Author: staff
Jacuzzi bath gives baby the break they deserve
Posted by staff / October 13, 2012With all the eating, sleeping, pooping and crying a baby goes through day in and day out, the poor little things need a break from grueling routine once in a while, so why not give them the relaxing spa treatment they deserve with the MagicBath from Italian firm BluBleu Complete with ten jets of temperature-controlled …
Read MoreSuper-tasters catch bitterness, not infections
Posted by staff / October 9, 2012Super-tasters—people who can detect tiny amounts of bitterness—may have an edge when it comes to warding off upper respiratory tract infections, a new study shows. “Based on these findings, we believe that other bitter taste receptors in the airway perform the same “guard duty” function for early detection of attack by different types of bacteria, …
Read MoreCapturing the dramatic collision of fire and water
Posted by staff / October 8, 2012When two of Earth’s most basic elements meet, there are bound to be sparks, but few photographers are willing to take the risks involved in capturing the moment a lava flow meets the ocean’s surface. For the Hawaii-based team of CJ Kale and Nick Selway, though, it’s just another day on the job. Not only …
Read MoreSocial media guidelines for students and job seekers [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 5, 2012For students and job seekers, reputation is key and that means managing your social media life appropriately or knowing who to friend when. This infographic from OnlineDegrees.org takes a look at how the younger set is using this resource and how it impacts the fulfillment of their professional and education goals for both good and …
Read MoreThe Weird Nicknames of 7 Spy Agency Headquarters
Posted by staff / September 30, 2012Because being a secret agent isn’t cool enough, spymasters tend to build elaborate headquarters buildings with really great nicknames. Here are a few headquarters known for their vodka martinis, Aston Martins, and Walther pistols. 1. Legoland The British Secret Intelligence Service (also called MI6, but more famously known as James Bond’s employer) was only officially …
Read More27 Cowboy Slang Terms for Things You Eat and Drink
Posted by staff / September 30, 2012If your bread wallet is empty and you need to line the flue, knight the ribbons and mosey to a beanery. Your cookie-pusher will know what you mean when you order any of these 27 cowboy food and drink items. 1. Bear Sign: Doughnuts 2. Overland trout: Bacon 3. Blue John: Skimmed milk 4. Boggy-top: …
Read MoreThe grand piano gets a modern makeover [video]
Posted by staff / September 28, 2012It isn’t often one sees something as iconic as a grand piano get a makeover, but Peugeot Design Lab decided to buck tradition and bring this essential instrument into the modern age. Though traditionalists may scoff at the sleek exterior, don’t jump to the conclusion that this startling instrument wasn’t lovingly and painstakingly crafted, as …
Read MoreTest your pop culture robot IQ
Posted by staff / September 28, 2012Have you spent a lifetime dreaming of having your very own robot companion after being nurtured on TV, comics and video games? Well, now’s your chance to shine. Via Daniel Nyari Illustrations. Our neverending love affair with robots.
Read MoreIt’s a belt buckle, it’s a drink holder!
Posted by staff / September 26, 2012No chip and dip platter is safe when the party posse enters sporting the BevBuckle. Whether you need an extra hand to hold your pop, prop a beer or just like to keep a can of WD40 handy during home improvement projects, the BevBuckle is the stylish hands-free solution you’ve been looking for. Just be …
Read MoreEverything you really need to know about Star Wars [flowcharts]
Posted by staff / September 24, 2012Hot date with a Star Wars fan but don’t have time to catch up on all six films? Good thing Marc Morera has done the heavy lifting with a whole series of informative infographic flowcharts to help you with the basics. Via Murera. All about Star Wars.
Read More10 things you might not know about Bill Gates
Posted by staff / September 21, 2012Microsoft founder Bill Gates has been holding the top spot of Forbes’ richest people in America list for almost two decades now, but that doesn’t mean we know everything about the tech guru turned philanthropist. Kelly Schwarze at GeekSugar decided to dig into trivia vault to find a few choice gems of information about this …
Read MoreFancy names encourage kids to eat more veggies
Posted by staff / September 20, 2012Would you be more apt to ask for a huge scoop of veggies if they were labeled “X-Ray Vision Carrots” or “Food of the Day”? It might seem like a silly question (because, of course, the answer is “YES!”), but coming from someone who has seen two kids scarf down broccoli like candy because they …
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