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 » As expected, Toronto police officer found not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter after firing two lethal volleys of shots at teenager. Not expected – he was found guilty of attempted murder [Strange]
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Mental Floss » Watch This Band Create Music on 'Ringing' Boulders
A true rock concert if we've ever seen one. [Link]
Mental Floss » 8 Sequels That Received Best Picture Oscar Nominations
All sequels are not created equal. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Attention, parents: no one likes it when you bring your baby to work. Especially if you're a famous bullfighter [Scary]
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Fark.com RSS » Looking for 23-year-old man, cops taser 86-year-old man instead. "Meh, close enough" [Facepalm]
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Mental Floss » Europe's Eerie Abandoned Checkpoints
Polish photographer Josef Schulz traveled across the continent, taking pictures of the forgotten outposts. [Link]
Mental Floss » Keep Track of the Brews You've Sipped With This Scratch-Off Beer Poster
Rub the foil off each craft brew as you drink it. [Link]
Mental Floss » Meet the Prop Builder Who Specializes in C-3PO Costumes
Watch as Gordon Tarpley explains how he brings the Star Wars character to life. [Link]
Mental Floss » 7 Snappy Facts About Bubble Wrap
Happy Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day! [Link]
Mental Floss » Scientists Genetically Engineer Autistic Monkeys
The transgenic primates have a human gene associated with autism spectrum disorders. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Prosecutor to Making a Murderer defendant: Why don't you just confess so I can write a book about your murder case? [Followup]
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Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this woman hailing a cab in New York City, 1956 [Photoshop]
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Mental Floss » The Missing Links: The Myth About All Those Inuit Words for Snow
There are not actually 100 different Inuit words for snow. * Be careful when you grab that shovel and head out to move some snow. This article explains why that activity is an unusually deadly type of exercise. * Intriguing Headline of the Day: Why Can’t You Remember Your Future? Physicist Paul Davies on the Puzzlement of Why We Experience … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » "Excuse me, the person in the car behind you is very drunk. Do you mind waiting here at the window until the police arrive?" [CSB]
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Fark.com RSS » Please note: disposing of evidence of your crime by throwing it in a lake works much better during summer, when it's not frozen over [Dumbass]
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Fark.com RSS » Tons of sperm wash up on English beaches [Sick]
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Fark.com RSS » Hundreds turned out for a Star Wars themed snowball fight in Washington, DC; however, many adults old enough to remember the first one lamented about how it just wasn't the same and all the new kids ruined it and had no appreciation for Hoth [Fol
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Mental Floss » Which Debt Busting Method Is Right for You?
So, you've decided to tackle your debt—good for you! Next you need to decide how. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » "Hi, uh, we're the two dumb asses that got caught trying to bring some stuff through your border and all your cops are just driving around us like a bunch of jack wagons, and I'd just like for you guys to end it" [Dumbass]
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Fark.com RSS » DC airport can't figure out how much snow fell after airport technicians lost their "device meant to measure snowfall," known elsewhere in the world as "stick" [Facepalm]
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Fark.com RSS » Awesome: Belgian Ale from Trappist monks. Possibly not quite as awesome: Byzantine Jam from Yooper monks [Interesting]
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Mental Floss » Ecuador Police Save a Tiny, Terrified Sloth on the Highway
This little guy could probably use a hug. [Link]
Mental Floss » DIY Dad Recreates Star Trek’s Enterprise As a Playset
Set phasers to fun! [Link]
Mental Floss » 9 Apps All Young Adults Should Have on Their Phones
Yes, you should get renter's insurance. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Fark NotNewsletter: The things that get you guys all commenty [FarkBlog]
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FMyLife » anonymous says FML
Today, my son became convinced that his father cheated and we put the fertilized egg inside me to cover the whole thing up. He won't stop calling me "host mother". FML [Link]
FMyLife » LordBubbleWrap says FML
Today, after our flight got cancelled back home, I called the airline to work out a replacement flight. I sat in hold for 2 hours waiting as patiently as I could. Then, the automated voice says, "There are no available agents. Good bye." FML [Link]
Mental Floss » Scientists Are Developing a Needle-Free Anesthetic For Dental Procedures
Scientists at the University of São Paulo claim to have developed a new, needle-free means of administering anesthetic during dental procedures. [Link]
The Onion » American Voices: Rick Perry Endorses Ted Cruz
Texas governor Rick Perry has endorsed Ted Cruz for president after suspending his own campaign last September, an announcement that follows Sarah Palin’s high-profile endorsement of Donald Trump last week. What do you think?
