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July 1, 2022
In 2013, Los Angeles became the first major city in the world to synchronize all its traffic lights.
June 30, 2022
In December 2021, at least 30 manhole covers were stolen from the streets of Chatham County, Georgia.
June 29, 2022
The caps on the end of shoelaces are called "aglets."
June 28, 2022
Bermuda has no freshwater springs, rivers or lakes, and residents have traditionally collected rainfall using stepped rooftops.
June 27, 2022
Cicada wings have microscopic spikes that defend against invading bacteria!
Places
Ripley’s Copenhagen offers exhibits that are sure to leave your jaw on the floor!
Science & Technology
Looking back at 5 incredible contributors to the STEM industry.
A Pacific island nation was even cut off from the internet (and world) due to a volcano!
Take things to the next level! Ripley’s twentieth edition annual book is full of all-new, all-true stories from around the world.
February 7, 2026
In 2025, Venmo and Taco Bell released a limited-edition wearable taco holder.
Robert Ripley began the Believe It or Not! cartoon in 1918. Today, it continues uninterrupted as the world’s longest-running syndicated cartoon.
