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THIS IS HUGE

The purple M&M is here, but not the way you might think

(Thanks to Steve K., who says "I've always hoped I'd live long enough.")

UPDATE

American Airlines says a mechanical issue was responsible for strange sounds coming from a plane’s public announcement system during a flight from Los Angeles to Dallas.

(Thanks to Matt Filar)

"Mechanical issue" is code for "evil spirit."

AND IN SPORTS

Diamondback rattlesnake interrupts Florida high school football game

CANADA: A NATION IN CHAOS

Ontario driver busted with insecure load of carrots

(Thanks to Ralph)

We believe Insecure Load of Carrots opened for Strawberry Alarm Clock.

THEY ARE RELENTLESS

Red squirrel shuts down Scottish bakery for two days

(Thanks to Ralph)

WHAT'S THAT SMELL?

Parcel thieves fought back against a Texas couple who tricked them into stealing dirty diapers by spraying their house with cow manure.

(Thanks to Emily, Leslie and w)

IF YOU SAY SO

ADDING ROBOTIC GOOGLY EYES TO SELF-DRIVING CARS MAKE THEM SAFER

(Thanks to Peter Metrinko)

(Not to nitpick, but it should be "makes.")

THAT'S ONE WAY TO DESCRIBE WHAT THEY DO

Water-filled condoms bring 'mermaid vibes' to Paris Fashion Week

(Thanks to Joshua Evans and Allen at Division)

BLOG STATUS UPDATE

To answer your questions:

1. No, we don't know why the blog went away for a while there.
2. No, we don't know what the hell this means:
3. Yes, judi has been fired.

WE GOT YER UPDATE RIGHT HERE

Hello,

Can I get an update on this?

Waiting for your prompt response.

Best Regards,
Patrick Parker

On Mon, Sep 26, 2022 at 6:44 PM Patrick Parker wrote:
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Hope you had a good weekend. Can I get an update on this?

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Hope you are well

Just wanted to follow up on my previous emails. Did you get a chance to see them?

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Can I get an update on this?

Waiting for your prompt response.

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On Thu, Sep 15, 2022 at 7:43 PM Patrick Parker wrote:
Hi,

I hope you are well.

I just wanted to follow up on my last email. Did you get a chance to see it?

Regards
Patrick Parker

On Wed, Sep 14, 2022 at 6:31 PM Patrick Parker wrote:
Hello Miami Herald Team,

I know you probably receive tons of emails every day, so I’ll keep it short.

I see that you publish some really great content on miamiherald.com. I am writing a well-researched, data-driven, and in-depth blog post, which might be a great addition to your blog.

IAN

We're getting a LOT of rain in Miami, but the worst of Ian appears to be headed for the Tampa-St. Pete area. We hope the folks up there get through it OK. And we urge everyone to heed the words of Walter the Weather Oosik, who reminds you to make sure you have enough emergency supplies on hand to last until you pass out.

WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG?

New fully self-driving Volkswagen allows you to work, eat and SLEEP

(Thanks to Rod Nunley)

ADVISORY TO CHIHUAHUA OWNERS:

Keep your mouth closed while you sleep. Trust us, you don’t want to know why.

(Thanks to Rick Day and Matt Filar)

WE’VE ALL BEEN THERE

Cobra regurgitates entire snake after eating too much for lunch

(Thanks to Ralph)

WE HAVE BEEN ON MANY, MANY FLIGHTS

But this is a new one.

(Thanks to Moe Money, who says “Not your captain speaking.”)

WHO’S UP FOR SOME OLD-FASHIONED PUFFIN TOSSING?

Why it's perfectly normal to see baby puffins thrown off cliffs in Iceland each year

(Thanks to vee)

WE SAW GATHERING OF NIGELS OPEN FOR THE CLASH

Gathering of 372 Nigels eases fears of mass ‘Nige’ extinction

(Thanks to John Lobert)

THE SCIENCE IS (BURRRRRPP) SETTLED

Drinking beer every night may lower your risk of dementia, scientists claim.

(Thanks to Emile, Leslie and w and Michael Moyers)

Is it just us, or do "scientists" release a new study on this subject -- often contradicting the previous study -- roughly every 17 minutes? 

NOT BITTER AT ALL!

New Jersey man is caught making daily visits to PEE on grave of ex-wife he divorced 48 years ago

(Thanks to Matt Filar)

MEANWHILE IN CANADIAN SPORTS

The Kelowna Kinsmen Club hosted a cornhole tournament over the weekend open to the public, with hopes of drawing attention to the sport while also attracting new members.

(Thanks to BigUke)