Can you give examples of events or stories with an ironic twist?

Question by the_chief: Can you give examples of events or stories with an ironic twist?

examples:
In 1974 the Consumer Product Safety Commission had to recall 80,000 of its own lapel buttons promoting “toy safety”, because the buttons had sharp edges, used lead paint, and had small clips that could be broken off and subsequently swallowed.

When John Hinckley attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan, all of his shots initially missed the President; however a bullet ricocheted off the bullet-proof windows of the Presidential limousine and struck Reagan in the chest. Thus, the windows made to protect the President from gunfire were partially responsible for his being shot.

Best answer:

Answer by Schultzy235
I was watching a video on youtube about a kids eating contest and ironically a fat kid won

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