“Notorious Baldies” Series Spotlights the Good, the Bad, and the Bald [Gallery]
I named all the “Baldies” in Mr. Peruca‘s series! I didn’t realize so many characters had such distinct heads! [via The Mary Sue]
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Hilarious: If Beer Ads Were Forced to Be Honest [Video]
That’s it, I’m done with drinking beer… Unless it comes from Le Castor, my favorite microbrewery in the whole world. Please note that I’m not connected in any way with Le Castor, I just love their products. [Cracked]
Google to Share DDoS Defenses
Google has unveiled three tools expressly designed to aid people whose internet communication is threatened by oppressive regimes. It could create an awkward ethical debate about which side is “right” in both political and legal conflicts. The tools debuted as part of Google Ideas, a conference in New York looking at how tech can play […]
This Baby Cthulhu Sculpture is Insanely Adorable [Pic]
Artist Cassia Harries of Monster Mind Sculpts will soon have a bunch of these for sale, but for now, you’ll have to stare at this insanely cute baby Cthulhu sculpture from a distance, which might not be that bad of an idea considering the nature of the great old one. [Source: Monster Mind Sculpts | […]
‘Game of Thrones’ Ladies As Mucha-Inspired Posters [Pics]
I’m not a big fan of the Alphonse Mucha style, but these depictions by Elin Jonsson are pretty and graceful. (And yes, Commentors, there are some French errors.) [via io9]
Gone in 21 seconds: the secret of mammal urination
It takes around 21 seconds to empty your bladder. And that applies whether you are a dog, a human or an elephant. Dr Patricia Yang of Georgia Institute of Technology will be addressing the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Physical Society of Division of Fluid Dynamics next month. While many of the talks at the […]
‘Tiny Tower’ Expands to a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Disney Mobile, LucasArts, and “Tiny Tower” creators NimbleBit have teamed up for “Star Wars: Tiny Death Star.” From the Disney Interactive blog: The Empire needs your help! In collaboration with LucasArts and Tiny Tower creators NimbleBit, Disney Mobile introduces Star Wars: Tiny Death Star, a new game for mobile devices. Live life on the dark […]
The Most Horrifying Parasites [Science Video]
Science breaks down some of the most terrifying parasites on the planet! Which one is you… ahem… favorite? [ASAPScience]
“Characters of Episodes IV-VI” Fine Art Print
I could be mistaken on this, but I’m pretty sure Max Dalton’s limited edition print features every character – including transformations and droids – featured in Episodes IV-VI of Star Wars. You can buy Dalton’s print here for $50. It measures 18″ x 24″. [Source: Spoke Art]
Dorkly Comic: “Graphics Through the Ages” [Comic]
I’ll admit that I’m not much of a gamer, and I think Skyrim looks beautiful, so this comic is a little lost on me. Is it sort of like some of the big-budget movies that actually look more fake because of all the rendered special effects? Do you guys agree with this comic? [Source: Dorkly]