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The Onion » News in Brief: Bleary-Eyed, Stuporous Houseguest Assures Host That He Slept Great
PITTSBURGH—Providing several reassurances about the quality of his previous night’s rest, bleary-eyed, stuporous houseguest Ken Hodge informed host Jeremy Muller this morning that he slept really great, sources confirmed. “Yeah, I was pretty comfy,” said the drowsy, sluggish 29-year-old, who restlessly tossed and turned throughout the night while attempting to find a comfortable sleeping position on the sagging cushions of … [Link]
Mental Floss » 8 Delicious Facts About Haggis
In celebration of Burns Night, a high-protein look at this peculiar and beloved dish. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Pastor debates leaving marriage business after accidentally marrying triple murder suspect to sole witness to murders [Creepy]
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Mental Floss » Oral History: 'Punky Brewster's' Refrigerator Danger
How an adorable orphan and a rusty old appliance conspired to traumatize a nation. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » British explorer becomes first man to cross 97% of Antarctic alone [Sad]
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Fark.com RSS » Forget dueling banjos, there's a new duel in town [Amusing]
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Fark.com RSS » Nice going crypto-anarchist wiz kid, soon the terrorists will be 3-D printing death for everyone [Followup]
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Mental Floss » 9 Magical Facts About '100 Years of Solitude'
The book changed world literature, but there was much more than magic involved. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Militia group can't wait, er, is prepared to use deadly force against the republican government they helped elect, if necessary, in order to distribute water in Flint, Michigan. Truly Fark: Their ally is Michael Moore [Unlikely]
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Fark.com RSS » ISIS warns it will beheading for Britain next [Scary]
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Mental Floss » 5 Questions: "Sno"w Storm
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Fark.com RSS » The Beer Whisperer [Facepalm]
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Fark.com RSS » Have a camera to keep an eye on your baby sleeping? Too busy to watch it? Don't worry, there is an entire internet of pervs watching. They even have their own search engine [Sick]
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Mental Floss » How the Historic East Coast Blizzard Came to Life
It's likely to be remembered as a benchmark storm for decades. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » People of Tinder versus People Looking at Tinder [Silly]
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Fark.com RSS » Wichita Massacre Brothers may have a branding problem, apes smoking on Mars, and a lovely day for a barber queue: a few of Fark's favorite Headlines of the Week for 1/17 – 1/23 [FarkBlog]
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The Onion » News in Brief: Jeb Bush Campaign Kicks Off 3-State Farewell Tour With Iowa Town Hall Meeting
MASON CITY, IA—Having carefully rehearsed their soundbites and readied their bus for one final month on the road, Jeb Bush’s presidential campaign reportedly kicked off a three-state farewell tour with a town hall meeting Monday before a gathered crowd of dozens. “We wanted to show moderate Republicans how much we’ve appreciated all the support we’ve had throughout this election season, … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Vets stay behind during Australian bushfire to care for injured wildlife – specifically, ugly ass baby kangaroos [Hero]
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Fark.com RSS » An ugly-assed sloth rescued from side of road. Mammoth and Sabre-tooth tiger still unaccounted for [Sappy]
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Mental Floss » The #1 Way to Trick Yourself into Saving More for Retirement
It takes just one step to increase your yearly retirement income by thousands. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » You know the government's getting desperate for votes when they send a cat an electoral enrollment form. Bonus: the cat is named Chairman Meow [Fail]
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Fark.com RSS » Protip: If a man is roaming the halls of your apartment building with a machete, do not offer to give him a hand…. or two [Scary]
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Fark.com RSS » Tacticool yoga pants are a thing now [Giggity]
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Mental Floss » Scientists Say Venus Flytraps Can Count
The carnivorous plant snaps shut after a bug touches it twice, and begins digesting after five. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Guns don't kill people. Autonomous guns kill people [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » British man claiming to be the "Archbishop of Peckham" is selling a miracle cure that's really just a $4 bottle of Aldi olive oil he's doubled the price on [Silly]
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The Onion » Slideshow: The Week In Pictures – Week Of January 25, 2016
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The Onion » American Voices: Dogs Might Detect Human Emotions
A study of canine responses to verbal and visual stimuli has led researchers to conclude that dogs can distinguish human emotions based on how the person’s voice matches their facial expressions, a mental process similar to how infants observe the world around them. What do you think?
