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.”
The Onion » American Voices: New App Aims To Be The ‘Yelp Of People’
A forthcoming app called Peeple will let users post public reviews of their friends, neighbors, coworkers, and romantic partners without the permission of the person being evaluated, though the app will hold reviewers accountable by requiring them to post under their real names. What do you think?
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FMyLife » Dan223 says FML
Today, I saw my dad for the first time in almost five years, at his funeral. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » Become a Sabrage Samurai With This Modern "Sword"
It's not just about getting the champagne flowing, it's also about how you do it. [Link]
Mental Floss » Chemical Reaction Creates Gorgeous, Blooming 'Microflowers'
This artificial flowers are one-tenth the width of a human hair. [Link]
The Onion » News in Brief: ‘No Way To Prevent This,’ Says Only Nation Where This Regularly Happens
ROSEBURG, OR—In the hours following a violent rampage in southwestern Oregon in which a lone attacker killed 10 individuals and seriously injured seven others, citizens living in the only country where this kind of mass killing routinely occurs reportedly concluded Thursday that there was no way to prevent the massacre from taking place. “This was a terrible tragedy, but sometimes … [Link]
Mental Floss » 15 Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Julie Andrews Quotes
The raindrops on roses-loving Hollywood icon is turning 80 years old today. [Link]
FMyLife » Anonymous says FML
Today, I saw my ex boyfriend walking down the street in my direction. I've put on a bunch of weight since we broke up, so I turned to look in the nearest shop window, hoping he wouldn't notice. Unfortunately he did see me, looking straight at a KFC. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » Throw Wildflower Seed Bombs to Bring Back the Bees
The colorful seed balls bloom into honeybees' favorite wildflowers. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Tornado knocks out power to 10,000 people in Lancaster County, PA, none of whom noticed [Amusing]
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Mental Floss » Vintage 1970s Lunch Boxes Revisited: When Pop Culture Ruled the Playground
By Maribeth Keane and Lisa Hix For kids in the ’70s, the cartoon characters and pop stars on their metal lunch boxes were more important than the sliced apples and PB&Js inside. In fact, the coolness of your lunch box could determine your social status for the whole year. In this interview, painter and graphic designer Dee Adams explains how … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Got a baby face? No worries, you too can be an insufferable hipster [Asinine]
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Fark.com RSS » I have no idea what you are talking about so here's a leopard with a pot stuck on its head [Amusing]
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Fark.com RSS » Finally a study you can throw in your Roomba's face when it starts getting too self-satisfied [Interesting]
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Mental Floss » This Box Can Simulate the Weather Forecast
This tempescope creates rain, clouds and lightning in a space no bigger than a table lamp. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » If you bought a lotto ticket in a gas station in Three Rivers, Michigan, lottery officials would like to have about three hundred million words with you [Cool]
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Fark.com RSS » Fark Food Thread: Yep, it really is that time again. Break out your chili recipes and show us why yours is superior [Interesting]
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Mental Floss » 7 Odd and Awesome Festivals and Events in October
At least one of these might be work a road trip! [Link]
Fark.com RSS » PSA: if women are taking pictures of you while you expose yourself to them, it may not be because they're impressed [Dumbass]
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FMyLife » Mindersss says FML
Today, I started my new job. Not even 2 hours in did some old man ask me where I live, what's my number, and if I was interested in being with him and his friends. This guy is at least over 50 and works with me. I left my old job because some old men kept asking the same things. … [Link]
FMyLife » FereldonBorn says FML
Today, my dog was all over me, and I couldn't help but notice she kept sniffing towards my boobs. Turns out, she wasn't there to get love from me. She was there for a piece of food that I didn't notice had fallen in my bra. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » The Missing Links: Doc Brown is Back
Doc Brown is back just in time for the anniversary of his own arrival in the future later this month. I know that sentence was really confusing, but that’s the nature of time travel. * A new app called Peeple will allow you to post Yelp-like reviews of other humans beings. What could possibly go wrong? * If you don't … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Drunk Navy officer did NOT squeeze a raccoon in order to bypass a breathalyzer interlock. It was purely for recreational purposes [Followup]
