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Man says bear mugged him for his Italian sandwich

post from Offbeat News on 03 July 2009 10:13:27 AM. © Offbeat News

A northwestern New Jersey man said he was mugged in his driveway by a sandwich-craving bear.

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Snuggie sellers enjoying the last laugh

post from NEWS.com.au | The Other Side on 03 July 2009 10:01:00 AM. © NEWS.com.au | The Other Side

IT'S a daggy blanket with sleeves, but Snuggie sellers are struggling to keep up with the demand.

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Giant Snake Spotted in Maine

post from Cryptomundo on 03 July 2009 09:45:00 AM. © Cryptomundo

Two sightings estimate the serpent is perhaps up to 17 feet long. Images.

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Witch Balls

post from Ghost Stories on 03 July 2009 09:09:00 AM. © Ghost Stories

People all over the world hang lights and ornaments on their tree every Christmas. But who do you think Christmas balls have to thank for their origins? According to an ancient tale, Christmas ornament balls are descendents from the witch ball. These ornaments were placed on the tree to dispel a visitor?s envy at the presents underneath it. What exactly are witch balls?

They are made from glass (sometimes wood, grass or twigs), five to seven inches in diameter. Traditionally but not limited to, green or blue in color with enameled swirls or brilliant stripes. A string ran through the center of some. Others were placed on velvet pillows or on top of stands. Today, many people have a silver ?gazing ball? in their gardens.

Witch balls date back to a time where witches were considered a blessing. They would enchant these balls to ward off evil. How this was accomplished depends on the tale you hear. Some say the bright colors of the ball would lure the evil presence in and the strand inside would capture it, preventing it from escaping. Another legend states the ball protects its owners from witches. The attractive colors lures them in to investigating the spheres. Then traps them inside forever. A third legend states the Witch Ball acts like a magnet. The ball is a positive element drawing in the negative from the air. If you find yourself ill, stay close to the ball and it will attract the evil causing your ailment. Want to exorcise the evils trapped within? All you have to do is dust it.

There are a variety of balls associated with the Witch Ball:

Fairy Orbs are said to attract fairies and luck. The orbs remind fairies of flowers and come to inspect the colors. Thanking you for the treat, they reward you with a little luck.

Pond Balls are basically the same as Witch Balls except they are weighted and placed in a pond or pool of water. Legend states animals see their reflection in the balls floating on top of the water and retreat, leaving the fish unharmed.

Spirit Balls are like Witch Balls except for an open hole on one end. It is believed they could protect the home owners from evil spirits. The spirit would be attracted by the colorful surface and fly in to the hole. Then become trapped in the glass strings inside.

Friendship Balls are gifts to represent a friendship. Its spherical shape represents eternity. The swirling colors stand for harmony. And the glisten represents the sparkle of a friend?s smile.

Good Luck Balls and Globes of Happiness are traditionally given as housewarming gift. It?s believed to bring the recipient good luck, happiness, health, and prosperity.

Butler Globes resemble Gazing Balls more than Witch Balls. They were used by butlers and maids to observe the behavior of the guests and properly tend to their masters needs. They peer in to its reflective surface to see who might be finished with their meals or need their drink freshened without having to watch constantly throughout the meal.

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Looking for a ride...

post from Strange Maine on 03 July 2009 08:32:00 AM. © Strange Maine

Hello all -- I'm going to spend the next two days, July 4th and 5th, at the Paranormal and Psychic Faire up at Fort Knox in Prospect, Maine. So far I am still missing a ride home Sunday afternoon, since one plan after another has fallen through.

Anyone with room in their Portland-area-bound car for one more (plus sleeping bag) on Sunday is cordially invited to drop me a line today at michelle.souliere[at]gmail.com -- I would be happy to contribute gas money in exchange.

Many thanks!

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Watch How This Bald Cat Reacts To Human Hair

post from Sky News | Strange News | First For Breaking News on 03 July 2009 08:15:29 AM. © Sky News | Strange News | First For Breaking News

Here's one to watch- The bald cat that loves the feel of human hair.

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Interesting Guide to Identifying UFOs!

post from Cryptoworld on 03 July 2009 07:32:52 AM. © Cryptoworld

This is an interesting video with several plausible theories for UFOs, both man-made and extraterrestrial!Video Caption: This video goes over a list of now declassified (and unclassified) Top Secret Military Aircraft, & tries to provide answers to some reported UFO cases. addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Fcryptoworld.co.uk%2Finteresting-guide-to-identifying-ufos%2F'; addthis_title = 'Interesting+Guide+to+Identifying+UFOs%21'; addthis_pub = 'davinian';

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Wrestling Midgets 'Killed By Fake Prostitutes'

post from Sky News | Strange News | First For Breaking News on 03 July 2009 07:15:20 AM. © Sky News | Strange News | First For Breaking News

Two professional midget wrestlers found dead in a low-rent hotel room may have been drugged by female robbers, according to Mexican authorities.

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-Robbers-Suspected-Of-Drugging-Brothers-To-Death/Article/200907115328543?f=rss

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Just stuff

Yes, I have the a new tweetboard widget. Not sure if I like it or not. We will see.I have been busy with workmen here at the house all week. I can't wait for the weekend so I can get some peace and quiet around here so I am able to think again. Oh, and also sleep again without being awakened early by tractors, wood chippers and such.It was so hot yesterday! I felt sorry for the guys working

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