Odds and sods I look at regularly, just because they amuse me. I hope they do the same for you. Incidentally, I found this page’s title on Greg Ross’s Futility Closet (it’s somewhere on this page) in a mini-article which also includes the delightful sentence in Icelandic: Barbara Ara bar Ara araba bara rabbabara. Ross points out that this, “besides being fun to say, is spelled with only three letters. It means “Barbara, daughter of Ari, brought only rhubarb to Ari the Arab.”
Fark.com RSS » Old and busted: Lawyer television ads. New obnoxiousness: Lawyer text messages [Florida]
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Mental Floss » This 'Living Fossil' Fish Has a Lung
Scientists recently confirmed that an ancient order of fish called coelacanths have lungs. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Dear students, you probably shouldn't get into that windowless panel van with those two creepers who keep showing up on campus [Obvious]
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Fark.com RSS » Cop: Do you have any ID? Idiot: Meow [Dumbass]
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Mental Floss » 15 Bugs Named After Politicians
If you can't get an airport named after you, a slime-mold beetle is a pretty decent consolation prize. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Restaurants graded on use of antibiotics. I guess those "A" places don't care if you catch a cold from your chicken sandwich [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » Official Kentucky governor debate thread. Every time Drew takes a drink, take a drink [Live]
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Mental Floss » Tom Skelton: The Serial Killer Court Jester
The original Tom Fool wasn't all fun and games. [Link]
Mental Floss » The Facebook 'Dislike' Button Is Coming
A 'dislike' button is on the horizon. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Police plan to announce major drug bust. So keep it on the down low. Shhh. And don't do heroin. that's part of the plan [Obvious]
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Fark.com RSS » How about some pictures of an ugly ass Clydesdale foal named Moose [Spiffy]
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Mental Floss » Flat Reading Lamps That Look 3D
Take your workspace to the next level with these optical illusions-turned-lamps. [Link]
Mental Floss » 15 Explosive Facts About Volcanoes
They’re amazing. They’re dangerous. They’re portals to the hot, living interior of the Earth. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Woman who posed as man to trick friend into sleeping with her found guilty of sexual assault, because a trick with a fake dick makes you a real dick [Strange]
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Fark.com RSS » "Many were still functioning as sports venues, while others had been repurposed or were half-abandoned." Moscow's 1980 Olympic venues or today's mini-malls? [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » I'll have a Chalupa Supreme and a glass of your finest Cabernet Sauvignon [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » The flash of light you saw in the sky was not a UFO. Swamp gas from a Google balloon was trapped in a thermal pocket and reflected the light from Venus [Fail]
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The Onion » American Voices: Pope’s NYC Visit Leads To Ticket Scalping
In advance of Pope Francis’ visit to New York City next week, many scalpers have reserved free tickets for the event and are now attempting to sell them online for hundreds of dollars, a practice publicly condemned by city officials. What do you think?
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Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this big blue marble [Photoshop]
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Mental Floss » The Missing Links: Disney's New Mary Poppins Film
Well chim-chim-cheree, Disney is making a new Mary Poppins film. * Intriguing Headline of the Day: People Are Getting Matrix-Style Brain Implants to Boost Their Memory * Mario looks back on his life of castles, turtles and princesses. Apparently getting sucked down a giant pipe is a horrific experience. * Everything is 'smart' these days, including this smart basketball that … [Link]
Mental Floss » 15 Influences on Agatha Christie’s Work
In honor of her 125th birthday, below are 15 of the countless influences the late Queen of Crime culled for her popular novels. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Hundreds of tourists stopped endangered sea turtles from laying their eggs by invading Costa Rica beach. FARK: So they could take selfies [Asinine]
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Fark.com RSS » You might as well repent and kill yourselves now, DC Farkers, because Pope Francis' visit is going to turn your normally congested roadways into a days-long traffic snarl of Biblical proportions [Scary]
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Fark.com RSS » Houston bus crash kills one student, injures three more plus the bus driver who will probably be thrown under it again during the investigation [Sad]
