Octopus Mimics a Robotic Spy Octopus

Laughing Squid
May 25, 2024

Tracy Newman Plays 'Cripple Creek' on a 5 String Banjo on Public TV in 1965

Multi-instrumentalist Tracy Newman explained the 5-string banjo and played the Appalachian folk song "Cripple Creek" on public TV in 1965.

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A 1981 Japanese Honda Commercial Featuring the English Ska Band Madness Singing 'In the City'

A 1981 Japanese ad for the Honda City compact car and the Honda Motocompo Scooter features the English Ska band Madness.

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Octopus Mimics a Robotic Spy Octopus

A robotic spy octopus by John Downer inspired a real octopus to do an impression of a number of different sea creatures including the spy.

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Athletes Attempt to Outrun a New York City Subway Train to the Next Stop

Joe Fowler and Tyler Swartz attempted to outrun the New York City subway by foot on the streets of Manhattan.

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Musician Adds Modern Drum Tracks to Classical Music

Patrick Santos adds drum tracks to various classical music pieces, making it seem as if percussion was part of the original compositions.

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An Amusing Explanation of RAS Syndrome (Redundant Acronym Syndrome Syndrome)

Merriam Webster explained Redundant Acronym Syndrome Syndrome, where the last word of an acronym or abbreviation is added.

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Playful Little Dog Happily Swims With Sharks Every Day

A little dog named Lilikoi who lives on Fakarava Island in French Polynesia with her human Emma, goes swimming with nurse sharks every day.

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