

Rudie Obias
Joined: Jan 10, 2013
Rudie Obias lives in Brooklyn, New York. He's a freelance writer interested in cinema, pop culture, science fiction, and web culture. His work can be found at ShockYa.com, MoviePilot.com, UPROXX, io9, ScreenRant.com, Giantfreakinrobot.com, and, of course, Mental Floss. He is also a Co-Working Evangelist for Bat Haus Co-Working in Brooklyn.


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10 Useful Gadgets That Will Help You Turn Your Old Car Into a Smart Car
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Discover the most commonly mispronounced tech terms and brand names, and settle once and for all whether it’s ”jif or ”gif.”
20 Band Names Inspired by Classic Books and Literature
These 20 bands each took their names from the pages of classic works of literature by the likes of C.S. Lewis, William S. Burroughs, Charles Dickens, and beyond.
7 Facts About Willi Ninja, the Grandfather of Vogue
Famed choreographer Willi Ninja's pioneering dance moves and gender-fluid style had a lasting influence on music and fashion, which still persists to this day.
30 of the Best Memorial Day Deals to Shop Right Now
Shop the best Memorial Day deals happening now at Anthropologie, Great Jones, Sur La Table, and other top retailers.
These Apps Are Helping Families Save Big on Grocery and Restaurant Bills
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Plastic containers are usually still covered in water after they’ve been through the dishwasher. Blame science—not your dishwasher.
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Get the scoop on the best cat litters to buy now according to experts, including clumping, non-clumping, and odor-controlling varieties.
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The retailer recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to liquidate its remaining stores. Here’s what Bed Bath & Beyond’s closing sales mean for coupons, returns, and more.