This kinda puts the sizes of the different planets into perspective for you – Earth, Mars, Venus and Mercury all fit quite comfortably into Uranus. *giggle* Yes, I’m being immature. This didn’t quite blow my mind as much as someone showing me that all of Europe can fit inside Australia. [Source: Space Facts | Via […]
Remember this (all-too-true) XKCD comic? Well… This guy finally put it to the actual music it was inspired by! He even claims to have *memorized* it! [Via YouTube]
I’m sure by now you have heard that Neil Armstrong passed away at the age of 82, due to complications in cardiovascular procedures. Described as a “reluctant hero”, the first man to take a step on any other planetary body deserves a head nod, at the very least, from the geek community across the world. Take […]
First, Mister Rogers, then Bob Ross. Now, the Symphony of Science series created this autotuned remix of Julia Child, in honor of her recent 100th birthday. [Via I Watch Stuff]
Spanish animator Marcos Martin – a DC and Marvel artist – created these covers in honor Spider-Man’s 50th anniversary. [Via Forbidden Planet]
Made by SamHain Press: Mini Curiosity rover papercraft in a plastic & metal capsule pendant, with copper shell stones. Made freehand (no template) with glue, scissors, x-acto blade, and paper. Pendant is approx. 2” in diameter (so it’s somewhat large, as pendants go – quarter is shown for scale). Chicon/Worldcon exclusive item: will be made […]
“People only use iPhones to take photos of their food. They’re sad and alone, so they use pictures of food to create the illusion of a fulfilling life…” **Apple is slated to present the new iPhone 5 on September 5!** [Via YouTube]
For one couple, it’s never too soon to introduce their newborn to the world of “Lost”! Watch the timelapse video of their creation! [Via Buzzfeed]
A man ordered to pay $675,000 for sharing 30 songs on Kazaa has failed in a bid for a retrial. Joel Tenenbaum will now have to pay the fine, declare bankruptcy, or find one hell of a legal loophole to take the case further. Tenenbaum shared the songs almost a decade ago and received a […]
Designer & video game enthusiast Igor Chak took a page out of the Donkey Kong playbook and constructed this wall, mimicking the setting and design of the game itself. It is made from both ultra-strong and ultra-lightweight carbon fiber, anodized aluminum pixels, and stainless rods. Glass tops finish off the shelves, and steel mounts support […]