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10 Unexpected Patents Filed Right Out of Left Field
The world of innovation can be a wonky one. People are full of brilliant suprises. Left to their own devices, some of the Sherlock Holmes-esque figures of the world, can in a flash of genius, invent something through a new perspective altogether. It’s really something to behold, and the world can stand to be made a more interesting place as a result too. These various patents are unexpected in their own forms taken, to be sure. 1. The Bird Diaper (US Patent No. 5,941,229) The bird diaper was designed for pet birds. Its grand purpose was to protect against undesirable…
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15 Haunting Forests That Are Flowing With Spooky Backstories
Underneath the varying ominous shadows of the trees, there exists this world wherein the air seems to take on a distinct thickness with its secrets and the wind goes on…
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15 Pics and Memes That Embody the Freeing 1970s Spirit
Bell-bottoms, lava lamps, and then a wonderful little thing called Pong. These various pics and memes aim to capture just a bit of the 1970s spirit in action. It’s a…
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15 Famous Video Game Easter Eggs That Took Years to Discover
Video games often hide surprising secrets. Discover 15 Easter eggs that took dedicated players years or even decades to uncover.
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16 Pets That Found the One Spot Nobody Wanted Them to Occupy
Discover 16 hilarious pets that found the absolute worst spot to nap, from open refrigerator shelves to narrow gaps behind computer monitors.
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20 Advertising Lies That Became “Common Sense”
These advertising lies became accepted as fact for decades, from doctor-approved cigarettes to diamond engagement rings.
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15 Basketball Halftime Shows That Were Almost Better Than the Game
From Red Panda’s flying bowls to Quick Change, stunt dogs and towering chairs, these 15 basketball halftime shows nearly stole the game.
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20 Packaging Designs Everyone Instantly Recognizes
From Coca-Cola’s contour bottle to Pringles tubes and Toblerone triangles, these 20 packaging designs became icons of their own.
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20 Rebranding Fails That Left Customers Confused
From New Coke to BlackBerry’s smartphone comeback, discover these 20 rebranding fails that will surprise you.
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20 Dangerous Toys Kids Played With in the 1970s
Take a look at 20 dangerous toys that shocked parents, sparked recalls, or inspired major safety changes that shaped the toys kids play with today.
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18 Movie Props That Were Actually Real and Proved Reality Beats Special Effects
Discover 20 movie props that were actually real, from human skeletons and original paintings to working weapons and diamond jewelry.
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23 Everyday Old Sounds Kids Today Will Never Recognize
Remember 24 everyday old sounds kids today will never hear again, from dial-up internet and floppy drives.
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18 Bar Signs Written to Get a Laugh
Enjoy a good laugh with 18 funny bar signs, featuring clever sidewalk chalkboards, witty drink promotions, and hilarious tavern humor.
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17 Little Things That Defined 1970s Family Road Trips
From overloaded station wagons to roadside motels, discover these 17 things that defined 1970s family road trips.
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20 Influential Memes That Changed Online Culture Forever
From Dancing Baby to Doge, these 20 influential memes helped shape the way the internet jokes, reacts, and communicates.
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20 Buildings That Look Fake Enough to Break Our Brain
These buildings that look fake are completely real, from gravity-defying towers to surreal structures that seem straight out of a fantasy movie.
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16 Historical Figures Who Lived Far Longer Than Their Era’s Average
Discover 16 historical figures who lived far longer than their era’s average lifespan, from Michelangelo to Grandma Moses and Georgia O’Keeffe.