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Fark.com RSS » "Why do so many Americans think they have Cherokee blood?" Hm. Well, I haven't read TFA yet, but is it because they're morons? *scans article* Yup, morons [Dumbass]
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Fark.com RSS » Paying to sit around and have a painfully boring conversation with some stranger isn't actually a great way to be happy, scientists admit [Obvious]
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Fark.com RSS » France is a 'country of white race' according to politician's statement, which surprised many who expected her to say 'flags' [Misc]
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Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this lighthouse [Photoshop]
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Mental Floss » Scientists Are Using Fossils to Determine Dinosaurs’ True Colors
Organelles called melanosomes could reveal dinosaurs' true colors. [Link]
Mental Floss » The Most Frightening Food Found on Airplanes
By Brittany Jones Cooper There are a lot of inconvenient things about traveling, and food selection is usually at the top of the list. Sure, you can grab a bite before you board, but if you have a long flight, chances are you’ll have to purchase something to eat on the plane. That’s when things get dicey. If you’re in … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Just in time for Halloween, Egyptian archaeologists set the stage for "The Return of the Curse of King Tut" [Strange]
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Mental Floss » This Careful Robotic Hand Can Pick Up An Egg Without Cracking It
It can also pick a CD up off a table. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » After 120 years, the last 'dry' village in England gets alcohol ban lifted. Raise a glass [Spiffy]
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Fark.com RSS » Pretrial hearing starts as Hulk Hogan takes on Gawker. We've got lawyers, washed up wrestlemania stars and muckraking web 'journalists,' and all we need to complete the circus is maybe a Kardashian on fire or something [Florida]
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Fark.com RSS » Michelle Mitchell — wellness entrepreneur, yoga instructor, and bringer of balance to unbalanced lives — will teach you and your children how to achieve inner peace in JUST A GODDAMN MINUTE JESUS CHRIST STOP NAGGING CAN'T YOU SEE I'M BUSY [
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Fark.com RSS » A 20 meter wide sinkhole opens up in London. Land owners immediately try to rent it out for £4000/month [Scary]
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Fark.com RSS » Oh sure, you leave bags unattended, try to buy a international ticket with cash and strip down to your underpants at ONE airport ticketing counter, and all of a sudden the police consider you a disturbance [Weird]
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Fark.com RSS » A woman finds happiness after she convinces a psychologist to pour drain cleaner in her eyes to permanently blind her [Weird]
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Fark.com RSS » Woman tells bear it can't have her kayak and eat it, too [Fail]
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Weird Universe » Here Kitty Kitty
A bus full of loud children frightened this mountain lion up a 35 foot power pole. According to a man who lives in the neighborhood the cat was gone the next day, lucky for the fire department, that would have been a rough rescue. Don't feel bad girl, that many kids all together scare me too!(cougars are girls right??) [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Police smash car windows to rescue an infant doll left sitting awkwardly on a seat cushion [Awkward]
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Mental Floss » The 11 Actors Who Voice Over 100 'Simpsons' Characters
You'll never guess who voices Santa's Little Helper. [Link]
Mental Floss » 5 Questions: Dogville
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Fark.com RSS » Today's mass shooting is in Oregon [NewsFlash]
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Mental Floss » 14 Page-Turning Facts About Barnes
They used to sell books by the pound. [Link]
The Onion » Sports News in Brief: Report: Peyton Manning Lacks Strength To Complete Longer Commercial Takes
DENVER—Noting that physical limitations were hindering the 39-year-old’s performance, league sources confirmed Thursday that Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning lacks the strength to complete longer commercial takes. “Peyton’s preparation and ability to process information are second to none, but when you watch him struggling to complete longer scenes, it’s obvious that time is finally catching up to one of the … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Cougar takes up pole dancing [Amusing]
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Mental Floss » The Stories Behind 11 Famous Cocktails
When you belly up to the bar, how well do you know the cocktail you're ordering? The ingredients of these famous tipples may be familiar to bar patrons the world over, but some of their origins are as debatable as those of the Flaming Moe. Here's a quick rundown of where some of your favorite drinks entered a glass for … [Link]
