In this day and age, it can be difficult to even define what’s considered weird anymore. Societal norms change all the time, and new technology makes things that would have seemed crazy a decade or two ago appear perfectly normal today. But if you’re interested in some photos that might make you say, “Huh, that’s weird,” then you’ve come to the right place. We took a trip to the Weird subreddit and gathered some of our favorite out of the ordinary pics below. From strange drawings to concerning technological glitches, enjoy scrolling through these pics, and be sure to upvote the ones that you find particularly bizarre! Click here & follow us for more lists, facts, and stories. #1 Not Panicked At All © Photo: reddit.com #2 This Thing Came Out Of My Printer And No One Who Has Access To The Printer Says They Printer It © Photo: Sosophia_ #3 So, Hear Me Out. We Were Reading The Coffee Grounds And This Showed Out In My Cup... Can Anyone See The Lizard With The Superman Costume Or I'm Just Crazy? © Photo: GMORGNN If you spend a lot of time online, there’s no question that you’ve come across some bizarre things. The best part about the internet is that you can find anything there, and the worst part about the internet is probably that you can find anything there. And the Weird subreddit is definitely one place that holds plenty of strange treasures (but in a good way!). This online community, which has amassed an impressive 1.3 million members and is one of the largest subreddits on the platform, is dedicated to “the weird, strange, odd and bizarre.” Here, you’ll find photos that can’t be explained, learn interesting facts that you would have never imagined were true, and find some oddly entertaining images that you’ve likely never seen before.  #4 Staircase To Nowhere In The Middle Of The Woods © Photo: human-potato_hybrid #5 Woke Up To See This In My Kitchen, I Live In The Middle Of The Mountains Like 500 Km From The Nearest Beach © Photo: andres1003 #6 Actual Purple Rain In NYC Right Now © Photo: AxmxZ We’re big fans of the Weird subreddit here at Bored Panda, so this actually isn’t the first time that we’ve covered the group. Last summer, we published a list featuring some of our favorite r/Weird posts, and we were lucky enough to get in touch with the group’s moderator team to interview them about what it’s like to run a page like this.   “Maintaining the subreddit is an important task," the moderators shared. "While r/Weird embraces the unconventional and the bizarre, there are still certain guidelines and rules in place to ensure a positive and respectful environment for everyone." #7 This Birthday Card My Daughter Made For Me © Photo: magic_fun_guy #8 Human-Shaped Grass Patch Where Everything Else Dried Out © Photo: Foghorn_Gyula #9 I Fired Up An Old 3D Printer For The First Time In 10 Years And This Is What It Printed © Photo: Meebert The moderators also broke down some of the most common issues that they encounter in r/Weird that require intervention. “Spam: Removing repetitive or irrelevant posts and comments that are purely self-promotional or aim to manipulate the subreddit for personal gain,” they noted. “Inappropriate content: Addressing posts or comments that contain explicit or offensive material, including hate speech, personal attacks, or explicit imagery,” the moderators added. #10 Tf Is Going Here?? Oo’ © Photo: User #11 What Am I Witnessing © Photo: User #12 Glasses Given To People At The Zoo © Photo: Mrbumboleh The mods also shared that off-topic posts will be removed from the group. "Keeping the subreddit focused on weird and unusual content by removing posts that do not align with the subreddit's theme” is important to them. And low-quality posts won’t fly in r/Weird either. The mods say they work on “encouraging users to share content that sparks curiosity and discussion, and removing low-effort or low-quality posts that don't contribute to the overall experience.” #13 My Parents Found A Feather With A Telephone Number On It © Photo: led_seppelin #14 There Were Only Ten Other People At The Carnival On Opening Night © Photo: dark_wolf1994 #15 I’m A Teacher. My District Provides Healthy Snacks For Students. This Was Our Snack Today © Photo: Frequent_Job5862 And