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26 Weird Things That Happened In 2021 That Somehow Made The News
2021 has been a thoroughly confusing year for many of us. Comparing it to a rollercoaster isn’t enough because the number of turns and loop-the-loops, ups and downs, and unexpected narrative twists we’ve had this year make it seem more like a massive maze than a joy ride.
Despite all the negativity, there have been some news stories that have made us do a double-take and check the source to see if it’s not satire. To show you just how strange 2021 has truly been, our team here at Bored Panda has collected the weirdest news stories and most peculiar headlines to share with you. So grab yourself some popcorn or a festive cup of cocoa, get comfortable, and let’s take a peek at the side of this year that you might have missed.
Don’t forget to upvote the news that made you laugh as you scroll down. My personal favorite weird yet thoroughly sad bit of news in 2021 is about this New Zealand wizard losing his official contract after decades of loyal magical service (it just breaks my heart). "It implies that I am boring and old, but there is nobody else anything like me in Christchurch. It’s just they don’t like me because they are boring old bureaucrats and everyone likes me and no one likes them,’" the wizard said.
Oh, and when you’re done enjoying this article, then we cordially invite you to read all about all the good things that happened this year right over here.
I reached out to Los Angeles-based entertainment, pop culture, and lifestyle expert Mike Sington for a chat about what 2021 has been like, how it compares to 2020, and what we can all hope to see in 2022. Scroll down for Bored Panda's full candid interview with Mike who feels as much at home commenting on breaking news stories as fish do living in the water. He didn't mince words about how awful this past year has been, but he still hasn't lost his optimism for the future.
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Kamiru 4 years ago
tthere are too many thoughts clashing in my head reading this ////im gonna try to sort this1THIS IS HORRIBLE!!!!!!! poor camel i cant discribe!! 2so this is allowed? I mean some doctor did it he ACCEPTED to do it but in countries transsexual transition surgery is forbidden but CAMEL PLASTIC SURGERY OBVIOUSLY AGAINST THE CAMELS WILL I-S ALLOWED!!!????? 3 why didn't I think this could exist :( I should have known 4poor camel :(
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8Yorkies-and-63cats 4 years ago (edited)
I'm not an expert in life, but if a pack of wild boars want your bag, you give them your darn bag! Then you don't talk about it. Ever. Like it never happened.
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8Yorkies-and-63cats 4 years ago
Do these look like full-diaper smiles or is it me having read the caption first?
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Nathan Pogorzala 4 years ago
Trying to stay relevant by being the most ridiiculously "inclusive" person ever.
Psycho Cat 4 years ago
Trying a bit to hard to be unique, special, or whatever the hell she thinks she is...
Potato 4 years ago
It could be due to the brain damage that they have said was the result of an OD and 3 strokes. It's sad.
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Hi, I'm Mars! 4 years ago (edited)
Once again trying to stay relevant after the heroin overdose nearly destroyed their career 🙄 They had a pretty solid singing career (among other ventures) prior to that and now it seems they have to engage in increasingly outlandish behavior to grab headlines. Sad.
bxttery_bxby 4 years ago
While this is completely ridiculous, I want everyone to know that Demi Lavato does go by they/them pronouns! Please respect that!
Tina Harnish 4 years ago
Whatever works for people. She felt impelled to help. She's allowed. She wasn't doing any harm. How many throw a bit of salt over their shoulder after spilling a some?
L.a. Williams 4 years ago
And that's why people with bipolar disorder are poorly thought of. Come on how did this make news? Because it is bias shown to people with mental health issues. Whoever made this a news worthy story really sucks balls.
Kendra Keller 4 years ago
Omg. I thought I was the only one! I have to their overdose a few years ago they have gotten very ridiculous
Marco Conti 4 years ago
They are idiots. And by that I mean the entire crew and everyone that watches those shows thinking there are real ghosts somewhere. The only thing they are good at is scaring each other in dark basements.
Oopsydaisy 4 years ago (edited)
Ghost immediately needs help to overcome trauma induced by their singing.
Lisa Ball 4 years ago
Apparently, ghosts are usually trapped due to trauma or emotions from their life or how they died, you critics. Dont you watch the Haunting of....series? Maybe she had a near death experience with her OD, it certainly sounded like she nearly didnt make it and was quite damaged for several months afterward. And that amazing woman had the courage to write and to sing "Anyone", her heartbreaking song about emotional pain, hell i cant even sing it without sobbing and I cannot sing when that happens!! I say lets give her a bit of respect that in her way she was trying to do some good in the world!! Demi, thank you!
Nikki Sevven 4 years ago
Death is traumatic to everyone, though, and everyone dies with unfinished business. So either everyone becomes a ghost, or it's complete bullshit. I know which way I'd bet.
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Anna Banana 4 years ago
I thought having a traumatic death was a prerequisite to becoming a ghost.
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Brian Bennett 4 years ago
Is he stating that social media is dangerous. "Those who make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities" (VOLTAIRE)
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ZAPanda 4 years ago
I saw the one about the NZ wizard. Apparently he is real, and he's upset because now he's unemployed.
Jonas Grinevičius 4 years ago
Yes, ZAPanda, it's a tough time for everyone: wizards, witches, and muggles alike...
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ZAPanda 4 years ago
I saw the one about the NZ wizard. Apparently he is real, and he's upset because now he's unemployed.
Jonas Grinevičius 4 years ago
Yes, ZAPanda, it's a tough time for everyone: wizards, witches, and muggles alike...
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