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The Onion » Editorial Cartoon: Editorial Cartoon: ‘The Oscar Race’
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Mental Floss » 10 No-Brainer Tips for Organizing Paper Clutter
Follow these simple tips for banishing paper clutter in real time. [Link]
The Onion » News: Disney World Opens New Ordeal Kingdom For Family Meltdowns
BAY LAKE, FL—Touting the new property’s wide variety of unique and imaginative attractions, representatives from the Walt Disney World Resort announced Monday the opening of Ordeal Kingdom, a new theme park specifically designed for full-scale family meltdowns.Situated between Epcot and the Magic Kingdom, the 350-acre property reportedly incorporates many of the most aggravating elements of Disney’s other parks and expands … [Link]
The Onion » News in Brief: Boss Wants Friendly, Relaxed Company Culture In Place By Friday
SAN MATEO, CA—Warning of severe consequences if he didn’t see results, Pantheon Digital Consulting COO Daniel Abelson, 59, told employees Monday he wants a relaxed, friendly company culture implemented by the end of the week, sources within the organization confirmed. “I don’t care how you make this a laid-back, fun place to work, just get it done, and get it … [Link]
Mental Floss » 12 Black-and-White Facts About '101 Dalmatians'
Disney's classic canine caper turns 55 years old today. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » So, why is there a tiny little pocket just above the front pocket in most denim jeans? (Hint – The actual answer is over 100 years old) [Strange]
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Mental Floss » Why Does ‘a Quarter of’ Mean the Same Thing as ‘a Quarter to’?
It's common in the Northeast and Midwest. [Link]
Weird Universe » Drive-By Dairy Attacks
A very British crime: "Drive-by yoghurt attack on crochet teacher's haberdashery leaves her shaken."
Maybe it's a turf war between rival haberdashers.
Since it's in the UK, you have to say "YAW-gurt" instead of "YOH-gurt." [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Not news: Mayor awards college scholarships. News: To virgins. Fark: Women only [Strange]
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Fark.com RSS » Human skull in shop triggers investigation. Yeah, that'll usually do it [Obvious]
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Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this eel [Photoshop]
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Mental Floss » This $15 Computer Raised Over $1.5 Million on Kickstarter
Powerful computing for the price of lunch. [Link]
Mental Floss » Pop Quiz: See How Well Your Brain Handles the Stroop Test
Even with just simple words and colors, the test is guaranteed to befuddle you. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Anti-circumcision 'intactivist' confronts the retired doctor who altered his manhood back in 1965. "I asked him, 'Did that make you feel like more of a man to do that to me when I was eight pounds?' He had nothing to say" [Fac
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FMyLife » Anonymous says FML
Today, I was leaving the house to go on a date. My dad stopped me at the door and said confidently, "Tear that pussy up, son." I'm gay and my dad knows that. FML [Link]
FMyLife » helloimkylieee says FML
Today, I had to convince my parents to shut the door when they have sex. They have done this on multiple occasions. FML [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Doobie you agree to be my lawfully wedded wife? [Spiffy]
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Mental Floss » Watch This Supercut of Actors Performing Opposite Themselves
It will have you seeing double. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Positive find in Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370 case. Unfortunately, it's an underwater volcano, which sank a towfish that was looking for the plane. On the bright side, at least nobody died [Interesting]
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Mental Floss » James Bond's Aston Martin From 'Spectre' Can Now Be Yours
Christie's is auctioning off the rare car for an estimated seven figures. [Link]
Weird Universe » Opel Rocket Vehicles
Original pic here.
Opel-RAK were a series of rocket vehicles produced by Fritz von Opel, of the Opel car company, in association with others, including Max Valier and Friedrich Wilhelm Sander largely as publicity stunts.
