There are a ton of reasons why we love the United Kingdom—from its gorgeous nature and culture to its wide-ranging cuisine and renowned literature. But something that keeps us coming back is our love for the British press with all of its ups, downs, and unique quirks. There’s honestly hardly anything better than making a big cup of tea and opening up the serious Sunday papers or going for a cheeky scroll through the digital tabloids. It’s entertaining. It’s fun. It’s off the hook!

Now that’s where the ‘Mental UK Headlines’ Twitter page comes in. A social media project that unites nearly 100k followers, the account features some of the funniest, most bizarre, and downright ludicrous news stories and headlines found in the British press. Both in the tabloids and in the more serious (digital) papers. And today we’re featuring some of their very best finds to bring a smile to your face. Just because the press isn't yellow doesn't mean it's not immune to some truly bizarre headlines.

Go on, grab yourself some biscuits and enjoy a good laugh. Don’t forget to upvote the pics that you enjoyed the most, send a few your friends’ way, and if you really love what you’re seeing, give ‘Mental UK Headlines’ a follow for some more top-tier humor.

Bored Panda got in touch with author, comedy writer, journalist, and all-around talented creative Ariane Sherine from the UK. We had a chat about tabloids, catchy headlines, and why the Brits love the sensationalist press so much. Read on for our full interview with her!

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Nkotanyi
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4 years ago

I guess detention would have been enough. So much sadness and depression being separated from your favorite seatmate in class.

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    Troux
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    4 years ago (edited)

    He would have gotten away with it if it weren't for those meddling kids.

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    Rachknits
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    4 years ago

    'One was so drunk it fell off the roof' hahaha

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    Funhog
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    4 years ago

    Ahh.. the golden gull.

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    Legend.

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    James016
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    4 years ago

    Beer, curry and Tool’s music. Not a bad way to re start life

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    NsG
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    4 years ago

    Ah, but is this a Colin or Wiggles cake? Coz that looks like Wiggles (from Sainsbury's), because otherwise this wouldn't just be a pothole, it'd be an M&S pothole.

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    Vorknkx
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    4 years ago

    Piglet tried to dispose of the body?

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago (edited)

    Cougar rather than Leopard I reckon.

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    NsG
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    4 years ago

    ...I believe this...

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    Nkotanyi
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    4 years ago

    If he hasn't hit anyone, just give him an official driving license. He proved he deserves it.

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    Ed Brandon
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    4 years ago

    What a time to be alive.

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    Otherkin
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    4 years ago

    WHY???

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    Buren
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    4 years ago

    How many birthdays does this pothole have?

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    Ed Brandon
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    4 years ago

    She knew...

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    Who Panda 420
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    4 years ago

    Just being a hero

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    Could be worse. They could have been watching Eastenders. Now get out my pub you slaaaaag!

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    NsG
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    4 years ago

    They've not posted this one well, but basically, someone threatened to call social services because of her eyebrows.

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    Ashley Hall
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    4 years ago

    Som many people are left "crying and shaking", traumatized, or "devastated" these days.

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    River Webb
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    4 years ago

    that must be a pain in the ass

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    Skara Brae
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    4 years ago

    She'd be a lot more recognizable if both eyes were on the same side of her nose.

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    N G
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    4 years ago

    How's a girl supposed to chop wood these days

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    DaveR38
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    4 years ago

    Brexit Britain at its worst :(

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    Michelle M
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    4 years ago

    And the 2022 Darwin awards goes to...

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    Peppa Pig to appear in the next series of Hannibal.

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    James016
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    4 years ago

    The next word out of the baby was “innit”

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    Kesam
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    4 years ago

    And then they all clapped. No, they didn't.

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    Tigerpacingthecage
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    4 years ago

    Yeah, we all make mistakes - sure, but you need to take responsibility for your actions. Saying "everyone does it" isn't really taking responsibility.

