Friday, April 05, 2013

Wednesday, April 03, 2013

Dramatic Video Shows Why You Should Never Jump Onto Train Tracks

Train tracks are a dangerous place, people. If you drop something on the tracks — like your cellphone — remind yourself it just isn't worth it.
Dramatic Video Shows Why You Should Never Jump Onto Train Tracks

Tuesday, April 02, 2013

The Fresh Ten Commandments

Recent events have made it clear that we are suffering from a broken moral compass. People today could use some general guidance.
The Fresh Ten Commandments

Friday, March 29, 2013

Know The Different Types Of LCD Monitors And Pick The Best One

It may seem like size is all that matters when it comes to buying a monitor, but there’s a lot going on under the hood. This video from Techquickie tells you everything you need to know about LCD monitors as fast as possible.
Know The Different Types Of LCD Monitors And Pick The Best One

Thursday, March 28, 2013

North Korea Propaganda Video Shows U.S. Invasion

A new propaganda video posted to YouTube depicts North Korea invading the United States.
North Korea Propaganda Video Shows U.S. Invasion

Photos from on top of the Great Pyramid

The Pyramids of Giza close to tourists at 4:00 pm. Recently, a group of Russians managed to hide out at the site after closing time and scramble up the Great Pyramid of Cheops in the fading light. Naturally, they took photos.
Photos from on top of the Great Pyramid

The 140 Best Twitter Feeds of 2013

Every year, TIME recognizes those who exemplify the very best wit and wisdom Twitter has to offer. Here are the 140 feeds that inspire us to laugh, learn or shake our heads in wonderment.
The 140 Best Twitter Feeds of 2013

Monday, March 25, 2013

8 Death-Defying Photographs That Will Make Your Palms Sweat

Take a deep breath. Maybe sip a soothing cup of chamomile tea, because the terrifying shenanigans of "Mustang Wanted" will make your heart race. The Ukrainian Spider-Man and amateur stuntman scales high-rise structures to pose for stunningly scary photographs. Mustang Wanted shares the death-tempting images and videos on his website and YouTube page, where he has amassed more than a half-million views.
8 Death-Defying Photographs That Will Make Your Palms Sweat

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

The 7 Best Online Alarm Clocks with Timer and Sound Notifications

You are at home, browsing the web or watching a movie on Netflix and the only element disrupting your peace and comfort is a very important appointment, due in 4 hours. Knowing how easily you can forget about specific times or critical tasks, once you’ve immersed yourself in the beautiful world of entertainment, you try to find something to keep you afloat; a reminder, a sticky note to put on your desk… an alarm.
The 7 Best Online Alarm Clocks with Timer and Sound Notifications

Explore Everest, Kilimanjaro and more with Google Maps

Most of us have a bucket list of the places we want to visit in our lifetime. If you’re like me, the list is pretty long—to be honest I’d be lucky to get to all of mine. Google Maps has a bucket list too, and today we’re checking off a couple of our favorites so we can make our map more comprehensive and share it with you. And if tall mountains are your thing, you’re in luck.
OExplore Everest, Kilimanjaro and more with Google Maps

Monday, March 18, 2013

How to Quit Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Other Social Networks

There can be few computer users who do not have at least one social networking account – the likes of Facebook and Twitter are just so prevalent these days. But while it’s easy to sign up for an account, closing one down is not always so simple. Until now.
How to Quit Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Other Social Networks

Sunday, March 17, 2013

This Week's Biggest Moments in 25 Photos

Feels like just yesterday it was Monday. So many things happened this week that we should remember.
This Week's Biggest Moments in 25 Photos

Saturday, March 16, 2013

Debunking 50 Common Misconceptions

All the things that you thought you knew? Like that Vikings wore helmets with horns. Or that rice causes birds to explore. Or that Marie Antoinette said ‘Let them eat cake’. Yeah, never happened.
Debunking 50 Common Misconceptions

Friday, March 15, 2013

Fail! Soccer Player Hits Post 4 Times on 1 Miss

So close ... and yet so far. A Greek soccer player hits one post twice, the crossbar once and the other post once in an all-time agonizing miss.
Fail! Soccer Player Hits Post 4 Times on 1 Miss

Family Friendly sites listed on Blackstump Australia Issue 4/2013

The latest issue of new Family Friendly sites listed on The Black Stump.
Family Friendly sites listed on Blackstump Australia Issue 4/2013

Thursday, March 14, 2013

How Many Calories Do You Burn When You Click a Mouse?

Desk jockeys everywhere will probably agree: Exercise isn't a big part of their day-to-day antics.
According to a 2011 study published in the journal PLoS One, 80% of jobs in America require little to no physical activity. With the addition of a few midday vending machine trips, the study says, it's likely that most American cubicle-dwellers are consuming more calories than they're burning — now more than ever.
Another report, called Convert Anything to Calories, calculated the number of calories burned through the mundane activities typical of desk job workers. Among them? Clicking a mouse.
How Many Calories Do You Burn When You Click a Mouse?

New Pope Francis I Has 40,000 Facebook Subscribers

Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina was revealed Wednesday to be the new leader of the Catholic Church. He has taken the papal name of Francis I. Bergoglio, 76, is a Jesuit and the first pope from South America. He also has an active Facebook presence with 40,000 subscribers — a number that's sure to rise in the coming hours.
New Pope Francis I Has 40,000 Facebook Subscribers

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Google Launches Indoor Maps In Australia

Google has expanded its Indoor Maps range to include over 200 locations across NSW and Victoria. Users can access detailed floor plans of large public buildings by zooming into the location on their tablet or smartphone.
Google Launches Indoor Maps In Australia

Lifehacker 101: Ultra HD TVs

4K TV, or ‘Ultra HD’ is the new buzzword being spouted by television manufacturers as they smartly side-step the Hindenburg-sized catastrophe that was 3D TV. If you listen to the hype, the next-generation of televisions are an industry-changing revolution that will make your 1080p displays look like an oil-stained nickelodeon canvas from 1915. (They said the same thing about 3D but this time they really mean it. Honest.)
Lifehacker 101: Ultra HD TVs

The Ultimate Puddle Jump Fail [VIDEO]

There is no better feeling than jumping into a puddle after a spring rain and feeling the ripple of water across your shoes. There's no worse feeling than drowning (probably). The subject of this viral video most likely felt both of those emotions in the span of a split second.
The Ultimate Puddle Jump Fail [VIDEO]