as you might expect, r/Weird is full of a wide variety of content. "The community of r/weird is diverse and passionate about exploring the unconventional and the peculiar," the mod team previously told Bored Panda. "Members are often intrigued by the strange, the unexplained, and the outlandish." #16 Glitch In The Matrix. I Only Had One Of Each Until This Morning © Photo: p98sp #17 A Teenager From Madhya Pradesh, India Has An Ultra Rare Condition Called 'Werewolf Syndrome' (Hypertrichosis). This Uncurable Condition Is So Rare That It Is Believed That Only 50 People Have Had It Since The Middle Ages © Photo: silvercatbob #18 My Kids (6 And 4) Painted This. Not Sure If I Should Be Amazed Or Call The Priest © Photo: Severe_Cranberry5657 Defining weird isn’t always easy, especially when you have over a million group members who might have slightly different ideas of what’s considered strange. “While there is a general understanding of what qualifies as 'weird,' interpretations may vary among individuals," the mods said. But having different opinions can actually be a great thing. "This diversity of perspectives adds to the richness of the community, as members often share their own unique findings, experiences, and opinions, expanding the boundaries of what is considered weird,” the moderators added. #19 My Mom’s Fingers When She Gets Cold © Photo: User #20 Found In A House Listed On The Market, Would You Buy This House? © Photo: khalkani #21 Trillion-Ton Rectangular Iceberg Floating By Around Antartica © Photo: Phlogistoned When it comes to what posts perform particularly well in r/Weird, the mods shared a few different types that members tend to love. The first being unusual or supernatural experiences: “Stories and accounts of paranormal encounters, strange coincidences, or other inexplicable phenomena often attract attention and spark discussions among members." Rare and bizarre discoveries are popular as well. “Unearthed artifacts, odd historical facts, or peculiar occurrences that are not widely known tend to generate interest, as they offer new and intriguing information,” the mods explained.  #22 My Throat Hurt My throat hurt all day. I just coughed this up... it is green, metallic, hard, and brittle. Its weird as fu ck. It was originally one peice but i broke it trying to figure what the [darn] it was.. I have never had anything even close to this as a food option. It is weird as [darn]. I have it now in a baggy as I don't know what to do with it... © Photo: krzykttn #23 On A Forest Walk I Saw A Hole Off The Path, I Looked Inside And Found A Weird Statue With A Bell On It © Photo: darbsllim #24 I Keep Getting These Wounds Which Are Always 2 Spots In This Pattern When I Wake Up, Usually Get It Down My Legs But Today I Got It On My Arm Now © Photo: drifterig Unique art and creativity can be exciting for members to find in r/Weird as well. “Original artworks, sculptures, music, or other creative endeavors that embrace the weird and unconventional can garner appreciation and inspire conversations within the community," the moderators told Bored Panda. And finally, scientific and historical oddities capture members’ interest too. “Scientific discoveries or phenomena that defy conventional explanations or challenge existing knowledge often capture the interest of r/weird members who enjoy exploring the boundaries of what is considered normal,” the mods previously shared. #25 Received This Creepy Package In The Mail From An Unknown Sender. What Does It Mean? I received this in the mail a few days after Valentines Day. It was addressed to me with no return address. The lid was sealed shut, and although I probably shouldn't have, I pried it open with a butter knife (hope I'm not cursed lol) Wooden box with an anatomically correct wooden heart inside. You can buy similar things on Etsy and other online stores. Do I have an admirer with really poor taste or is this something more sinister? Definitely buggin out over this. © Photo: SharkBait85 #26 Can Someone Explain How This Was Allowed To Happen? © Photo: Gorilla1969 #27 There Was A Zit On My Neck And When It Popped This Pearl-Like Thing Came Out Of It © Photo: sleepinqzzz Are you feeling weird after scrolling through these