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'Unsolvable' maths question leaves people stumped but there's a simple solution

A tricky maths puzzle has left people scratching their heads - but the answer is so simple that it's 'glaringly obvious' once you know what it is. Can you solve it?

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Everyone warned to keep bags for life off kitchen surfaces or risk damage

The simple plastic bags could cause thousands of pounds worth of damage to your kitchen

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Confusing optical illusion has people arguing over what animal they can see

Optical illusions aren't always things we can agree on and that's the case with the latest one which was shared on Reddit. So tell us, what animal do you see in the snap?

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Man draws optical illusion of old chap but some say it shows something different

An optical illusion of an 'old man' has sparked a debate on social media as users claim there's something completely different in the image - and some say it's all they can see

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Woman buys £5 mystery bag at car boot sale and is mortified when mum opens it

WARNING: EXPLICIT CONTENT: Bargain hunter Becky Chorlton admitted she felt like an 'idiot' after allowing her mum to open the bag, knowing it would likely contain some rather raunchy items

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You'll need eyes of a hawk to spot odd one out in dice pile in 10 seconds

Only those with perfect vision can spot the odd one out in this pile of dice in 10 seconds or less - as some say it's impossible to solve

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Scot visits supermarket in Peru and finds something unexpected on shelves

Scottish travel enthusiast Craig Ferguson went in search of a familiar soft drink as he explored the city of Arequipa in Peru and was astounded by what he found in the supermarket

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Scotland kayaker 'lucky' after giant 25ft creature races towards his boat

A man has described himself as 'lucky' after spotting a 25 foot creature pick up the pace and rapidly swim towards him while he was out on the open water in a small kayak

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You'll need the sharpest vision to spot the hummingbird in the plants in 10 seconds

If you're looking to give your brain a workout today, why not try your hand at this fiendishly difficult puzzle that asks you to spot a hummingbird among some plants

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Married teacher with children raped boy before getting pregnant and marrying him

Love and romance

Vili Fualaau was in second grade, aged seven or eight, when Mary Kay Letourneau first met the young boy.

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'My mum insists on wearing white to my wedding for selfish reason'

A woman has been praised for putting her mum 'in her place' after she demanded to wear a white dress to her wedding - and gave 'selfish' reasons for wanting to wear the colour

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People spot 'creepy' detail in innocent-looking photo of bike parked next to car

You might take a picture and be pretty proud of yourself, until you finally notice that eerie detail in the image. Now people can't help but make the same remark about this one snap...

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Bride baffled when groom leaves her at alter – until she sees what he's holding

A video has captured the moment a groom decided to do something completely unexpected during his wedding vows – and it's left people on the internet absolutely floored

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Easy 15-second test with three questions tells you a lot about your personality

A woman has shared a '15-second personality test' she 'learned in Russia' which can reveal a lot about your personality - all you need to do is answer three questions

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Couple move into new flat left gobsmacked after savage note taped on door

A man and his partner were elated when they moved into their new apartment together – but eight hours later, the couple were shocked to find a note taped to their door

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'My mum took snap of boy in shop mirror and was freaked out after looking at it'

A woman shared a photo of her two-year-old son in a supermarket trolley, but people on Reddit have been left utterly confused by the image after staring intently at it

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Thing you spot first in strange optical illusion shows if you're 'right or left-brained'

Optical illusions are a fun way to pass the time, and they can also reveal certain things about how your brain works. Apparently, this one can show whether you're 'right-brained' or 'left-brained'

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'I'm a Harvard scientist and I have proof God exists'

Dr Willie Soon, an astrophysicist at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, has claimed that the universe is so finely tuned that it must have been created by a higher power

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Archaeologists' major breakthrough at 'site where Jesus turned water into wine'

In 2004, Israeli archaeologist Yardena Alexander made a discovery that could shed light on the exact moment Jesus performed his first miracle - turning water into wine

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Nasa scientist believes mystery planet is home to alien life in stunning breakthrough

A NASA scientist has suggested there may be life in the seas of a dwarf planet saying astrobiologists are constantly "surprised" by the level of activity on the outer edges of our solar system.