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    troufaki13
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    4 years ago

    -"What is the purpose of your visit?" - "Well actually I'm a terrorist and I will be performing terrorist acts throughout the country" - "OK sir, enjoy your stay"

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    Buttered_Crumpet
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    4 years ago

    Makes me proud to be British :)

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    N G
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    4 years ago

    Don't look back in anger.

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    James016
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    4 years ago

    “Attic shark do doo” 🎶

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    indiecognition
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    4 years ago

    He couldn't resist a rest

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    Buren
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    4 years ago

    TWO YEARS???? That must be bull s**t.

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    indiecognition
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    4 years ago

    And she would walk 500 more

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    Friday
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    4 years ago

    It’s all part of the experience really..

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    Who Panda 420
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    4 years ago (edited)

    I saw this apparently it was found safely outside in a hedge. Apparently the staff were very worried about it as nature abhors a vacuum. 😂

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    Liz
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    4 years ago

    The couple in the photo seem awfully cheery about it

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    Vorknkx
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    4 years ago

    Did he order the seagull covered with curry?

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    Phill Healey
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    4 years ago

    Good!

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    Phill Healey
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    4 years ago

    Isn't this just about the Youtuber Colin Furze?

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    NsG
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    4 years ago

    Was he late for an eye test at Barnard Castle?

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    Liz
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    4 years ago

    I saw an entire box of Voodoo Doughnuts face down the other day…doughnut guts spilled everywhere…f*****g tragedy

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    Essex Eagle
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    4 years ago

    Its a joke....

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    A park? You have a park? In our day all we had was a grass verge to play on and we were thankful of that!

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    4 years ago (edited)

    It should be mentioned that this little girl has Autism and struggles a lot with selective eating, which in some cases can be so severe that they would rather starve than eat something that isn't familiar or suitable for their selective tastes/texture etc.

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    River Webb
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    4 years ago

    so the limit is 7kg?

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    River Webb
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    4 years ago

    ngl having to pay 54 pounds for fish and chips is pretty traumatising

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    Scagsy
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    4 years ago

    I've heard that she's also against photos in horizontal mode.

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    He's a cockwomble.

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    Sue Hazlewood
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    4 years ago

    Well apparently if you hold them in you may end up in hospital

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    Who Panda 420
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    4 years ago

    Oh dear, those edibles sneak up on you. Got one cookie for my friend. Recommend she eat a quarter. She had the whole cookie cause she couldn't feel it then spent the whole next day high. She didn't make that mistake again.

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    NsG
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    4 years ago (edited)

    They did a study proving that most people in fact cannot tell the difference between pate and dog food if the latter is sufficiently puréed. Edit: "most" in this case was 5 in 6 people of over a hundred.

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    He's bin there, done that.

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    Winston
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    4 years ago

    "deranged hooligans"

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    Who Panda 420
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    4 years ago

    That's just sick. There is a special place in hell for scammers. Not that I believe in hell but there should be.

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    Should have got Bodger and Badger on the case

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    indiecognition
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    4 years ago

    According to eyewitness reports, the wheels on the bus went round and round

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    That night the binman was cornered in the street and beaten up. The assailants were heard singing 'Walking in the air' described as large white men wearing hats and scarves.

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    Jessica Wood
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    4 years ago

    In my hometown that would be fairly tame

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    "..but mice make me feel huge and lions make me crap my undies.'

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    jammer
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    4 years ago

    He was ”only messing” only after getting caught.

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    River Webb
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    4 years ago

    liam needs to get with the program A$AP

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    Sue Hazlewood
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    4 years ago

    What?

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    Glad to see Nick Fury is on the case. Which Avengers will he send?

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    4 years ago

    https://metro.co.uk/2022/01/22/ireland-two-men-took-corpse-into-post-office-to-try-and-claim-pension-15965239/

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    K- THULU
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    4 years ago

    What did the goblins do to deserve that?

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    Exploding Tea Towels!!!

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    Redpanda
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    4 years ago

    OH NO RESTAURANTS ARE SETTING OFF TEA TOWEL BOMBS!!!

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    Nathaniel
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    4 years ago

    This was just a horrific story. Not funny.

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