Into thin air: There is a swing in the country of Ecuador in South America that might not be the best bet for a daycare outing. It’s located in Banes and users have to hang on tight because they literally sail right off a cliff when they go for a swing. “The Swing at the End of the World,” as it is called, is attached to La Casa Del Arbela (The Treehouse), which is perched on the edge of a 2,660-metre (8,700-foot) cliff. While the swinger gets a great view of the countryside, there is no safety harness worn and little children are not allowed near the premises. The Treehouse is actually a seismic monitoring station.

Cats behind bars: Inmates in a maximum-security prison in the state of New York (US) found a reason to want to stay in prison a little longer – four stray cats. The wild felines were raggedy little kittens when they arrived at the prison looking for a place to keep warm. Both inmates and staff fell in love with these furry kitties that had managed to get into the prison’s basement. One inmate built a large cage for the creatures, but the door stays open so the cats can come and go. One staff member even arrives early to work so he can care for the kitties.

Haunted house: A couple from Dunmore, Pennsylvania, (US) wants to sell their house, but, unfortunately, it’s a little bit haunted. Gregory and Sandi Leeson have often heard screams, felt the presence of another being in the room, and heard what sounds like a cigarette lighter clicking in the basement, even though no one was down there. Thinking this information would attract buyers, the couple mentioned in their ad that the home was “slightly haunted.” However, while many curious people have come to take a look, no actual buyers have made an offer. The Leeson’s are thinking of renting the place out, instead.

Car with stick shift: If you are going to attempt to steal a vehicle, it’s best that you know how to drive it. That is one reality some thieves in Springfield, Massachusetts (US) didn’t think about when they tried to steal a car, along with some food from a delivery driver. After demanding the food and the keys, the three robbers got into the vehicle, but ran into a problem, as not one of them knew how to drive a car with a standard transmission. Realizing this, they jumped out of the car and ran away with the food. The driver was not injured.