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Wild Wildlife: A Pigeon Documentary
ANIMAL takes a look at the ubiquitous pigeons of New York City in the short documentary “Wild Wildlife: A Pigeon Documentary.” The video is the…
How to Speak in a Proper British Accent
David Ley, a drama professor at the University of Alberta in Canada, demonstrates how to speak in a proper British accent.
FlyKly Smart Wheel, A Bicycle Pedal Assist System in a Bike Wheel
The FlyKly Smart Wheel is a pedal assist system that is integrated into a bike wheel and can be fitted to most bicycles. The system…
Blush, A Radiator That Simulates Capillaries & Blushes Red When Warm
Blush is a radiator by Icelandic designer Thorunn Arnadottir that is covered in thermochromatic paint and both looks like and simulates capillaries. She says, “Blush…
Butter Your Movie Popcorn More Completely With a Simple Hack
Drew of TRI-102.5 reports that you can use a simple drinking straw to perfectly distribute the butter-y topping on your popcorn at movie theaters that…
Crazy 4 Cult: Say Hi to the Bad Guy, An Art Show Celebrating Cult Film and Television Villains
“Constructivist Pugilist Manifest No. 4” by Anthony Petrie (Rocky IV) Crazy 4 Cult: Say Hi to the Bad Guy is an upcoming art show at…
Minimalist Posters of Disney Movies
French artist Citron Vert has created a collection of beautiful minimalist posters for Disney movies. To see more of the awesome posters, head over to…
Human-Sized Hamster Wheel Offered For Free on Craigslist
A seemingly disgruntled Brooklynite named Sandra is offering a human-sized hamster wheel for free on Craigslist. It can accommodate up to 200 lbs., is not…
Calvin and Hobbes Creator Bill Watterson Discusses the Past & Future of Comics in Rare Interview
The Complete Calvin and Hobbes box set by Bill Watterson The December issue of mental_floss magazine features a rare interview with legendary Calvin and Hobbes…
Art Wars, Famous Artists Redesign ‘Star Wars’ Stormtrooper Helmets
“Campbell’s Condensed Trooper Spray” by Mr. Brainwash Art Below founder Ben Moore has teamed up with Andrew Ainsworth, creator of the Stormtrooper, to create the…