Brian Heater
‘Grossvaterland’, A Graphic Novel About the German Experience During World War II
Grossväterland (German for “fatherland”) is an upcoming graphic novel project based on eyewitness accounts of German citizens during the Second World War. The book, which…
Legendary Skateboarder Tony Hawk Takes the Hendo Hoverboard for a Ride
In a new video by The RIDE Channel, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk takes the Hendo Hover (previously) for a spin, riding the real-life hoverboard on…
Phish Performs a Halloween Set Along to the 1964 Disneyland Record ‘Chilling, Thrilling Sounds of the Haunted House’
Legendary jam band Phish celebrated Halloween in Las Vegas with an elaborate costumed set synced to narration and sound effects from the classic 1964 Disneyland…
Japanese Floating Maglev Train Hits 311 Miles Per Hour During Testing With Members of the Public
The Chuo Shinkansen, a maglev (magnetic levitation) train undergoing going trials in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan hit a top speed of 311 miles per hour with…
A Gallery Show Celebrating the Fold-In Art of ‘Mad Magazine’ Cartoonist Al Jaffee in Brooklyn, New York
The Scott Eder Gallery in Brooklyn, New York is highlighting the long-running fold-in artwork of beloved Mad Magazine cartoonist, Al Jaffee (previously). Jaffee, who has…
Google Research Scientists Are Developing a Computer System That Automatically Captions Photos
Google Research scientists are working to develop a machine-leaning system that is capable of producing automatic captions based on images, a project that could eventually…
LinkNYC, A Project to Replace New York City’s Pay Phones With Free High-Speed Wi-Fi
LinkNYC is a project spearheaded by New York City mayor Bill de Blasio that will replace the Big Apple’s 6,400 coin-operated payphones with 10-foot-tall kiosks…
The Cash Cannon 2.0, An Upgraded Version of the Novelty Money-Shooting Gun
Kwasmo Enterprises is introducing an upgrade to its novelty money-shooting gun, the Cash Cannon (previously). The latest version, which is currently seeking funding on Indiegogo,…
Homemade Video for ‘Fly Away’ by Lenny Kravitz Celebrates Milky Way Bars and Dragonflies
Comedian Neil Cicierega created a hilarious homage to fan-made YouTube lyrics videos with a take on the 1998 Lenny Kravitz single “Fly Away.” Cicierega’s version…
An Optical Illusion Tattoo That Creates the Appearance of a Hole Running Through a Bicep
Paul O’Rourke of All-Star Tattoos in Limerick, Ireland created a stunning optical illusion on customer Paddy Buckley’s arm using black ink, giving the appearance of…