Allison Lex

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Allison graduated from the University of Connecticut in May 2010 with a degree in journalism. Since then, she has been working toward a master’s in medical anthropology from University College London, a process that she’s nearly completed. She spends her spare time listening to music, teaching herself to cook, and looking forward to the day when she no longer has a dissertation to write.

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9 Things Invented For Military Use That You Now Encounter In Everyday Life

A surprising number of military inventions have found their ways into our civilian lives. Here are just a few military-turned-everyday items. 1.... READ ON

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The London Riots and 7 Other Things Blamed on Social Media

© KERIM OKTEN/epa/Corbis As a result of the recent riots, British Prime Minister David Cameron has come forth and declared that social media is the enemy. After reports that rioters and looters were using Twitter and BlackBerry Messenger to plan their attacks, Cameron asked police to find ways to block people from using electronic platforms to mobilize during times of “violence, disorder and criminality.” This isn't the first time social media has been blamed or credited for something important.... READ ON

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16 Sequels Nobody Has Ever Heard Of

OK, maybe some of you are familiar with some of these. But how many of these questionable sequels have you actually seen? 1. Ace Ventura,... READ ON

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The Late Movies: Cameos by Famous Actors in Not-So-Famous Movies

What do The Hangover, Ocean's Eleven and Zoolander have in common? They all contain brief appearances by familiar faces -- and all were also hits with viewers. These clips show something more rare: cameos by well-known actors in not-very-popular films. Jack Black in Melvin Goes to... READ ON

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The Late Movies: Late Night Hosts on Late Night Shows That Aren't Their Own

In need of content during the 2007-2008 Writer's Guild of America strike, comedians Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, and Conan O'Brien created an elaborate faux feud to attract viewers, which culminated in a mock battle between the three hosts on the set of Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Though perhaps the most elaborate, this was far from the first instance of cross-pollination among late night talk show hosts. Johnny Carson on Late Show with David... READ ON

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The Late Movies: Flash Mobs Around the World

Flash mobs, defined by Webster's as "a group of people who organize on the Internet and then quickly assemble in a public place, do something bizarre, and disperse," have become part of global pop culture. The clips below feature some that were organized for advertisements, some for commemoration, and some just for fun -- but all were carefully planned in order to surprise unsuspecting passersby. Flash mob -- featuring the university's president -- in the student union building at The Ohio State... READ ON

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4 Things You Can Do With Dry Ice (Besides Make Fake Fog)

Dry ice—or solid carbon dioxide, as it’s more specifically called—is a staple item in middle and high school science classes. But it’s also easily obtainable for anyone who wants to experiment with it in the comfort of his or her own home. While you still need to take precautions when handling it—don’t ever touch it with bare hands—it’s innocuous enough that it’s sold at most... READ ON

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The Late Movies: Intimate Performances by Famous Musicians

Becoming an international music sensation doesn’t mean you are restricted to performing only for crowds of thousands. Check out these videos to see some intimate and impromptu performances by big-name pop and rock stars. Bruce Springsteen – On the streets of... READ ON

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