Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Step into the world of Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, where truth is always stranger than fiction! Built upon the adventures of Robert Ripley and his travels across the globe searching for extraordinary people, unusual artifacts, and unbelievable things, Ripley’s embraces the spirit of discovery. Since 1918, Ripley’s has been curating curiosity, striving to curate a sense of wonder for the weird world around us. Jump into an astonishing realm of incredibly hard to believe, but undeniably true curiosities that are sure to leave your jaw on the floor.

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A 'Titanic' Superfan Has Collected Over 1,000 VHS Copies of the Movie
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A 'Titanic' Superfan Has Collected Over 1,000 VHS Copies of the Movie

JD might be the world’s biggest fan of the movie "Titanic," and he has the VHS collection to prove it!

Trick Shots With Ben Fjeld
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Trick Shots With Ben Fjeld

Ben Fjeld turns boredom into stardom with his unbelievable trick shots!

Dare to Discover With Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Brand-New Book
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Dare to Discover With Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Brand-New Book

"Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Dare to Discover" is out now!

The A-maize-ing Corn Palace
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The A-maize-ing Corn Palace

Okay, we have to admit, this place is a little corny.

Ramping It Up With Justin Bishop
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Ramping It Up With Justin Bishop

After being forced to put down his deck when he went blind at age 25, professional skateboarder Justin Bishop is back!

Up Close With a Shuar Shrunken Head
Vintage & Historical
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Up Close With a Shuar Shrunken Head

Few people have witnessed the process of making one.

The Eccentric and Not-So-Eccentric Life of Edgar Allan Poe
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The Eccentric and Not-So-Eccentric Life of Edgar Allan Poe

A parrot was first considered to be the titular bird, rather than The Raven. 

Does Alcohol Evaporate Out of Food When Cooked?
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Does Alcohol Evaporate Out of Food When Cooked?

Why some boozed-infused dishes might give you a hangover...

Are Unicorns Real?
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Are Unicorns Real?

Where did the myth of these magical creatures begin and could unicorns possibly be real?

Winston Churchill Was Prescribed Unlimited Alcohol
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Winston Churchill Was Prescribed Unlimited Alcohol

Churchill was hit by a car while in America. To help him heal, he was prescribed unlimited amounts of alcohol.

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Ripley's Cartoon of the Day

Sunday Cartoon! - February 2, 2025

Cartoon of the Day

NASA has an Office of Planetary Protection, just in case we ever find life on other plants.

Ripley's Cartoon of the Day

Robert Ripley began the Believe It or Not! cartoon in 1918. Today, Kieran Castaño is the eighth artist to continue the legacy of illustrating the world's longest-running syndicated cartoon!