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There Once Was a Game Show Called Think Like a Cat

Cats are cute and sometimes cuddly, but no one would ever accuse them of being cooperative—which probably makes them less than ideal game show contestants. But that didn't deter Meow Mix and the Game Show Network from airing the first—and probably only—ca

These Adorably Confused Kids Have No Idea What A Walkman Is

Hand any of these kids an iPod, and they know exactly what to do with it. Hand them a Walkman, however, and they won't even know what it is. Or what it does. Or how to use it. As you can see in this new video from the Fine Bros.

8 Moments in Knock Knock Joke History

Knock knock. Who’s there? Shakespeare.

Early Instructional Videos for Using a Rotary Phone

A couple of weeks ago, we posted a hilarious and adorable video of children reacting to rotary phones. Most of them, raised on iDevices, had no idea how to use it. The kids aren't alone in their confusion. Based on these early instructional videos, it see

Use this Infographic to Build Your Own Iron Throne

According to professional swordsmith Jake Powning, forging the 1000 swords that make up Westeros' Iron Throne could take around 700,000 hours—or about 80 years—using modern-day welding techniques.

11 Air Fresheners That Smell Like Food

Bored with the scent of pine? How about giving your car the heavenly aroma of pizza? Air fresheners are available that smell like many of the world’s most beloved entrees. Fear not, Internet: bacon made the cut!

10 Controversies Caused by Nicktoons

These off-the-wall cartoons have a long history of rubbing some viewers the wrong way, sometimes for reasons you'd never expect.

5 Strange Movie Terms—Explained!

Here are five storytelling terms to store away for movie trivia night.

The Surprising Origins of Child-Proof Lids

While the modern versions of child-proof lids have been around for decades, their history may extend back thousands of years.

10 Priceless Smithsonian Artifacts You Can Print Out At Home

That Abraham Lincoln life mask you've always wanted is coming soon to a living room near you—all you need is a 3D printer.

The Perfect Paper Airplane

Whether you’re making the substitute teacher angry by throwing them around in class or participating in world championship tournaments, the paper airplane is full of possibilities.

While the Atari 2600 became a staple in living rooms around the globe with games like Space Invaders, it also played the notoriously shoddy E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, which precipitated the video game crash of the 1980s.

11 Classic Video Games You Can Play Online for Free

The Internet Archive hosts a Historical Software Collection, letting you play classic games online, such as 'Pac-Man' and 'Pitfall.'

That's what a computer looked like, kids.

17 Ancient Abandoned Websites That Still Work

The golden age of dial-up is over, but these Internet fossils will make you feel like it’s 1996 all over again.

16 Artworks Made From Sweet, Sweet Gummy Bears

You might be surprised by how many artists choose to work with gummy bears. Here’s a small sample of the many creations artistically crafted from these sweet snacks.

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11 Book Sequels That Weren't Written by the Original Authors

From "Gone with the Wind" to "Peter Pan," these famous books inspired sequels that weren't actually written by their original authors.

Fun with The Great Language Game

If you like languages, you’ll love The Great Language Game. Data scientist Lars Yencken was inspired by his love of languages to create a simple game where you listen to a sample of a language, and then have to guess which language it is.

How to Cross a River Without a Bridge

Need to cross a roaring river? It’s always best to find a bridge, but if you absolutely must make it to the other side on your own, a few easy steps can keep you high and relatively dry.

26 Halloween Costume Ideas from an 1887 Guide to Fancy Dress

Need a costume idea? Fear not: Fancy Dresses Described, or What to Wear at Fancy Balls, has you covered.

How to Send Smoke Signals

Not getting any bars on your phone? That doesn’t mean you can’t communicate with faraway friends.

How to Build a Wilderness Shelter

Trapped outside without a tent? Don’t worry. With a little ingenuity, you can build a shelter that will keep you safe while ensuring you have a fascinating survival tale to tell.

How to Survive Without Water

Stuck in the wilderness with nary a drop of water in your canteen? Don’t worry. You can survive this situation and live to tell an incredibly interesting tale.

How to Get Out of Handcuffs

While you may not be ready to worm your way out of a straitjacket just yet, you can still astonish a crowd by slipping out of a set of handcuffs.

How to Pick a Lock

Whether you’re a suave spy or simply a guy who keeps forgetting his keys, lock picking is a handy skill to have.

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