Weird News January 2024: Hidden Victorian Code, Viral Elmo Moment & Tidy Mouse

Get ready for the most bizarre, unexpected, and downright fascinating stories from January 2024! In this first episode of Weird News 2024, I’m diving into a hidden Victorian dress mystery, the viral kindness of Elmo, and the cutest (and tidiest) little mouse you’ll ever meet.Join me, Nikki Druce - your Spooky Specialist, as I uncover the unbelievable and fascinating tales from January 2024.If you’re a fan of strange stories, historical puzzles, and quirky events, you’re in the right place! Each year, I gather the weirdest news from across the globe, sharing the highlights month by month. From unsolved mysteries to heartwarming viral moments, this series is your escape from the usual doom-and-gloom headlines.💀 This Episode’s Highlights:The discovery of a Victorian dress hiding a century-old code: Who wore it, and what did the cryptic note mean?Elmo’s heartfelt viral question: How did a Muppet spark a global conversation about mental health?Meet "Tidy Mouse," the surprising shed-cleaning rodent who stole the internet's heart.Grab 50% off Magic Mind to supercharge your productivity with my exclusive link: https://magicmind.com/macabrebf👻 Thanks for listening! Stay spooky, and I’ll see you next time for February’s weirdest stories!Support the Show🎧 Macabre London PATREON – Get exclusive content, bonus episodes, and more!🔗 patreon.com/macabrelondonONE OFF DONATIONS: Paypal - paypal.me/macabrelondon or KO-FI: ko-fi.com/macabrelondonAMAZON WISHLIST - http://amzn.eu/dJxEf1V​​​​​​MERCH! - https://macabrelondon-shop.fourthwall.comFollow Me!📷 Instagram: @nikkimacabrelondon🐦 Twitter: @macabrelondonTiktok: @macabrelondon-------------------------Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MacabreLondonCheck out my other podcast, Killers, Cults & Queens with Cheryl The Queen https://podfollow.com/queens ——————————-Thank you to our executive producer patrons - Christina, Christophe, Heathers Leg, Lisa, M, Ravelle, Sally, Sam, Sarah, Terri & VeronicaAnd to all of our wonderful £5 tier patrons...AmyAndreaAndrewClaire RClaire SCreepy PaperDavid RDeniseElizabethHelenIngeJoKathrynKellyLindalLizRachelShannonTalliTanyaThe Paranormal PrincessVeeZozoLAMAnd thanks to all other patrons too!————————SOCIAL MEDIA---------------------------------------------Insta: @nikkimacabrelondonX: @macabrelondonTikTok: @macabrelondonFacebook: @macabrelondonEmail: macabrelondon@hotmail.com---------------------------------------------**Sources:**Code Found in dress: https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/secret-note-victorian-dressFortean Times March 2024https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/secret-note-victorian-dressElmo talks therapy: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68152501https://www.npr.org/2024/01/31/1228145269/elmo-therapist-asking-how-is-everybody-doingTidy Mouse:https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-67902966https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/jan/08/welsh-tidy-mouse-tidying-for-fun-scientists-builth-wells Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.