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Offbeat Fridays – The thread where offbeat headlines become front page news

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Tildes is a very serious site, where we discuss very serious matters like jmail, cookies and coming out. Tags culled from the highest voted topics from the last seven days, if anyone was befuddled.

But one of my favourite tags happens to be offbeat! Taking its original inspiration from Sir Nils Olav III, this thread is looking for any far-fetched offbeat stories lurking in the newspapers. It may not deserve its own post, but it deserves a wider audience!

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    At Miss Universe, a Salmon Costume Steals the Show The New York Times – Jessica Roy – 25th November 2025

    At Miss Universe, a Salmon Costume Steals the Show

    As Miss Norway, Leonora Lysglimt-Rødland did not place at the annual Miss Universe contest, which was held in Thailand last week. But thanks to a costume she wore during the event, her appearance has generated just as much buzz, if not more, than the actual winner.

    Ms. Lysglimt-Rødland’s big moment came during the national costume segment of the competition, in which contestants wear intricate regalia inspired by their heritage. In a nod to Norway’s salmon export business, Ms. Lysglimt-Rødland strolled onto the stage covered entirely by a fish costume, which she proceeded to peel open, revealing a shimmering interior.

    The New York Times – Jessica Roy – 25th November 2025