.Read more...
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A 21-year-old from California set a new world record by solving a 3-by-3-by-3-inch Rubik’s Cube in just 3.13 seconds. What do you think?Read more...
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SANDUSKY, OH—Following a mass shooting at an area mall that left 12 dead and another seven wounded, law enforcement officials released to the public Friday a novelty Wild West photo of the suspect they had taken into custody. “Thanks to the actions of our quick-thinking officers, we were able to arrest the shooter,…Read more...
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Following numerous incidents in the Strait of Gibraltar, The Onion asked orcas to explain why they are attacking and sinking boats, and this is what they said.Read more...
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Employees Disgusted By Frail, Malformed Child Produced By Forbidden Relationship Between 2 Coworkers
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PORTLAND, OR—Noting that this was precisely why such relationships were prohibited by human resources, employees at Celera Solutions reportedly grew disgusted Friday at the sight of the frail, malformed child produced by a forbidden relationship between two coworkers. “Look at its pale transparent skin, and its…Read more...
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STANFORD, CA—Calling on the public to “Please, just listen first,” scientists at Stanford University sheepishly announced Thursday, “Don’t get mad, but we accidentally found the cure for homosexuality.” “Wait, hold on, everybody calm down—we’re just the messengers here, okay?” said researcher Eduardo Soto, who wiped…Read more...
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EUREKA, MO—Shock waves hit the St. Louis–area community Friday when at least 56 people reportedly died at the grand opening of the new Six Flags Fire Park. “Tragically, more than a dozen people lost their lives or sustained life-threatening injuries on the three-story Blaze of Glory fire slide alone, and first…Read more...
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WASHINGTON—Having long sought to place a viable alternative to Donald Trump at the head of the party’s ticket, top GOP power brokers finally decided Thursday to rally behind the late Herman Cain for president in 2024. “After much discussion with my fellow Republicans, I have decided to back Herman Cain as our party’s…Read more...
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Beatles singer–songwriter Paul McCartney says artificial intelligence was used to “extricate” his former bandmate John Lennon’s vocals from an old recording, allowing them to be cleaned up and featured in an upcoming track. What do you think?Read more...
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PASADENA, CA—Analyzing a baking dish with cheese crusted on the sides sent back from NASA’s Cassini spacecraft, scientists confirmed Thursday that one of Saturn’s 146 moons contained all the ingredients necessary for making enchiladas. “We have found legitimate proof of the basic elements that make up enchiladas here…Read more...
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BOSTON—Stressing that the move would help keep digital currencies liquid through the coming year, crypto leaders called for an infusion of 20 million dopes Thursday to stabilize the market. “We’re calling for millions of bozos to be infused into the crypto market to stave off collapse and assure investors their money…Read more...
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BEDMINSTER, NJ—Following his federal indictment this week on 37 felonies that carry the possibility of serious jail time, sources close to Donald Trump reported that the former president was secretly hopeful that if he went to prison he could meet the Joker. “Despite what everyone says about him, Joker is an absolute…Read more...
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PALO ALTO, CA—Saying the innovation merits development because it “has the power to change lives,” angel investors have begun flocking to a new AI technology that removes the late sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein from old photos, sources told reporters Thursday. “All over the country, we’re seeing…Read more...
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CHARLESTON, SC—Slamming her 2024 rivals for “not having the guts” to do the same, White House hopeful Nikki Haley announced Thursday that she would marry Donald Trump if elected president. “I promise you that on day one, I will don a flowing white gown and wed former President Donald Trump in a beautiful ceremony in…Read more...
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A section of Interstate 95 outside Philadelphia collapsed on Sunday, and officials predict a lengthy repair process with significant impact on travelers. The Onion tells you everything you need to know about the I-95 bridge collapse.
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WATERLOO, IA—Stressing that it was much easier for her to just take care of it now, local mother Carol Hayman quietly began burying herself alive Thursday to avoid bothering her children with her eventual death. “No, it’s nothing—I’m more than happy to bury myself alive so no one else has to deal with it,” said the…Read more...
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SAN JOSE, CA—Marketed with the claim that in just 15 minutes a day the service can completely ruin a person’s life, a new guided mental breakdown app directs users to throw a vase through the nearest window, sources reported Thursday. “Manically exhale as you shatter your antique vase through your living room…Read more...
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Originally invented in 1965, pickleball has exploded in popularity in the last three years after people took up the tennis-like sport during the Covid-19 pandemic. While the sport is relatively new, its players take their game very seriously, and there are a few things you should avoid saying to the estimated 36.5…Read more...
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Pat Sajak, who has hosted the syndicated game show Wheel Of Fortune for more than 40 years, has announced that he will step down next year. What do you think?Read more...
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Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty after he was arrested and booked at a federal courthouse in Florida for allegedly refusing to return classified documents to federal authorities after he left the White House. What do you think?Read more...