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Fark.com RSS » Jade Helm 15 is scheduled to end Tuesday. Here is a list of all the internment camps and the heroes who alerted the nation to the government's tyranny [Amusing]
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Fark.com RSS » Gone in 660 seconds [Strange]
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Fark.com RSS » Please, sir. May I have more moldy bread and raw meat? [Sick]
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Fark.com RSS » If you can't remember where you parked your car early this morning, the Broward County deputies have found it for you [Florida]
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Mental Floss » This Toothbrushing App Was Reprogrammed to Be Less Addictive
The game was so entertaining that parents were having trouble tearing their kids away from it. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Syrian refugees headed to Baltimore. Haven't those people suffered enough? [Misc]
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Mental Floss » 15 Mysterious Facts About Owls
Owls are enigmatic birds, by turns mysterious, lovable, or spooky, depending on who you ask. [Link]
Mental Floss » Feeling Low? A Bibliotherapist Might Be Able To Help
The healing power of books finally gets some proper terminology. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » One bicyclist dead and one in serious condition after they were hit by runaway… boat? [Scary]
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Fark.com RSS » Word Mashup Gone Wild: Kentucky pit master arrested for assaulting woman with brisket [Weird]
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Fark.com RSS » I am 75-80% sure this is actually just a deleted scene from Lethal Weapon 2 [Asinine]
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FMyLife » Anon E. Mouse says FML
Today, my ex told me about how much the person she left me for loves the lingerie I bought her. FML [Link]
FMyLife » zachjm98 says FML
Today, my teacher plugged the speakers into the wrong input on his computer, and said, "Oops, wrong hole", to which one of the students who often makes the same mistake said, "Story of my life". I understood it differently and started laughing. It would have been fine if the teacher wasn't her father. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » The Answer Starts With 'D'
That's the only hint you're getting. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Delhi battling worst dengue fever in five years as the sound of cowbells becomes almost deafening [Ironic]
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Fark.com RSS » The next time you participate in a mud run and there's mud all over you face and there's mud in your eyes and on your lips, stop for a moment and think about how that's probably not just mud [Sick]
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The Onion » Infographic: How Restaurants Are Making Children’s Meals Healthier
Due to high-profile exposure like the “Happy Meals bill,” which seeks to market less fattening meals to children, many restaurants across the country are trying to make their kids menus healthier and combat childhood obesity. Here are some ways they are tackling the issue: McDonald’s: Happy Meal toys each glued to informative pamphlet on hypertension
Taco Bell: Parents must demonstrate … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Measles kills 400 in the Congo. Take that ebola [Sick]
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Mental Floss » 15 Easy Steps You Can Take To Be Ready for Anything
From losing a wallet to losing power, unpleasant life events tend to occur when we least expect them. In honor of National Preparedness Month, here are 15 easy steps you can take now to be ready for any situation, big or small. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals being forced by legislators to treat animals ethically [Ironic]
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Fark.com RSS » Slow news day in NH as Moose is stuck in a cemetery [Misc]
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Mental Floss » Humans Adapt Their Gait to Walk in the Laziest Way Possible
The nervous system helps you walk in a way that expends the least energy possible. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Looks like North Korea is looking for some free food again [Asinine]
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Fark.com RSS » Woman wants to draw attention to the perils of heroin addiction, so she has her kids join her for an awkward photograph featuring them smiling in front of her husband's corpse [Creepy]
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Fark.com RSS » The Humane Society would like to warn everyone not to leave dogs in hot cars because it can be fatal to adorable pooches like the one in our transport van… oh, fark [Fail]
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Mental Floss » Airbag Jacket for Motorcyclists Knows When to Deploy
This could make travel a whole lot safer for riders on two wheels. [Link]
The Onion » Infographic: How Migrants Reach Europe