Mental Floss » Pristine Civil War Cannons Removed From South Carolina's Pee Dee River
They've sat at the bottom of the South Carolina river ever since they were pushed overboard 150 years ago. [Link]
The Onion » Onion Studios: New Robot Warns When Someone’s About To Walk In On You Masturbating
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Fark.com RSS » Researchers look for reasons why high school dropouts die more frequently in car crashes. "Hold my beer and watch this" investigated as possible cause [Interesting]
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The Onion » Onion Studios: Wild Fall Break Parties Pose Risks For College Students
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Fark.com RSS » It's just your average "man gets drunk at baseball game, steals mascot costume, goes barhopping" story [Amusing]
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Mental Floss » ‘Friend Books’ Were the Facebook of the 16th Century
Social media isn’t new. [Link]
The Onion » News: Archaeologists Reconstruct Snyder’s Of Hanover Pretzel From Pieces Discovered In Des Moines–Area Stop ’N Go
DES MOINES, IA—Heralding the discovery as the most complete specimen of its kind, a team of archaeologists from the University of Iowa announced Thursday that they had managed to reconstruct more than 75 percent of a Snyder’s of Hanover pretzel from fragments found at a Des Moines–area Stop ’N Go.According to researchers, the pretzel—the remains of which were discovered scattered … [Link]
Mental Floss » Scientists Use Ultrasound to Activate Brain Cells
They altered how neurons behave in the brains of nematode worms. [Link]
The Onion » News in Brief: Unemployed Single Mother In Rubio Speech Told Candidate About Her Problems In Confidence
CEDAR FALLS, IA—Describing her shock and embarrassment upon learning that her personal struggles were shared with an entire campaign rally audience, 37-year-old Allison Kilpatrick, an unemployed single mother that Republican presidential hopeful Marco Rubio mentioned in a recent stump speech, informed reporters Thursday that she told the candidate about her problems in confidence. “Jesus Christ, I thought this was going … [Link]
Mental Floss » 10 Twangy Facts About Disney's Country Bear Jamboree
Even a bona fide Liver Lips McGrowl groupie might not know these facts about the classic Disney attraction. [Link]
FMyLife » Anonymous says FML
Today, I asked my friend to come sit next to me in class. I pulled out the chair next to me. Coincidentally, she started to sit at that same moment. Now both she and my teacher are convinced I did it on purpose, and they want to have a talk with my parents. FML [Link]
FMyLife » areyoukiddingme says FML
Today, I met my boyfriend's other girlfriend. She then informed me that he has a wife, and that they have an open relationship. Thanks for keeping me in the loop, honey. FML [Link]
Fark.com RSS » You know your religion sucks if you're allowed to have multiple wives but you're only allowed to touch them while the priest rapes them [Sick]
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Mental Floss » The Prettiest Pigeons You've Ever Seen
Quirky portraits capture the birds’ beauty and personality. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Man who camped for three years in his Mercedes car on a Highland road in Scotland is evicted by police who say he has become a hazard [Fail]
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Mental Floss » When Evacuating Hospitals, Some People Use Baby Aprons
Hospital staff use infant evacuation aprons to carry babies to safety. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » As first lady, Melania Trump would be the first foreign-born first lady since Louisa Adams, and the first to have modeled nude since Barbara Bush [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » Titanic's last lunch menu sells for $88,000 at auction. Apparently passengers dined on corned beef, iceberg lettuce, salt water taffy [Followup]
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Mental Floss » Science Explains Why You Can't Smell Your Own House
It's for your own good. [Link]
Mental Floss » 12 Spectacular Facts About ‘American Beauty’
Sam Mendes's Oscar-winning directorial debut was inspired by Amy Fisher and Joey Buttafuoco. [Link]
The Onion » American Voices: Whole Foods Lays Off 1,500 Employees
In an effort to reduce overhead, respond to competition, and lower prices, Whole Foods has announced they will lay off 1,500 workers and find other ways to cut costs, such as transitioning to a more self-service model and launching a new economy chain of stores called 365. What do you think?
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The Onion » News in Brief: Taco Bell To Offer Discreet Purchasing Charged Under ‘TBfoodsLLC’
IRVINE, CA—Aiming to provide customers with an effective and easy way to consume their products free from judgment, Taco Bell officials announced Thursday that patrons at any of the fast food chain’s 5,600 locations will now be given the option to have their purchases appear inconspicuously on credit card and bank statements under the name “TBfoodsLLC.” “At Taco Bell, we … [Link]
Mental Floss » What's Up With Exclamation!!! Marks!!! Between!!! Words!!!?
