Market recovery continues on global economy hopes
LONDON (AP) -- Markets are ending the month in upbeat fashion Thursday amid rising hopes over the global economic recovery despite ongoing concerns over the outcome of Italian elections and the prospect of spending cuts in the U.S.........»»
Sublime Miami Cloud Penis Embodies Our Hopes And Dreams (NSFW)
Today’s forecast: Cloudy with a 100 percent chance of an erection. This video of a cloud penis posted by Twitter user @sammeaz over Miami on Saturday is everything a sky schlong should be ― if you’re into that sort of thing. The sky in Miam.....»»
Judges Disqualify "Witch" From World Record For A Wicked Reason
Breaking a world record isn't easy, but having one taken away from you? That's a whole lot harder. Nicola Nuttall of Lancashire, England, decided to run the London Marathon in April in hopes of breaking the Guinness World Record for "Fastest Marathon.....»»
Researchers Create Homemade Lava -- For Science, Of Course
When molten rock mixes with water, it can do peculiar, unpredictable, even violent things. In hopes of better understanding such interactions, geologists at the University at Buffalo have begun perfecting their own recipe for lava. As it turns out, m.....»»
Can You Spot The Difference Between The Strawberry Moon And Ham?
Monday marked the first time a summer solstice and a strawberry moon -- a full moon in June -- happened on the same day since 1967. The event prompted global excitement and some out of this world imagery. It also inspired what could be our.....»»
Live like a Skywalker: "Star Wars" dome home on the market
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Holy Guacamole! People In New Zealand Are Stealing Avocados
They're creamy. They're slightly mushy. They've been called "green gold." What are these mysterious gems? They're avocados. And New Zealanders are resorting to theft to get hold of them. As the desire for the fruit continues to grow in the country, .....»»
Maine teacher who won $1M award resolves shoplifting charge
EDGECOMB, Maine (AP) -- A shoplifting charge against a Maine teacher who won the $1 million Global Teacher Prize will be dropped if she meets terms imposed by a court.........»»
Watson the sea-lion picks Euro soccer cup winners
PARIS (Reuters) - Following the example set by Paul the Octopus, Watson the sea-lion hopes his nose for winners will bring him international stardom - and a few extra fish - as he predicts the outcome of France's games in the Euro soccer championship......»»
Miss USA Contestant Nadia Mejia Responds Perfectly To Interview Flop
She may not know about the economy, but Miss USA contestant Nadia Mejia does know how to laugh about it. After botching a pageant interview question on the country's wealth disparity Sunday in Las Vegas, Miss California Mejia, the 20-year-old daughter of .....»»
Pike Place fish-throwers toss salmon to zoo bears
SEATTLE (AP) -- Fishmongers from Seattle's iconic Pike Place Market tossed salmon to grizzly bears at the Woodland Park Zoo to help raise awareness about the animals.........»»
Thailand"s Infamous Tiger Temple Raided And Big Cats Seized
KANCHANABURI, Thailand (Reuters) - Wildlife authorities in Thailand have raided a Buddhist temple where tigers are kept, taking away 40 of the animals by Tuesday and vowing to confiscate scores more in response to global pressure over wildlife trafficking.....»»
Libertarian Chair Candidate James Weeks Strips During Party Convention
Here's something you don't see on C-SPAN every day. James Weeks, a candidate for chairman of the Libertarian Party, used his time at the podium during the convention on Sunday to mix free-market principles with a clothing-free lifestyle. Befor.....»»
Meet the world"s most influential dogs!
As influencer marketing continues to evolve and brands seek out the perfect collaborators to promote their products, it's pet influencers that are leading the pack. When it comes to online presence, these furry personalities are off the leash. Due in part.....»»
Life Comes At You Fast. Or In This Case, Very, Very Slowly
pic.twitter.com/zwc1DcNDvZ— Joel Dillis (@Jdill55) April 23, 2016 Confidence is a necessary part of surviving in the modern economy. It is what allows us to believe we are worth something in spite of evidence to the contrary, that we deserve .....»»
A Stroller Company Made A Grown-Up Version For Adults To Test Ride
Many parents have looked fondly at their kiddos, nestled and comfortable in their strollers, and wished they could trade places and be that cozy while en route to their destination. While adult-sized baby strollers won't be hitting the market any ti.....»»
Veteran Awakens From 48-Day Coma, Asks For Taco Bell
Many of us get a hankering for fast food. But probably not like Jake Booth. Booth recently awakened from a 48-day coma and his first words were, "I want Taco Bell," USA Today reported. According to a website devoted to his recovery, Wake the Jak.....»»
Why Don"t We Have One Global Emergency Number?
Why don't we have one global emergency number? originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answer by Paul Stockley, ¼ of O'seas Telecom (Planning) and an Overseas .....»»
Chinese Army Releases Slick Music Video To Attract Young Recruits
"We're just waiting for the order to kill! Kill! Kill!" So go the lyrics of the Chinese People's Liberation Army's latest music video, which hopes to convince the country's youth to join the military. The video, titled "Battle Declaration," was released o.....»»
Baby Born With 31 Fingers And Toes In China
A family living in poverty in China is desperately seeking outside help in the hopes they can get surgery for their infant son. Hong Hong, who is almost 4 months old, has polydactylism, or the congenital condition of having extra fingers or toes. It&rsquo.....»»
Man plans to run his floating water wheel across the Caribbean
Reza Baluchi is on the open water again, and he hopes this time the ocean won't burst his bubble. Reza Baluchi is on the open water again, and he hopes this time the ocean won't burst his bubble......»»