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We all know it. Instagram photos are never what they seem. And that’s something cleverly illustrated in this thought-provoking photo series by Chompoo Baritone, a photographer in Bangkok, Thailand. Careful cropping and applying the right filters can make normal life seem…
This is the incredible moment a seal was caught on camera surfing a humpback whale off the New South Wales coast, Australia. Robyn Malcolm had been photographing a pod of whales on a feeding frenzy 500km (310 miles) south of Sydney,…
When Tillie the golden retriever and Phoebe the basset hound didn’t return from a walk on Vashon Island, Washington, in early September, their owner contacted Vashon Island Pet Protectors in a desperate attempt to find their beloved dogs. DOGS STILL MISSING.…
This is Mishka. She’s the only asthmatic otter in the world — that we know of. What’s more, the one-year-old has learnt to use an asthma inhaler. Mishka’s medicine is exactly the same kind that humans use. “These lungs here,…
If you’re afraid of heights, you better look away now. These adventurous individuals you see suspended hundreds of feet above the ground in the Italian Dolomites are athletes who are commemorating peace. The 26 men and women came together to…
For something a little different to brighten up those rainy days, how about these umbrellas that only reveal their hidden patterns when it rains. These umbrellas from Japan use a combination of water repellent and absorbent coatings to create cute…
Is this the most beautiful library in the world? We think so. The Klementinum library in Prague, Czech Republic, is magnificently decorated with ornate gilded carvings and a stunning ceiling fresco. It’s reminiscent of the library in Disney’s Beauty and…
Stuart Horner, 35, is a convicted murderer who is currently serving time at HMP Manchester, UK. On Sunday, Horner took to the roof of the maximum security prison in protest over conditions. He was up there for 61 hours, at…
#1. You enjoy activities that require little to no human interaction. You strongly associate house parties with intense feelings of dread. Never mind that these strangers might actually be really cool people. The only sexy time you want happening tonight…
If you think that cats just look out for themselves, think again. This selfless feline from Pennsylvania saved a three-year-old boy’s life by taking a bullet for him. According to Angelica Sipe, mother of the toddler, Daemire, a stray bullet went through…
These tiny and intricate steampunk sculptures are the work of artist Susan Beatrice. Amazingly, they’re made with old watch parts. The level of detail in these pieces is mind-boggling. Awesome. “Combining talent and imagination with a love of nature, the designs are…
Sometimes, saying “I hate you” is hard. But help is at hand from Vietnam-based Killien Huynh who has created these awesome postcards featuring cute animals saying some hilariously cruel things. Check out more of her work on Behance. You can…
Like many other college students, Emily Musson, a student at LIM College in New York City, decided to introduce her new boyfriend Johnny to the world by posting selfies on Facebook. Unlike other college students, Emily’s parents — who have…
Meet Ben Carpenter, an engineering student and cosplayer from Florida. He recently created a pretty badass Mad Max wheelchair that is nothing short of amazing. Carpenter, who was born with spinal muscular atrophy, perfectly depicts the early scenes in Mad…
In some cultures, foxes are considered mystical, sacred creatures. And judging by these beautiful photos of wild foxes by Dutch nature photographer Roeselien Raimond, we couldn’t agree more. These foxes are totally at zen in their natural habitats. They are…
Internet comedian and troller Jeff Wysaski, AKA Obviousplant, has hit again. His latest victim is everyone’s favorite furniture store: IKEA. California-based Wysaski has become known for his in-store pranks, which we’ve featured before. And his latest antic doesn’t disappoint. Check them…