Odds and Ends: Museum's 'Knight Rider' car gets a speeding ticket

Odds and Ends: Museum's 'Knight Rider' car gets a speeding ticket

Author: Ben Hooper May 15, 2026 Duration: 4:28

The UPI Odd News Minute presents weekend odds and ends, our weekely roundup of the missed odd-portunities that didn't quite make this week's podcasts. Today's stories include an Illinois museum getting a speeding ticket from New York City for a 'Knight Rider' car that hasn't driven in years, Boston's attempt to build the world's largest soccer ball, an escaped pet wolf getting a new zoo home and an impromptu rodeo in a Denver park.

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Each weekday, Ben Hooper sifts through the global newsfeed to find those peculiar gems that make you pause and smile. UPI Odd News Minute delivers exactly that: a brief, daily dose of the wonderfully strange and unexpectedly uplifting stories happening around the world. You’ll hear about animals getting into improbable situations, ordinary people stumbling upon extraordinary luck, and discoveries that defy easy explanation. This isn't your typical news cycle; it's a curated collection of moments that highlight the curious, heartwarming, and downright bizarre side of human and animal endeavor. Tuning into this podcast offers a refreshing break, a reminder that amidst the usual headlines, there's always room for a tale that inspires a chuckle or a sense of awe. It’s the kind of content that sparks conversation, perfect for a quick mental reset during your commute or afternoon. Think of it as your daily allowance for delight, a guaranteed highlight in your news consumption that proves truth is often stranger and more entertaining than fiction.
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