Hundreds of immigrants crossing into Europe from Africa and the Middle East have risked injury and death seeking a new life for their families. Here is the step-by-step process by which they emigrate and the hardships they face on their journey: Step 1: Families make spur-of-the-moment decision to leave behind the opportunity, safety, creature comforts, and overall happy existence in … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Cave full of corpses and children's heads found in Scotland [Sick]
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Mental Floss » 15 Cool, Successful Kickstarter Inventions You Can Order For Yourself
Believe the hype: These Kickstarter campaigns already won over tens of thousands of investors—and broke a few records along the way. Now, you can also become a fan. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » You probably don't know who the highest paid public employee in your state is, but odds are good that you watch them work every single weekend [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » A FARK tradition: Photoshop the new Miss America [Photoshop]
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Fark.com RSS » Man with bionic penis has two-week erection, alerts doctor…and everyone [Amusing]
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The Onion » Horoscope: Your Horoscopes — Week Of September 15, 2015
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Fark.com RSS » Times Square painted lady saga now goes from borderline entertainment to creepy as one performer brings her two-year-old daughter along to panhandle – and she's also painted [Dumbass]
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Mental Floss » LEGO Nail Art Lets You Flaunt Your Architectural Prowess
LEGO nails look awesome, but might be a little cumbersome. [Link]
Mental Floss » 15 Honey Facts Worth Buzzing About
This National Honey Month, stock up on 15 surprising facts about the honey bee's original all-natural sweetener. [Link]
FMyLife » Anonymous says FML
Today, I had sex with my boyfriend for the first time. Afterwards, I got up to get some water. When I stood up, I fell straight to the ground, my legs were so weak. As I fell, I hit my head on the end table and knocked myself unconscious. My boyfriend laughed at me. FML [Link]
The Onion » Commentary: When I Die, My Entire Fortune Will Be Donated To Charity, Except The $40 Billion I Will Have Buried With Me
I’ve been incredibly fortunate throughout my life. Not only have I had a long and successful career and been blessed with a beautiful family, but I’ve also had the opportunity to give back, which has been a reward beyond measure. And as I get older and begin to put my affairs in order, I want to reaffirm my commitment to … [Link]
Mental Floss » The First Words of Famous Songs
Take the quiz! [Link]
Fark.com RSS » "Well if if isn't my old friend Mr. McGreg. With a leg for an arm and an arm for a leg" [Cool]
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Fark.com RSS » Old and busted: Your dog drinking from the toilet. New ho–LY CRAP [Awkward]
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Mental Floss » How Movie Studios Make Vancouver Look Like Any City in the World
The Canadian city is the third largest town for movie production in North America. [Link]
The Onion » News in Brief: Experts Refuse To Warn Of Any New Health Hazards Until Americans Deal With Current Backlog
WASHINGTON—Saying they’re tired of their urgent calls to action consistently being met with indifference and apathy, members of the American Medical Association announced Tuesday that they will not issue any more warnings about newly discovered health hazards until the populace deals with its current backlog. “Look, before we spend any more time or energy publishing a paper on cell phone … [Link]
The Onion » News: Species That Had 25 Million Years To Evolve Pathetically Snuffed Out In 8 Years
WUHAN, CHINA—Claiming the aquatic mammal had squandered the countless opportunities it had been given, wildlife experts reported Tuesday that the Chinese river dolphin, a species that had an entire 25-million-year period to evolve ways to survive, was pathetically snuffed out by less than a decade of environmental changes.According to researchers, the dolphin—which hasn’t been spotted in the wild for several … [Link]
The Onion » News in Brief: Quirky Restaurant’s Bathroom Had Better Fucking Deliver
PORTLAND, ME—Confirming that their expectations had been set high given the fun, off-kilter decor in the dining area, patrons at Nikki’s Grill said Tuesday that the quirky restaurant’s restroom had better fucking deliver. “This place is loaded with odd little knickknacks, and I will go ballistic if it doesn’t stay that way when I step inside the bathroom,” said customer … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Apocalypse–the Mormon Version [Unlikely]
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Mental Floss » 15 Golden Facts About 'Almost Famous'
Fifteen years ago, Billy Crudup was a golden god in Cameron Crowe’s semi-autobiographical ode to rock 'n' roll. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Smoking among humans seems to be waning, but is on the rise for crabs [Amusing]
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Mental Floss » Where Did the Phrase "Goody Two-Shoes" Come From?
