Some of these look rather appealing. Some of these do not.

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Russia's even invading the American beer industry now.

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An interactive traffic light installation in Lisbon, Portugal encourages pedestrians to dance it out at the crosswalk, improving street safety while putting smiles on faces.

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3-D printing might be the much-needed solution to America's organ shortage.

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These photogenic birds are ready for their closeup, Mr. DeMille.

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The world's oldest jokes, found in a Greek text dating from thousands of years ago, don't quite stand up to modern comic sensibilities.

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Audrey Hepburn's image is ubiquitous even today, thanks to the popularity of a certain Breakfast at Tiffany's poster, but there was more to the actress than just that iconic little black dress and pearls.

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Hot dog eating champion Takeru Kobayashi faces down some formidable competition in a contest against a tiny, hungry hamster.