Reading While Eating for October 11: Party On

  • Share
  • Read Later
Pichi Chuang / Reuters

Dancers perform during Taiwan's National Day celebrations in front of the Presidential Office in Taipei October 10, 2011. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of China

Tuesday’s links talk red plastic cups and Halloween costumes.

Tech History: The Smithsonian is showcasing Apple products through history to honor the late Steve Jobs. See what’s on display. (Techland)

Collegiate Cup: Find out how the red Solo cup became the go-to receptacle for dorm-room parties across the country. (Slate)

Costume Inspiration: Still not sure what to wear for Halloween? Check out this guide to DIY pop-culture costumes. (Flavorwire)

Eerie Coincidence: Did the former bassist for Weezer predict his own death via Twitter? (The Daily What)

Sudden Celebs: Annoyed by Zooey Deschanel’s ubiquity? This gallery of “It” girls who fizzled out will calm you down. (LIFE)

Viral Video: A mountain biker takes on an antelope. Who will win? (Gadling)

[youtube=http://youtu.be/S2oymHHyV1M&w=450]