How is language evolving on the internet? In this series on internet linguistics, Gretchen McCulloch breaks down the latest innovations in online communication. People have been using multiple exclamation marks for emphasis since before we started having strong feelings about things on the internet. omg that's amazing!!!!! More advanced variants include "omg!!!!1!!11!!" (so excited you forgot to hold down the … [Link]
Mental Floss » Play With Adoptable Kittens From Your Computer
The internet is a beautiful thing. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this export [Photoshop]
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Fark.com RSS » Spider bites man. Did the guy turn into Spider-Man? No, his leg burst open instead [Scary]
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Fark.com RSS » 15 massive parcel bomb explosions rock Chinese city of Liuzhou, leaving seven dead and mostly government buildings demolished. But it's been classified as "criminal", not "terrorism", so no need to worry. Move on citizen [Scary]
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Weird Universe » Spun on robotic arm
When we last met performance artist Stelarc, he was growing an ear on his arm. Now he's back with a new piece, titled "Propel," in which he's spun around by a giant robotic arm. He says that this demonstrates "an intimate interaction between the human body and a machine." He goes on:
"The human is responsible for programming the robot, … [Link]
Mental Floss » Embarrass Your Pet This Halloween With These 16 Incredible Costumes
A curated selection of offbeat Halloween costumes your pets are sure to love. [Link]
Mental Floss » Dogville
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Fark.com RSS » If a calorie is a calorie, why are people fatter even if they eat the same things they did in the '80s? Is it because of environmental factors, antidepressants, the microbiome, or the spandex-induced flashback to the 20-minute workout? [Interesti
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Mental Floss » H.P. Lovecraft’s Spooky Poem About Edgar Allan Poe
"Espy amidst these tombs the shade of Poe" [Link]
Mental Floss » Try Audible for Free for 30 Days
Try Audible for Free for 30 Days [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Bicycle makers would like to remind everyone that they are an important part of the U.S. transportation infrastructure, and therefore are going to have their own major recalls [Fail]
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Fark.com RSS » Zippy the Pinhead impersonator arrested for assaulting elderly woman (warning: graphic images) [Creepy]
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Mental Floss » These Are the 'Star Wars' Helmet Speakers You're Looking For
Officially licensed Bluetooth speakers for the diehard Star Wars fan. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Hulk smashed [Sad]
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Fark.com RSS » Ahmed the clock kid was molested by Michael Jackson's chimp [Sick]
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Mental Floss » Mounted Wall Antlers Made From Plants
Designer Fabio Milito and Paula Studio teamed up to create arrangements that mimic the look of mounted antlers. [Link]
Weird Universe » “The Chicken Song”
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Fark.com RSS » They only say good things about you, if you can resist creating an account. Sounds good [Creepy]
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FMyLife » No Job says FML
Today, I was supposed to start my new job. I had forgotten I had a doctor's appointment, so I called work early and told them I wouldn't be able to start until tomorrow. My boss then terminated my employment. I got fired before I even started. FML [Link]
FMyLife » college parking sucks says FML
Today, for the first time this semester, I was able to get parking in time for my Wednesday class. The professor was sick and class was cancelled. FML [Link]
GraphJam » Christmas gifts breakdown
LoL by: r1ch4rd Tagged: christmas , gifts , holiday , Songs Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » So, You Believe in Marriage According to the Bible?
Graph by: Unknown Tagged: amendment one , bible , gay marriage , infographic Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » But How Are They Supposed to Afford Their Sixth House
Graph by: Unknown Tagged: houses , music industry , music piracy , Pie Chart , rich Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Reaction upon learning of Gary Coleman's death
Graph by: nickv84 Tagged: actor , catch phrase , celeb , condolences , Death , family , gary coleman , Pie Chart , rest in peace , Sad Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » The Tools of Actions Heroes
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GraphJam » Did I Just Get GraphRoll'd?
Graph by: (via Hello With Cheese) Tagged: never gonna give , never gonna quit , rick astley , rickrollin , venn diagram Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » The Meaning of Flag Colors
Graph by: EyRa Tagged: color , countries , flags , oil , politics , war Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » When The TV Breaks
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GraphJam » Still Good for a Good Time
Graph by: Unknown Tagged: john green , nerdfighters , venn diagram , youtube Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Don't Forget: 101 Sex Tips That Will Never Ever Work
Graph by: Unknown Tagged: beauty , cosmopolitan , magazines , Pie Chart , weight loss , women Share on Facebook
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Fark.com RSS » "Illegal yabby trap kills two platypuses in Murrumbidgee River". Strewth [Weird]
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Fark.com RSS » Never forget. Congress just went on recess without reauthorizing the 9/11 First Responder health care bill [Murica]
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Mental Floss » Morning Cup of Links: The Downside of Climbing Mt. Everest
A variety of interesting links for your surfing pleasure. [Link]
Mental Floss » 12 Sweet-and-Chewy Facts About Tootsie Rolls
They're a go-to candy for a reason. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Production company shooting a promotional video showcasing how great Houston is gets robbed at gunpoint [Ironic]
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FMyLife » ZombieGirl0417 says FML
