The intensity of sunlight on Earth is about 1300 Watts per square meter. When you focus the sun’s rays using a magnifying glass (or in this case sphere of water) you can increase the intensity roughly ten thousand fold. This increases the temperature of wood to its autoignition point starting the reaction with oxygen in the atmosphere. By protecting the hot embers and adding more energy and fuel, you can get these hot coals to start a roaring fire.
When You Have a Spider Inside Your House [Comic]
In this comic, artist James Rallison from “The Odd 1s Out” takes a look at one of the only rational response many people have after spotting a spider in their house.
I personally don’t think that way, but I know several people who do. the vast majority of spiders in North America are totally inoffensive and are often beneficial to the environment.
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The Importance of Flattery [Video]
We’re used to thinking rather badly of flattery; but in fact, it’s one of the moves that can help people to develop and grow into better versions of themselves.
I.T. Jobs [Comic]
Marvel’s Black Panther Gets its First Trailer! [Video]
We’ve been waiting for it for a while, but here it is: The first trailer for Marvel’s Black Panther is finally online! Now we only have 8 more months to wait (February 16, 2018) until the movie hits the big screen!
[Marvel]
Is Binge Watching Bad For Your Brain and Body?
Binge watching: AWe all do it nowadays, but is watching a show non stop for multiple hours bad for us? The folks from ASAP Science explore the phenomenon.
Dorkly Comic: Why The World Needed Wonder Woman
When a PS4 Controller Survives a Nuclear Fallout
Devin Smith of End of Line Designs is an amazing artist that excels at creating custom gaming controllers that make regular controllers looks bleak and insignificant in comparison. Here is one of his latest creations: a PS4 controller themed after the fallout universe. Check out the rest of the pics below as well as a few extra ones from his portfolio.
[End of Line Designs | Via NA]
DEAL: Horizon Dawn Zero at Its Lowest Price Ever!
Horizon Dawn Zero is my favorite game of the year so far, and now, for the first time this year, the game is priced at below $40! If you have a PS4 and haven’t tried it yet, I highly recommend that you do so, and at that price, it’s totally worth it.
–Horizon Zero Dawn – PlayStation 4 – $59.99 $39.99
Mindlowingly Gorgeous Zelda-Inpired Wedding Dresses [Pics]
Princess Zelda and Link might be fictional characters, but these gorgeous Legend of Zelda-inspired wedding dresses are anything but fictional, and they can be yours thanks to the folks over at Firefly Path. If you are looking for a dress for your wedding and are a TLOZ fan, you absolutely have to check out these guys’ creations.
Here’s a few other exceptional dresses from their portfolio:
[Firefly Path | Via FG]