“Truth is stranger than fiction” is one of those sayings that seems pretty weird until you’ve lived long enough to see some examples in the flesh. If you are familiar with “the Onion,” you’ll know that there is already a lot of good satire out there. But what about times when real events were just more unhinged?

This Instagram account shares hilarious examples of headlines that are so bizarre that they almost look like something out of “the Onion.” So get comfortable as you scroll through, prepare to do a few double takes, upvote your favorites and add your own thoughts below.

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Protesters holding signs in a demonstration, including one reading “Trump Lies.”

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Businesswoman addressing an audience, headline overlay from The Guardian.

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Tesla Cybertruck on a tow truck, damaged after hitting pothole. Owner still praises it as an amazing truck.

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Man speaking at a meeting, with text about a controversial statement on women and higher education.

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Microsoft Co-pilot shares a free Windows 11 activation script, silhouette of a person on a colorful background.

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Woman in red dress sits calmly in a dim room with plants and books, focusing on mental health amidst insurance challenges.

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Protesters with signs demand clean water rights in court ruling scene.

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Walmart CEO discusses stressed customer behaviors at an event, impacting company’s valuation.

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United Healthcare building exterior under a headline about a denied insurance claim.

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Factory emitting smoke with headline about carbon reduction efforts facing bans in Wyoming.

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“Police arrest fake cops at a fake call center in Delhi, India, with officers and suspects on steps.”

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Two women in burqas walk by a wall; possible focus on fake news topic.

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Recording studio setup for musicians’ silent album protest against AI copyright changes.

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Protest crowd outside Georgia State Capitol regarding abortion law impact, with demonstrators holding signs.

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Classroom with students using laptops, discussing removal of Algebra and English exams for graduation.

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Fox hosts discuss theory about Democrats and cursive writing ban with handwritten notes on live broadcast.

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Young woman in a library, expressing concern about her educational experience in an interview about shocking headlines.

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Woman in pink dress sitting by a brick house doorway, reflecting on a reported childbirth medication issue.

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Flooded factory site, debris scattered; headline about victims’ families receiving gift cards.

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Man in a suit stands folded arms at JP Morgan event, related to fake cops and call center news.

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Alexa speaker with removal of privacy options, highlighting cloud recording changes.

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Rescue worker aids a man trapped in a well, illustrating bizarre incidents and misunderstandings from fake call centers.

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A woman at a meeting, labeled as chairwoman, with a nameplate in focus, discusses government worker paychecks.

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A wooded area with a dirt path, related to an unbelievable headline involving a DNA test and a cold case.

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Stressed employee with head in hands at a desk, related to unbelievable fake headlines.

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Egg supply limit sign above cartons in a store shelf amid crisis discussions.

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23andMe kit with red X marks, highlighting DNA sale in bankruptcy news.

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Dark road under stormy sky, with headline about new radioactive road material in Florida.

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Man in a suit, concerned, discussing health system issues at a conference.

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Woman holding a dog in a pet store, highlighting the rise of pet parenting among Gen Z and job growth in veterinary fields.

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Man at desk with headset, contemplating, with “Fake Cops Raid Fake Call Center” as main SEO keyword.

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Burned exterior of Wisconsin congressman’s office after a fire, showing damaged siding and soot-covered door.

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A man poses for a mugshot photo, illustrating surprising news headlines.

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Couples in casual outdoor settings, related to fake headlines and surprising news stories.

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A person speaking at a press event in front of a backdrop with the headline mentioning electricity.

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Concrete wall with sewage outlet, headline about US Supreme Court ruling on sewage discharge regulations, The Guardian logo.

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Man in greenhouse with marijuana plants, using fertilizer, related to unbelievable headlines.

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Bald man in a green striped suit speaking at a podium, addressing the media.