Today, my aunt asked to see my new airsoft pistol. Not thinking anything of it, I handed it to her. She shot me in the leg. I was standing next to her. FML [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Couple who own bakery lose lawsuit by lesbian couple they caused emotional distress. Donors raise more than enough money to cover the bakers' expenses, but they decide to not not pay the judgement and pocket all the donations. This will not end w
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Mental Floss » 10 Fun Facts About the Real-Life Oregon Trail
Those with fond memories of playing The Oregon Trail in elementary school will want to read Rinker Buck’s memoir, 'The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey.' [Link]
Mental Floss » 11 Things Strategic Geniuses Do Differently Than Other People
For some, strategic thinking is an inherent trait that spells early successes while playing board games and on the playground—and later, can lead to military victories, championship titles, and congressional seats. For the rest of us, here are a few strategies to help you maneuver your way to the top (without resorting to dirty tricks). 1. They never stop learning. … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Man who built "stone dungeon" to house sex slaves he wanted to buy is remembered by neighbors as quiet, creepy [Obvious]
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Mental Floss » This Glass Suspension Bridge in China Is Equal Parts Stunning and Scary
The 300-meter long walkway connects two cliffs at the Shiniuzhai National Geological Park in China’s Hunan province. [Link]
Futility Closet » Cruel and Unusual
A king is angry at two mathematicians, so he decrees the following punishment. The mathematicians will be imprisoned in towers at opposite ends of the kingdom. Each morning, a guard at each tower will flip a coin and show the result to his prisoner. Each prisoner must then guess the result of the coin flip at the other tower. If … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Home medical advice: If you're continually hearing a scratching noise in your ear, the odds are overwhelming against it being evil spirits [Scary]
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Mental Floss » 17 Offbeat Holidays You Can Celebrate in October
Even grouches get a quirky holiday during the month of October. [Link]
Mental Floss » MIT Student Builds Real-Time Transit Map for His Wall
Way better than a Bob Marley poster. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Little girl loses her teddy bear at airport, causes massive security scare. Oh wait, it was in Canada, awesomeness ensues [Sappy]
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Mental Floss » 11 Things You Might Not Know About 'Blazing Saddles'
The most audacious comedy of Mel Brooks’ directorial career. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Theme of Farktography Contest No. 543: "Seen Better Days 2" Details and rules in first post. LGT next week's theme [Farktography]
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Fark.com RSS » Company creates caffeinated peanut butter. Because kids aren't hyper enough [Interesting]
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Mental Floss » Jabba the Hutt Leaves Tatooine for Your Front Lawn
It’s a boonowa day in this neighborhood. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Graffiti artist shot and killed while painting anti-violence mural [Ironic]
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FMyLife » Anonymous says FML
Today, I got called a "politically correct loser" by a woman at the supermarket, all because I said I didn't want to find out the gender of my baby until birth. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » The Vibrant History of the Iconic Paisley Bandana
From function to fashion, the classic accessory has come a long way since the 18th century. [Link]
Mental Floss » Keep Your Pizza Safe and Fresh With Pizza Pouch
This Ziploc pouch will keep your pizza fresh and charm on full blast. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Not news: Florida man loses control of car, crashes. News: Car splits in two, but he only suffers minor injuries. Fark: how he managed to get a 1986 Nissan 300ZX to start in the first place [Florida]
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FMyLife » Anonymous says FML
Today, my boyfriend of 8 years moved in with two other women. He's spent the past 2 years telling me he can't afford to move out of his parent's house. FML [Link]
Mental Floss » This Miner Digs for Denim, Not Precious Metals
Michael Allen Harris collects priceless vintage jeans, which he finds in old silver mines. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Secret British Area 51 alien research base uncovered deep underground in UFO hotspot. Could be where Thunderbirds was filmed in secret TV studios in the 1960s [Unlikely]
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Mental Floss » This Story is Made Up of Over 5,000 Movie Taglines
Brian Joseph Davis organized the loglines into a loose narrative, then hired a voiceover artist to perform them. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Pentagon on Russia entering the fray against ISIS in Syria: You're pouring gasoline on a fire. Granted, it's a fire we started and have been maintaining for years, but it's sort of our thing so stop it [Asinine]
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Mental Floss » 15 Spooky Facts About Albrecht Dürer’s 'Knight, Death, and the Devil'
A visual feast and technical marvel, Albrecht Dürer’s dark print caused a sensation in 16th century Europe. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Some executive at a board meeting said, "You know, I bet we could get more Millennials to go to the ballet if it was sponsored by PBR" [Unlikely]
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Fark.com RSS » The criminal trial of former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship — the guy who used to sponsor anti-union rallies on Labor Day — is set to open in West Virginia, and all it took to get to get him indicted was a body count most serial killers would en
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Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this light on the wall [Photoshop]
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Mental Floss » Items from the Titanic Are Up for Auction
Today, Lion Heart Autographs kicked off an auction that includes three rare Titanic finds from survivors accused of bribing their way onto Lifeboat No. 1. [Link]
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