Across the planet, people have a special talent for turning the simplest things into wild, unforgettable competitions. From rolling cheese down a steep hill to paddling across lakes in pumpkins, these ...

New Year’s Eve is a time for celebration, reflection, and hope—but around the world, people ring in the new year with traditions that can seem downright strange to outsiders. While fireworks and ...

The strange sport remains a curious relic of British eccentricity and small-town endurance. Contest for the funniest faces The World Gurning Championship turns funny faces into serious competition.