“Goody Two-Shoes” was a real person—or at least, a real fictional character. It was the nickname of the title character in a nursery tale called "The History of Little Goody Two-Shoes," published anonymously around 1765 by John Newbery. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Photoshop these big choppers [Photoshop]
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Mental Floss » 15 Facts About Silly Putty
For 65 years, the toy has been enjoyed by children, astronauts, engineers, and artists alike. [Link]
Weird Universe » Fondles horse, but not his wife
I'm guessing the copy editor had fun coming up with this headline…
Portsmouth Daily Times – Jan 8, 1926
Fondles Horse, But Not His Wife—She Seeks a Divorce
TOLEDO, O. Jan. 8—(United Press)—A horse is named co-respondent in a divorce suit filed here by Mrs. Johanna Uller against Wolf Uller of Wyandotte, Mich.
"My husband pays more attention to his horse … [Link]
GraphJam » Microwave Popcorn
Graph by: parlet Tagged: Line Graph , microwave , on fire , Popcorn , snack Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Your Nose Is Gross, Man
Graph by: Unknown Tagged: gross , Line Graph , sick , snot , tissue Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » The Diet of a Seagull
Graph by: Adfirmus Tagged: animals , beach , birds , bugs , crabs , diet , fish , food , french fries , fruit , sand , seeds Share on Facebook
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Graph by: ThemelonofDOOM Tagged: burnt , disasters , economic collapse , horror movies , Pie Chart , scary , toast , war Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » They Understand Me On the Internet
Graph by: Saerkas123 Tagged: Bar Graph , facebook , FAIL , friends , IRL Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Printer Ink graph
LoL by: lelila84 Tagged: computers , ink , printer Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Overthinking: The Greatest Enemy
Graph by: (via I Love Charts) Tagged: enemy , overthinking , to do , venn diagram Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Pictures of me that other people tag on facebook
LoL by: the_rog Tagged: drunk , facebook , internet , photograph Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Bella Is so Misunderstood
Graph by: HanzBonhoeffer Tagged: best of week , Pie Chart , theme , twilight , twilight jokes Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » I Don't Even Care That It Doesn't Make Any Sense
Graph by: (via Gemma Correll) Tagged: best of week , cute , nonsensical , smiley face , venn diagram Share on Facebook
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Mental Floss » 5-Year-Olds Dig Tunnel to Escape From Preschool
Using toy shovels, two kids in Russia escaped their preschool. Their plan? Buy a Jaguar! [Link]
FMyLife » C BOMB says FML
Today, I was getting coffee when I pulled my lip balm from my pocket and started playing with it in my hands, tapping it on my face and lip. There were there two gorgeous guys in front of me who kept turning around and staring at me. I was actually holding a tampon. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » 15 Spicy Facts About Chili Peppers
Peppers, or members of the genus capsicum, come in all shapes, sizes, colors—and spiciness. Learn more about the varied and interesting fruit native to Central and South America. [Link]
Weird Universe » Follies of the Madmen #260
Is the falling-down part of skiing really what the resort wants to highlight?
From the Daily Illini for December 19, 1967. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » How much do Texans love their guns? The City of Houston just forced the Houston Zoo to take down its 'No Guns' signs from the entrance of the park [Interesting]
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Mental Floss » Non-Bird Flying Objects
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FMyLife » trustyourfamily says FML
Today, my boss bragged to a coworker, in front of me, about how much money he saved on a project because he majorly underpays me. My boss is my dad. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » In 1995, You Could Smell Like Kermit the Frog
Amphibia was dripping with froggy sex appeal. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Door policy at the Gaslamp bar in Houston: Whites get in for free. Non-whites get in for fee [Facepalm]
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Fark.com RSS » Humans dating robots is sick. You people wonder why I'm still single? It's 'cause all the fine robot sisters are dating humans [Unlikely]
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Mental Floss » 15 Forgotten School Supplies We Should Bring Back
It’s back-to-school season, which means it’s also that special time when elementary to high school students get to peruse the latest fashions in paper and pen—or, these days, laptop and tablet. Though the technologies of today are undoubtedly amazing, some of the school supplies of yesteryear were also pretty fantastic. Here are some of the forgotten school supplies we think … [Link]
Mental Floss » Morning Cup of Links: Break Out the Pumpkin!
21 Pumpkin Recipes To Get You In The Fall Spirit. With cream cheese? Yes, I’ll take two.
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The evolution of Miss America winners' body types from 1921 to now. As the rest of us get wider, they get slimmer every year.