pics, pandas? We hope you’re enjoying embracing the bizarre side of life for a few minutes. Keep upvoting the pics that you find particularly strange, and then let us know in the comments what the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen was. And if you’re interested in checking out another Bored Panda article discussing odd behavior, look no further than right here! #28 Polaroid Found On My Car’s Windshield I was out for dinner and when I returned to my car parked on the street, this picture was tucked under the windshield wiper with today’s date in the bottom corner. Have no clue what the stuff in the picture is, and no other cars nearby had this on their car. © Photo: heartychili #29 I Found A Load Of Unopened Water Bottles In A Bush Outside A Shopping Centre. I Took A Photo And A Security Guard Immediately Came Out And Told Me To Delete It © Photo: aidenburr #30 My Phone Says I Have Had 10 Plus Hours Of ‘X’ (Twitter) Usage Today, I’ve Never Had Twitter Or A Twitter Account © Photo: ja3palmer #31 Why? © Photo: topcritter88 #32 Serious Question: Can Someone Explain These Perfect Squares I Noticed While Flying? © Photo: wrong_opinion222 #33 This Dog © Photo: JoeSolo070 #34 I Was Exploring An Old Abandonned School & I Found This Blocked Room. I Really Wanna Know The Translation ! © Photo: Toasted_504 #35 This Roommate Flyer Posted On My Campus © Photo: Krillsipa #36 This Guy Keeps Staring Into My Window/Camera At Random Times/Days © Photo: Deefaroni #37 Why Is My Shadow Yellow? © Photo: MacaronSpecialist #38 Whatever This Is In My House Only Shows Up Under UV Light © Photo: User #39 Just Got This Note At My Work. Can Anybody Translate For Me? © Photo: Heyaaaaaaaaaaa1 #40 Why Is This The Second Post About This Stew That I’ve Seen In A Week Lol © Photo: User #41 Found In The Attic Of My New House, Should We Find A New House? You Might Also Like: 35 Reddit stories about coworkers people still think about, for all the wrong reasons © Photo: orangeslices991 “For The Weird, Strange, Odd And Bizarre”: 41 Pics From This Strange Group Reviewed by New Viral Feed on 11:53 Rating: 5

Many people dream of finding a career that they’re truly passionate about. It’s not easy to land a job you love, but if you manage to do so, your 9-5 might feel like it flies by every day. Unfortunately, though, the vast majority of workers aren’t fans of their current positions. In fact, 85% report feeling disengaged while on the clock. So it’s quite shocking to see employees who are willing to risk their lives for a paycheck. Bored Panda has scoured the internet to find the worst examples of health and safety violations in various workplaces. From using power tools in terrifying ways to putting ladders in the most unstable of places, these photos might send an OSHA officer into a coma. So enjoy scrolling through these pics that might make you appreciate your boring office job, and be sure to upvote the ones that you can’t believe are real! Click here & follow us for more lists, facts, and stories. #1 Only The Strong Shall Survive © Photo: User #2 This Is How I Die © Photo: Kazaji #3 In About 2 Seconds He Is About To See How Fast He Can Turn Off That Chainsaw © Photo: Piranhamonkey If your job only requires you to sit at a desk all day, send emails and participate in Zoom meetings, you’re probably not in a lot of danger on a daily basis. But if you work in construction or a position that requires manual labor, it’s extremely important to take health and safety rules seriously. Otherwise, you might end up losing a finger and being mocked on a list just like this one. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in the United States (OSHA), there were 34,696 inspections performed at American workplaces in 2024. This might sound excessive, but considering the fact that 5,283 people lost their lives due to workplace injuries in 2023, it’s crucial that OSHA rules are followed to a T. #4 Right Above The Toilet. Good Thing I’m Not 6’1” © Photo: User #5 Don't Worry, Got The Safety Squints On, Boss © Photo: User #6 Emergency "Exit" In A Friend's Office Building. First Time They Opened It Was During A Fire Alarm Germany. The sign on the inside even says "Brandschutztür" - meaning "fire security door." A