Two researchers identified the most prized values in tween TV shows over the past 50 years. Back in 1967, the number-one value communicated to 9- to 11-year-olds was “community feeling.” In 2007, it was a “desire for fame.” …
‘Mark By Mark Zuckerberg’ Fashion Line Parodies the Facebook Founder’s Wardrobe
He’s been confirmed by GQ as the worst dressed man in Silicon Valley. We should all avoid dressing like him, right? But one website makes it oh-so-tempting.
Giant Woman Sculpture Makes Waves in German Lake
Hamburg’s Inner Alster Lake has a new inhabitant – and this is not your standard duck or fish.
Baby Toad Migration Floods Roads in Canadian City
Tiny, cute and oh so vulnerable. As thousands of baby Western Toads attempt to navigate life in Chilliwack, British Columbia, they only hope they don’t get squished by passing motorists.
Scottish Scam: Age-Old Tale of Mourning Dog Was a Hoax to Draw Tourists
A dog did exist, but he wasn’t that devoted. Or cute. Or even a terrier. (via Reuters)
Not So High-Tech Anymore: The First Website Ever Celebrates Its 20th Birthday
On August 6, 1991, the first website was launched on the Internet, forever changing the way we browse. (And thankfully, web design has improved just a bit in the past two decades.)
IRS Says Fliers Won’t Get Tax Refunds from FAA Shutdown
For fliers hoping to capitalize on the FAA shutdown and its resulting “tax holiday,” the IRS has some disappointing news.
We Still Love Lucy! Google Doodle Celebrates Lucille Ball’s 100th Birthday
And today, Google thought it best to let Lucy do the talking – as usual.
Nineties Nostalgia: Play The ‘Saved By The Bell’ Interactive YouTube Game
Say goodbye to your weekend, all you Bayside fans out there. (via Techland)
Colbert Takes Over MLB Twitter Feed in a Bout of Hilarity and Haughtiness
Stephen Colbert beat the MLB at its own game. And his reward was assuming control of their official Twitter Feed.
Cheaters, Beware: NFL To Begin Human Growth Hormone Blood Tests
The new NFL collective bargaining agreement, which was officially ratified by players on Thursday, contains a historic provision.
Williams College Takes Top Spot in Forbes’ University Rankings
This week, Forbes released its annual ranking of the 650 best undergraduate academic institutions in America. Its top ten however, are not quite as predictable as you might assume.