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These Luxury Sports Cars Have Bizarrely Been Left to Gather Dust in Dubai. The concept of repossession … [Link]
FMyLife » meunluckycharms says FML
Today, I brought a boy home for the first time, only to have my dad ask him what his mother's maiden name was. When he answered, my dad exclaimed, "Oh yeah! I think I dated her in high school. I could be your father!" FML [Link]
Mental Floss » How Scientists Use Leeches to Locate Rare Animals
Leeches serve as rare DNA collectors. [Link]
Mental Floss » 15 Vintage Postcards From Around the World
From Paris, France to Amarillo, Texas, here's what the world looked like to travelers in the early 1900s. [Link]
Futility Closet » Looking Back
Amazingly, we have a photograph of a man who crossed the Delaware with George Washington. This is Conrad Heyer, born in 1749 and photographed in 1852 at age 103. He served in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, crossed the Delaware with Washington in December 1776, and fought in several major battles. The Maine Historical Society says that this … [Link]
Mental Floss » 15 Scientific Tricks to Make Waiting Easier
Waiting in line is a miserable experience in most situations, but it’s a boon for social psychologists who want to study group dynamics. [Link]
The Onion » American Voices: Americans Unclear On Obama’s Birthplace, Religion
A new poll has found that misperceptions about President Obama’s faith and birthplace persist throughout the population, with 20 percent of Americans responding that they believe Obama was born outside the United States and 29 percent asserting he is Muslim. What do you think?
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Mental Floss » The Latest Trend in Literature? Twitter Fiction
Creativity in 140 characters or less. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Mississippi shooting details emerge, shifting debate from guns to whether or not it's a good idea to have sex with another man's girlfriend [Followup]
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Mental Floss » 15 Interesting Things You Can Do With Capital Letters
Capital letters aren't just for starting sentences. Here are 15 more interesting ways to make use of them. [Link]
Mental Floss » WWI Centennial: Prelude to Rebellion
The First World War was an unprecedented catastrophe that shaped our modern world. Erik Sass is covering the events of the war exactly 100 years after they happened. This is the 201st installment in the series. September 14, 1915: Prelude to Rebellion Just as the passage of the Home Rule Act in May 1914 seemed about to bring the longstanding … [Link]
FMyLife » annabellatrix says FML
Today, a pervert was visibly playing with himself right next to me on the train. Then on the bus. Then on the other bus I changed to in order to lose him. At least somebody's interested. FML [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Good news for Paleo diet people: Bread is BACK on the menu [Spiffy]
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Fark.com RSS » The latest threat to children is [spins wheel of fear]…hand sanitizer. Is it 2002 again? [PSA]
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Mental Floss » Only 6 Percent of Americans Aced This Basic Science Survey
How do you compare? [Link]
Mental Floss » Are You Ready for Some … Grammar? Fans of This Pro Football Team Are the Most Typo-Prone
It turns out you can learn a lot by analyzing the comments section of the nearest sports blog. [Link]
Mental Floss » This Simple Toilet Can Improve Health and Safety
This cheaply mass-produced toilet to developing nations, a toilet manufacturer is helping individuals gain access to clean, sanitary, and secure bathroom facilities. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Navy agrees to stop 'sploding dolphins [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » Shoplifter: "Won't be caught." Sanford Police: "Challenge accepted" [Florida]
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Fark.com RSS » Cops say drug suspect mixed liquid cocaine with orange Kool-Aid. Most Floridians still prefer flakka due to fewer calories [Florida]
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Mental Floss » This Camera Refuses to Take Pictures of Over-Photographed Locations
Camera Restricta encourages photographers to venture off the beaten path. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » If Strunk and White were alive today, well, they'd probably throw throw themselves off a bridge, but also, they might have approved of this guide to proper online dating grammar [Silly]
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Fark.com RSS » He won the lottery, was sentenced to 5 years for fraud the next day [Ironic]
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Mental Floss » 11 Strange Facts About 'Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'
The true facts surrounding the classic work are as mysterious and intruiging as the novel itself. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Boston Redevelopment Authority denies denying ties to mobster Whitey Bulger [PSA]
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Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this generous giveaway [Photoshop]
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Mental Floss » High-Tech Light Bulbs Can Help You Study or Fall Asleep
Different wavelengths have real physiological effects on our bodies [Link]
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