Writing a compelling headline is a skill that can make or break an article. It's the first thing readers see, and it needs to sum up the story in just a few words. Sometimes, though, things go awry, and the result is a headline so ridiculous it becomes unforgettable.
Over the years, newspapers have printed some truly baffling headlines—ones that defy logic, math, and basic grammar. Check out some of the most side-splittingly dumb examples we could find.
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