The Lippisch Ente a rocket-powered glider was produced on June 11, 1928, piloted by Fritz Stamer, but is not usually considered part of the series. … [Link]
Mental Floss » "Sno"w Storm
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Mental Floss » Get a Jumpstart on the Day With Caffeinated Toothpaste
Eliminate morning grogginess before you even have your coffee. [Link]
Mental Floss » 7 Vivid Facts About Sea Slugs
The “butterflies of the ocean” are beautiful, deadly, and strange. [Link]
FMyLife » thrill house says FML
Today, a woman yelled at me for hurting her. I'm a tattoo artist. FML [Link]
FMyLife » Pandafriend says FML
Today, after not going out in over a year, I finally agreed to go out with some friends. I had a lot of fun and was very happy, up until when I was on my way back home and I noticed my car's sunroof had been stolen. FML [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Coxless Crew rows from San Francisco to Australia in nine months. I repeat, this crew has no cox [Interesting]
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Fark.com RSS » It never looks good when cops pull you over while you're driving a car at night with the headlights off and only three tires. "Her answer to the missing tire – she lost it at some point that day" [Facepalm]
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Mental Floss » Morning Cup of Links: A Tribute to the World’s Fastest Animal
Start the day with some great links from all over! [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Possible piece of MH370 found in Thailand. That or just a random chunk of metal. Regardless, CNN has already started masturbating furiously [Obvious]
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Mental Floss » 40 Peculiar P-Words To Pep Up Your Vocabulary
If you're pauciloquent, then this list is worth reading. If you have pinaciphobia? You may want to be careful… [Link]
FMyLife » Snowman says FML
Today, I was shovelling snow out of my driveway and broke my shovel. So I tried cleaning the driveway with a garbage lid. That broke too. Now I'm out snow shovel, AND a garbage lid. FML [Link]
FMyLife » lookwhereyasittin says FML
Today, it was the first day in my life that I fell into a toilet because someone left the toilet seat up. I'm a guy. FML [Link]
GraphJam » Words that frighten youth today
Graph by: Unknown Tagged: Bar Graph , election , frighten , homework , internet , no , recession , scandals , violence , war , words , youth Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Still More Emotion than Kristen Stewart
krist Graph by: CaptainTechnicality Tagged: emotions , lizard Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Last Words
Graph by: 2geckoman Tagged: beer , defeat , dude , hospital , joke , last , love , Pie Chart , watch , words Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » Internet Dating
Graph by: Unknown Tagged: attractive , computer , dating , internet , picture , profile , ugly Share on Facebook
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GraphJam » When Trying to Say "Irish Wristwatch"
Graph by: Mazoodle Tagged: dammit , irish , Pie Chart , Tongue Twister , you say it Share on Facebook
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Fark.com RSS » Here are some incredible facts about the world's oldest mall. No, it is not from 1970 but was built in the 15th century [Interesting]
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Mental Floss » Surprise Your Nerdy Valentine with This Dinosaur-Themed 'Bouquet'
The tiny, plush dinosaurs are a fun alternative to a conventional bunch of roses. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » The DEA is paying TSA agents a 10% finders fee to take your money. Remember – Federal agents confiscated more money than burglars stole last year [Murica]
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Mental Floss » 20 Virginia Woolf Quotes to Celebrate Her Birthday
Born 134 years ago today, Virginia Woolf was a true writer’s writer. [Link]
Mental Floss » 32 Incredible Images of the 2016 Blizzard
It was a storm of historic magnitude. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Once again, for the 200th time, when pointing a gun at your friend's head, make sure the chamber is empty BEFORE pulling the trigger, not AFTER [Dumbass]
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Futility Closet » Podcast Episode 91: Voyage of the Damned
In 1939, an ocean liner carrying 900 Jewish refugees left Nazi Germany seeking sanctuary in North America, but it was turned away by every nation it appealed to. In this week’s episode of the Futility Closet podcast we’ll follow the so-called “voyage of the damned” and the plight of its increasingly desperate passengers. We’ll also discuss the employment prospects for … [Link]
Fark.com RSS » No sex? That's a nunchucking [Scary]
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Mental Floss » Animated Map Shows Migrations of Birds in the Western Hemisphere
They really do flock together. [Link]
Mental Floss » 9 Job-Finding Secrets From Headhunters
The font you should always use for your resume, two things you should never bring to an interview, and when it’s OK to stalk potential co-workers. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Niagara Falls will slowly be turned off for bridge repairs [Strange]
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Fark.com RSS » The real problem with cheap gas? It encourages the sort of suburban sprawl caused by idiots who think living 50 miles from where they work is a good plan [Dumbass]
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Fark.com RSS » What board games are you playing these days? [Misc]
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Fark.com RSS » Man dies from carbon monoxide poisoning after snow plow traps him inside car [Scary]
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Weird Universe » News of the Weird (January 24, 2016)
News of the Weird
Weirdnuz.M459, January 24, 2016
Copyright 2016 by Chuck Shepherd. All rights reserved.
Lead Story
Streaming News: (1) The “public art” statues unveiled in January by Fort Myers, Fla., Mayor Randy Henderson included a metal structure by sculptor Edugardo Carmona of a man walking a dog, with the dog “lifting his leg” beside a pole. Only after … [Link]
Mental Floss » A Look at Cars and Computers from 1996
How about a CD-ROM to help you buy a car? [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Photoshop this intense game of chess [Photoshop]
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Fark.com RSS » Why bother with a pre-nup? Just secretly divorce your wife after four months, so when she finds out twenty years later she won't get your stuff [Creepy]
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Mental Floss » 32 Incredible And Instantly Iconic Images of the 2016 Blizzard
It was a storm of historic magnitude. [Link]
Fark.com RSS » Nine months from now, birthing centers in the East Coast will be quite busy thanks to Snowmageddon 2016 [Giggity]
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