fire security door is not the same as an emergency exit. Fire security doors are supposed to contain a fire. So the door is doing its job - but the emergency exit sign should not be there. © Photo: Bansaiii According to OSHA, the most frequently violated standards include: Fall Protection, Hazard Communication, Control of Hazardous Energy, Ladders, Respiratory Protection, Powered Industrial Trucks, Fall Protection Training, Scaffolding, Eye and Face Protection, and Machine Guarding. Despite the fact that some people fail to follow the rules, having these guidelines in place definitely does make workplaces safer. In fact, OSHA reports that worker fatalities in the U.S. are down, on average, from 38 per day in 1970 to 15 per day in 2023. Clearly, there’s still a long way to go to get that number down to 0, but that’s a significant improvement.  #7 First Day Working The Port. Safety Wants To Talk To Me, Probably To Tell Me How Good Of A Job I’m Doing © Photo: Mickey10199 #8 No Words © Photo: User #9 Well, This Would Be Inconvenient AED at my school. Yes, I reported it. Next time I go to class i’ll be checking to see if they fixed it. © Photo: Grilled-garlic Now, you might assume that companies don’t care about keeping their employees safe, especially if doing things by the book will cost them more money. But the truth is, aside from the obvious moral obligation companies have to protect their workers, there is a financial incentive as well. The National Safety Council reports that workplace injuries cost American companies a whopping $176.5 billion in 2023. And when a worker loses their life, it costs the business $1.46 million on average.    #10 The More You Look The Worse It Gets © Photo: AidanGee #11 Today At Work © Photo: mattshup #12 Found In A Graduate Electrical Engineering Lab © Photo: shodk8 Business owners should also consider the amount of time lost when employees get injured on the job. In 2023, American companies lost a whopping 103,000,000 days of work due to these accidents. And about a third of those days lost were caused by accidents that occurred prior to 2023, so it’s important to know that these incidents can put strain on a business for years.   #13 Changing A Light Bulb © Photo: Vipertje #14 Neither Of Them Are Wearing Goggles © Photo: pdmcmahon #15 Meirl © Photo: giaphox Workplace safety certainly isn’t the most glamorous topic to discuss, but it’s an extremely important one, especially if you’re a business owner. So if you’re looking for some tips on how to improve workplace safety, Concentra has your back. Their first piece of advice for preventing accidents is to make sure that employees are well-trained. And to encourage safe behavior, reward employees for following protocol.    #16 My Coworker Said We Have To Get The Job Done. I Eventually Talked Him Out Of Climbing This © Photo: PyroScape #17 A Guy Just Came To Fix The AC (13th Floor In Suzhou, China) © Photo: jaapgrolleman #18 An Electrician In Denmark Gets Fired After Publishing Pictures Of The Bad Safety At Metro Construction Site An electrician in Denmark gets fired after publishing pictures on FB of how bad the safety is on the metro construction sights he has been working under the past year. He was fired after having some time off in January due to sickness, and later heard from colleagues that the real reason he got fired was that the company didn't want him to ruin anything for them. © Photo: User They may seem excessive, but labels and signs can go a long way in encouraging workers to stay safe. Remind them of the rules as often as you can, and don’t hesitate to post warnings about the dangers that may be present. Meanwhile, make sure that the work environment is clean and tidy to reduce risks. And regular inspections are necessary to make sure you can trust your tools. #19 Emergency Power Shut Off For A Machine Shop Class With 25+ Manual Lathes, 5 Manual Mills, And 4 CNC Mills Is Behind A Bookshelf It is the Tucson High School machine shop; we are the only major high school with any sort of shop classes. © Photo: _TheOreo_ #20 I Took This Pic. Days Like This Put The Fear In Me. I Think I Have PTSD From Being In So Many Bad Positions Was doing some sewerline. This is how I learned to lay pipe. Unsafe stuff like this was hard on me mentally. 