Pigeons on a Plane, a Bear on the Stove, and Other Quirky Stories

Between May 27 and 28, 2025, a series of strange and amusing events caught the attention of global media and social networks. From unexpected animal appearances to odd celebrity interactions, here’s a roundup of the most bizarre stories that prove reality is often stranger than fiction.

Pigeons Disrupt Delta Flight:
Passengers aboard a Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis to Madison were stunned when two pigeons appeared inside the cabin just before takeoff. While one bird was quickly removed, the second emerged during taxiing, forcing the aircraft to return to the gate. The incident delayed the flight by nearly an hour and left many passengers bewildered. Delta apologized and promised to tighten boarding area inspections.

Bear Breaks In and Rests on Kitchen Stove:
In Bell County, Kentucky, a black bear made a dramatic entrance into a home by crashing through the ceiling. The startled homeowner discovered the animal calmly sitting on the kitchen stove early in the morning. Wildlife officials and the local sheriff arrived on scene and guided the bear out through an open door. No injuries were reported, and authorities reminded residents to secure their homes against wildlife intrusions.

Elephant Strolls Through Jaipur Streets
In the Indian city of Jaipur, a runaway elephant caused a commotion as it wandered through downtown streets after escaping from a local zoo. While the incident triggered traffic disruptions and drew crowds of onlookers, zoo staff were able to safely recapture the animal without incident. Videos of the elephant’s unexpected urban adventure quickly went viral.

Ants Take Over London Supermarket Aisle:
Shoppers in a London supermarket were surprised to find an entire shelf crawling with ants. Store employees discovered that a customer had accidentally left behind a portable ant farm, and the insects had begun to explore the store’s dry goods section. Although the situation was swiftly contained, photos of ants climbing over spaghetti sauce jars became a viral hit on British social media. The store later issued a humorous statement promising “zero tolerance for arthropod intrusions.”

NBA Commentator’s Rant at Celebrities Sparks: Buzz
During Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks, ESPN commentator Pat McAfee ignited controversy by calling out several celebrity fans in attendance — Ben Stiller, Timothée Chalamet, and Spike Lee — and shouting, “Send these guys back to New York!” Stiller responded online, calling the comments “weird” but thanked Indiana fans for their hospitality. The incident quickly gained traction across sports media and Twitter.