Though a tempting target for any thief, even if this incredible little cryptex was stolen, your data would be safe thanks to the five-digit locking system. The flash drive appears to have been designed by a Russian who goes by the name of “Tarator” but we’re hoping someone jumps on this idea and gets it …

Don’t let their size fool you. At only two feet, cookiecutter sharks can do serious damage by scooping out flesh with their unique jaws, leaving crater-like wounds. Unlike other sharks, a cookiecutter’s teeth are connected at the bottom in the lower jaw. When feeding, the shark bites its victim and then rotates to remove a …

Well, the world map has changed once again (which might not be a concern for those still using globes with the Soviet Union), thanks to the addition of South Sudan to the African political landscape tomorrow. Prezi has a downloadable version of the new map available on their site, along with a number of fun …

Whether the running of the bulls in Pamplona rouses your manly spirit or your ire at cruelty to animals, there’s quite a bit of history behind the event. The Week did some research and dug up some interesting bits of trivia with which to wow those Ernest Hemingway-loving friends of yours. 1. The event is …

Like it or lump it, innovation happens all the time. It happens whether you like it or not. If you want to innovate successfully, take a look at nine categories of innovation from a Harvard Business Review blog. They’ll help you ensure your innovation is on the right track. For example: A compelling case for …

Social media is rapidly transforming the way organizations communicate with customers. As a cost-effective way to engage online, social media gives companies broader reach beyond traditional communication methods like email. With a simple post or tweet, businesses can promote products and services, provide instant feedback or support, creating an online community of brand enthusiasts. Staying …

Text isn’t always the most exhilerating file type on your hardrive, but it’s often the one we create and refer to the most. And while you might not find it exciting, this Lifehacker article might change your mind. As it turns out, there’s a lot you might not know about text. Did you know you …

Aspiring animator Willie Downs launched the Animator Letters Project to collect useful bits of advice from established animators to pass on to those looking for a break through in the industry. Pixar animator Austin Madison took part in the project, hand-writing a letter that offers a bit of inspiration for the times when creativity feels …

Women are still banned from combat positions in the U.S. military, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t been involved in every major conflict in recent history. Here’s a look and how and where women serve. (Click on the infographic below to learn more.) Via Column Five for Good.is Like infographics? So do we.

Nova Scotian ad agency Revolve created an impressive ad campaign for Brain Candy Toys that reduces well-known fairy tales to mathematical equations. See some of them below: More at Laughing Squid. More awesome advertising.

Nova Scotia-based Brain Candy Toys wanted an ad campaign with a twist, something that stood out from the usual toy advertising fare. The educational toy store turned to ad agency Revolve who put together a delightfully clever campaign that answers the question: “How would Brain Candy Toys tell a fairy tale or a nursery rhyme?” …

There’s a holiday weekend coming up and if you’re hosting a little soiree in the backyard,chances are there might (we emphasize the “might” – it is the fourth of July) be a cheap bottle of vodka left over if skip-and-go-nakeds aren’t your drink of choice. That bottom-shelf bottle doesn’t have to languish at the back …