5 years of this will cause so many bad dreams. © Photo: User #21 Men On This Roof With Harnesses, But The Harnesses Aren't Actually Attached To Anything I watched them walk up and down, and they are just dragging the ropes around; they definitely are not attached to anything. So they could get seriously injured by a fall. The ropes are tangling up and becoming trip hazards. Not sure if they are just that stupid, or their management didn't actually ensure they had a way to even secure the harnesses before sending them up. © Photo: _Bill_Huggins_ Workplace safety is also something that must be constantly monitored. Accidents are likely to happen when people become complacent, so regular meetings might be necessary to prevent injuries. Keep an open dialogue with employees to hear their concerns, and make sure that you identify any potential dangers.   #22 Fire In The Building? 911 Operators Will Let Everyone Know © Photo: RanaCarrolima #23 Heater At My Job Site I told him (an insulator) he could borrow a bungle but said it has never fallen off before... © Photo: BagelMerchant #24 I'm Panicking © Photo: squishbucket Are you starting to appreciate the fact that your job never puts you in danger, pandas? Keep upvoting the images that give you the heebie-jeebies, and let us know what the most dangerous thing you’ve ever observed in your own workplace was. Then, if you’re looking for another Bored Panda article featuring similar photos, check out this list next! #25 Working Class Hero © Photo: augenwiehimmel #26 Safety Squints Activated © Photo: User #27 How To Hold A Ladder In China © Photo: User #28 Apparently The CN Tower Is Really High Up © Photo: User #29 Only Entrance To My Current Job Site © Photo: Kaskiaski #30 We Had 5-6 People Scrape/Cut Themselves Walking Past This Exposed Thermostat, So We Finally Complained... Came In This Morning To This Solution © Photo: louiscon #31 Probably Rocking A Solid Safety Squint © Photo: User #32 I'm Pretty Sure This Is A Safety Violation © Photo: AmmianusMarcellinus #33 I Can’t Even, Not Pictured Is The 6 Power Strips Daisy Chained With 2 Heaters Lazy people that keep it under the desk, however the HVAC in the building is all jacked up so it could be ice in one room and fire in the other. Really the building needs to be demoed and start over. © Photo: User #34 Yeah, That Should Be Fine © Photo: Dalexes #35 “If It Rains Harder Than X Amount, We Have To Empty This Every 5 Minutes“ - Employee Of The Month © Photo: Personalreferencept #36 Acid You Say? © Photo: User #37 So Much Wrong In This Picture © Photo: Primo0013 #38 Something Tells Me This Breaks A Few Safety Regulations © Photo: zoalcoalt #39 Counter-Balance Solved © Photo: therazorstepping #40 Can’t You Read The Sign? © Photo: User #41 Does My Dad's Dryer At The Warehouse Count? I’m scared that if I touch it, it will burst into flames... © Photo: Dannyupp #42 9 Inch Width Of Unsecured Grating Over A 25 Foot Pit. Been This Way For Years Machinery room (upper left) and counterweight pit (everything else) of a movable bridge undergoing a rehab. It is currently in use with contractors and maintenance personnel on site daily. It’s definitely a weird perspective, but it’s at least a 20-foot pit; my guess is still 25. The grating may be 12”, I didn’t put a tape on it - could only get one foot on at a time either way. I was at this location a few years ago as a sub for a day at the onset of construction. I assumed it would’ve been taken care of by now. © Photo: AdamReggie #43 Look, I Don’t Wanna Be “That Guy” Or Nothin, But This Feels A Tad Dangerous Today at work. Among other sketchy happenings, but this one really got me. © Photo: User #44 Working In Japan Really Opened My Eyes We took down the slap wall hes taking screws out of. Each slab weighed a decent amount that we lowered onto ourselves while standing on the wood pile. © Photo: Standard_Story #45 No Harness, 300 Ft Drop © Photo: User #46 “Quick He’s Having A Heart Attack” You Might Also Like: Someone Asks “Street-Smart” People To Share Their Tips And Tricks, 38 Deliver © Photo: User 46 Times Employees Said “It’ll Be Fine” And It Definitely Wasn’t Reviewed by New Viral Feed on 11:53 Rating: 5