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Top 10 most unique funeral songs from Jaws theme to Highway To Hell

These tunes are certainly not the usual candidates for a funeral send-off.

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'Selfish neighbour always does annoying thing to my house when it rains'

Being caught out in the rain is one thing, but spare a thought for one homeowner who complains that their neighbour has taken things too far. Now the situation was shared on Reddit

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King Charles home being watched by 'terrifying wild stalker' as eyewitness recounts sighting

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The sighting took place near Highgrove House in Tetbury, Gloucestershire.

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You can spot the Perseid meteor shower until August 24 - what you need to know

NASA has dubbed the celestial event the 'most popular meteor shower of the year'

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technology Hundreds of Android apps infested with cyber attack with users told to delete immediately Android users are being urged to lookout for alerts from Google.

'Remains' found near where body parts of Graham Wright discovered in Loch Lomond

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Police have launched a probe after the discovery was made in the Arthurstone Road area of Alexandria, Dunbartonshire.

Rangers ultra punches man in street before Celtic semi-final as cops follow 'positive line of enquiry'

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The man was punched to the ground on Victoria Road in the south side of Glasgow on Sunday.

Edinburgh bus passengers in hospital after crash sees front of double-decker 'ripped apart'

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Eleven passengers were on board the bus which suffered severe damage, with both the front windscreen and the top front window of the double decker smashed to smithereens.

'Hugs with my brother may have caused my terminal cancer'

Marie Pickup, 68, underwent a routine chest X-ray for former smokers last year - and the results showed alarming changes in her abdomen.

Hospitals Mum who lost 'beautiful' baby girl after six days honouring her memory Natasha Haughey welcomed her baby into the world just after Christmas last year.

Teen girl stranded getting off bus after phone died before awful incident took place

"It turned my life upside down. Since, I have had multiple flashbacks of that night and nightmares."

Rangers ultra punches man in street before Celtic semi-final as cops follow 'positive line of enquiry'

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The man was punched to the ground on Victoria Road in the south side of Glasgow on Sunday.

Drugs mule Bella Culley's baby dad mystery and clues she left before jail hell

Bella May Culley claimed she was forced to transport the drugs by gangsters.

Cops may have 'missed chance' after being called to multiple knife incidents before mass train stabbing

Police have confirmed they were called to three incidents before a knife attack on a train.

technology Hundreds of Android apps infested with cyber attack with users told to delete immediately Android users are being urged to lookout for alerts from Google.

Keep eggs fresh 'for weeks longer' by storing in this one place in kitchen

According to an expert this place provides the perfect conditions for storing your eggs.

Vet settles debate on whether dogs should wear coats during cold winter walks

A vet has taken to social media to explain whether your beloved pooch needs to wear a coat in the colder months.

Jurgen Klopp as next Celtic manager claim triggers Rangers pair as Dermot Desmond urged to dig deeper than ever

The Liverpool legend is currently working as Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer after taking a break from the dugout

Rangers 'unsatisfied' with SFA Auston Trusty explanation as Willie Collum meeting leaves more questions

Ibrox chiefs met with refs boss Collum but remain unhappy with how the laws of the game were applied and VAR review

Loose Women Loose Women's Charlene White shares reason for not wearing a poppy Loose Women fans were left outraged after the panellist was seen to not be wearing a poppy during broadcast.

Mum who lost 'beautiful' baby girl after six days honouring her memory

Natasha Haughey welcomed her baby into the world just after Christmas last year.

Teen girl stranded getting off bus after phone died before awful incident took place

"It turned my life upside down. Since, I have had multiple flashbacks of that night and nightmares."

Debenhams drops £110 electric blanket to £32 that 'costs next to nothing' to run

'Ideal for winter nights or rainy miserable days when you just want to snuggle up and watch TV or read a book.'

Derek McInnes fully invested in Hearts analytics deal as 'special' transfer process revealed

Jambos chief executive Andrew McKinlay has heaped praise on the Tynecastle boss for embracing the system