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How a Tabby Cat Became the Most Popular Public Official in Alaska and Stayed in Office for Two Decades

In 1997, a small town in Alaska held an election for mayor. The winner wasn't a politician, businessman, or community organizer—it was a kitten. For 20 years, Stubbs the cat held office while consistently outpolling human candidates, proving that sometimes the best leader is one who doesn't actually do anything.

Mar 13, 2026

For 30 Days in 1518, a French City Was Held Hostage by Uncontrollable Dancing — and the Government Made It Worse

In July 1518, a woman named Frau Troffea stepped into a street in Strasbourg and began dancing. She didn't stop for days. Within a month, nearly 400 people had joined her, some dancing until their feet bled, others until their hearts gave out. City officials, completely baffled, responded by hiring professional musicians — which, it turns out, was exactly the wrong call.

Mar 13, 2026