Laughing Squid August 16, 2024
How to Take Photos of Yourself Using Traffic Light Cameras in New York City
New York City tour guide Jeffrey Harnish explained how anyone can take photos of themselves using traffic light cameras in the city.
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How Kevlar Used in Bulletproof Vests Is Strategically Constructed to Stop Bullets in Their Tracks
A TED-Ed lesson written by Max G. Levy explains the history of Kevlar fabric and its amazing ability to stop bullets.
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An Ingenious Recreation of the Bouncing DVD Logo Using Imprinted Butter in a Hot Pan
San Francisco artist and prankster Pablo Rochat ingeniously recreated the bouncing DVD logo with imprinted butter in a hot pan.
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A Stunning Timelapse of the Northern Lights As Seen From the International Space Station
NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick captured an absolutely stunning timelapse of the Northern Lights from the International Space Station.
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Ailing Abandoned Baby Parrot Recovers With the Love of Her Human and Her Teddy Bear
Soaring Spirits Sanctuary helped an ailing abandoned baby parrot named Sweet Pea recover and live her best life.
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The Aristocratic Origins Behind the Simple Sandwich
Jon Townsend explained how the 4th Earl of Sandwich invented the sandwich when he wanted a portable snack to eat while gambling.
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