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SAVANNAH, GA—Unable to revive the crushed, skeletal remains pulled from the rubble, first responders confirmed Wednesday that two people were still dead after a local mausoleum collapsed. “Upon sifting through the debris, we unfortunately found no survivors among the already deceased,” said rescue worker Brandon…Read more...
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Whether they’re making love, fornicating, or breeding, Americans love to fuck. The Onion looks at the most popular sexual position in every state.Read more...
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HOUSTON—Crediting the quick thinking of defense attorneys for ensuring justice was done, authorities announced Wednesday that wrongly convicted death row inmate Michael Claremont had been exonerated mere hours after his execution. “Thanks to the valiant efforts of Mr. Claremont’s legal team, we determined he had…Read more...
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LOUISVILLE, KY—In an apparent effort to sneak a quick peek at the voluptuous buttocks he spotted out of the corner of his eye, a local man was seen Wednesday turning his head to catch a glimpse of the backside of a duck waddling down the street past him. “Damn, them tail feathers got me weak,” 24-year-old Patrick King…Read more...
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SEATTLE—Shuddering while listening to the horrifying tale, a group of police officers reportedly were terrified Wednesday by the story of a tape that shows fentanyl and then 7 days later you die. “Apparently there’s this old VHS tape going around that shows grainy footage of a pile of fentanyl pills, and if you watch…Read more...
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NEW YORK—Announcing what it described as an innovative and empowering new addition to its extensive line of beauty products, cosmetics giant L’Oréal unveiled Wednesday a large metal box its customers could lock themselves inside to hide from all their insecurities. “Say goodbye to every visible blemish and wrinkle…Read more...
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EMERYVILLE, CA—Announcing that the beloved widower from Up would return to screens this weekend, Pixar Animation Studios confirmed Tuesday that its newest short film featured Carl Fredricksen finally ready to fuck everything in sight. “Fans flocking to movie theaters to see Elemental this weekend will also be treated…Read more...
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Violence and crime have been part of American history since the earliest explorers arrived on the continent and killed whoever they found before stealing their land. The Onion looks back at the most notorious criminals in the country’s history.Read more...
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Silvio Berlusconi, the billionaire media mogul and former Italian prime minister who transformed the nation’s politics with polarizing policies and gained notoriety for his “bunga bunga” sex parties, died at 86. What do you think?Read more...
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PALM BEACH, FL—Insisting that it was just another example of the mainstream media lying directly to Americans, former President Donald Trump denied storing documents in his bathroom at Mar-a-Lago Tuesday, stressing that just because a room has a toilet, that doesn’t make it a bathroom. “On the BIASED, DECREPIT CNN,…Read more...
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JACKSONVILLE, FL—Saying in deliberations that either outcome was fine with him, notably chill juror Ron Howley reportedly told the rest of a local jury Tuesday that he was good with whatever the group wanted to do for the verdict. “Guilty, innocent, I’m down for whatever,” said Howley, who told the other 11 jurors he…Read more...
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The fact that racism exists in many forms beyond overt acts of hate has started to gain acceptance in recent years, and some white Americans have begun to grapple with the reality of microaggressions, implicit bias, and systemic oppression. Still, many think they are outside of the problem or are absolved of any…Read more...
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TAMPA, FL—Admitting that he could broaden his horizons and set a better example, local Florida liberal Kenneth Banks reportedly pledged Tuesday to burn more books by women. “Overall, people—especially liberals—need to make a conscious effort to burn more books by women,” said Banks, claiming there was a long history…Read more...
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KELSO, CA—Not wanting to make the dying man who trudged through the remote Mojave Desert uncomfortable, a local vulture was reportedly trying Tuesday to find a good way to circle without being rude. “I should avoid being too conspicuous, because I’d hate to make this guy feel self-conscious,” said the 5-year-old…Read more...
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CUPERTINO, CA—Offering consumers a glimpse at the device’s full potential, Apple released a new ad for its new Vision Pro headset Tuesday showing a user standing chest-deep in flood waters while using the device to watch Ted Lasso. “The future of spatial computing is finally here,” said a voice-over during the…Read more...
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Scientists have recorded the first known case of a “virgin birth” in a female crocodile that had no contact with males for about 16 years, suggesting its evolutionary ancestors such as the dinosaurs may also have been capable of self-reproduction. What do you think?Read more...
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Former President Donald Trump faces 37 federal counts after being indicted for holding classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, where he had boxes of records in a bedroom, a ballroom, and next to a toilet. The Onion has gained exclusive access to the contents of those documents and the national…Read more...
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A 37-count criminal indictment against Donald Trump was unsealed Friday, revealing allegations that the former president willfully retained classified government records and conspired to prevent their return to U.S. officials. What do you think?Read more...
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BUTNER, NC—Gathering in a circle as they admired the neatly wrapped package, prison officials confirmed Monday that they had found a beautiful present left for them in the late Ted Kaczynski’s cell. “Well, how splendid—he left us a little farewell gift,” said correctional officer Sean Arndt, who expressed his delight…Read more...
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