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Proto X, A Tiny Remote Control Quadcopter That Can Sit in the Palm of Your Hand
The Proto X is a teeny tiny remote control quadcopter that measures just 1.8 inches across and weighs only 11.3 grams. The quadcopter has four…
16th Century German Book Opens in 6 Ways to Reveal 6 Books
This 16th century German book opens in 6 different ways to reveal 6 books in one binding. It is a variation of a dos-à-dos (“back-to-back”)…
CATZ!, An Art Show Featuring Mashups of Cats and Pop Culture at Ltd. Art Gallery in Seattle
“Catvengers” by Jenny Parks CATZ! is an upcoming art show at Ltd. Art Gallery in Seattle featuring mashup artwork of cats and pop culture. The…
This Is Not a Conspiracy Theory, Part One of a New Web Series by Kirby Ferguson
“This is Not a Conspiracy Theory” is a new political web series by Kirby Ferguson, creator of “Everything Is a Remix.” The project was funded…
Seafoam Palace of Arts and Amusements, A Museum of Curiosities Being Created in Detroit
Julia Solis, an urban explorer, author, and photographer, announced the Seafoam Palace of Arts and Amusements and Dead Things in Jars.
Designers Create Fashionable Super Bowl XLVIII Football Helmets for NFL Charity Auction
helmet design by Nicole Miller Bloomingdale’s teamed up with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) to create a unique line of 48 fashionable…
Scrambled Eggs Cooked with a Red Hot Nickel Ball
Carsandwater tries to cook scrambled eggs using a red hot ball of nickel in this video. Previously we’ve written about other fascinating nickel ball experiments,…
Mandy Patinkin Reprises Famous Line from ‘Princess Bride’ With Driver During In-Car Interview
The extraordinary Mandy Patinkin, most recently of Homeland fame, did a very gracious in-car interview with Will Rubio, an ambitious young actor who was working…
Cheesy State-Themed Valentine’s Day Cards
TypeJar Studio has created a collection of state-themed Valentine’s Day cards with cheesy jokes. The cards are available to purchase online at Etsy. images via…
A Video Tour of Cat Cafes in Japan
Sharla in Japan, a Canadian student finishing University in Japan, visited several cat cafes in Japan and created a cute and informative video tour. She…