John Oliver Finally Took On Donald Trump, And It Was Good
The GOP establishment has so far failed to stop Donald Trump — can John Oliver? Probably not, but it's funny as heck.
February 29, 2016 at 08:43AM
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Chris Rock Rips The Academy Awards Apart In His Opening Monologue
"I'm here at the Academy Awards, otherwise known as the White People's Choice Awards," Chris Rock started, before going on to explain exactly why the #OscarsSoWhite controversy is such a problem. He never stopped.
February 28, 2016 at 08:19PM
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Steph Curry Hits Absurd Game-Winner, Is Not Human
Curry hit 12 three pointers in Golden State's thrilling 121-118 overtime win over Oklahoma City. And as far as we're concerned, the last one — a last-second game-winner from waaay out — should probably have counted for 4 points.
February 28, 2016 at 09:15AM
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Former Mexican President Says 'I'm Not Gonna Pay For That Fucking Wall' On Live TV (Again)
After swearing (literally) that Mexico wouldn't pay for Trump's proposed giant border wall in an interview Thursday, Former Mexican Vicente Fox did it again on live TV on Friday.
February 27, 2016 at 09:05AM
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The Coen Brothers Are Masters Of The Reverse Shot
Joel and Ethan Coen prefer to film dialog a little differently — from inside the space of the conversation.
February 26, 2016 at 08:20AM
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110-Year-Old Lady Doesn't Have Time For Your Bullshit Interview Questions
Just let Flossie Dickey get back to napping and leave her alone. And no, she is not excited for her birthday party.
February 24, 2016 at 03:21PM
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If You Dare Hackers To Hack You, They'll Hack You Good
Fusion's Kevin Roose asked some of the best hackers at DEF CON to do their worst to him. He didn't even know what was coming.
February 24, 2016 at 06:05PM
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Boston Dynamics' New Robot Doesn't Give A Shit About Your Weak Human Attacks
A new version of Atlas, designed to operate outdoors and inside buildings, can withstand both difficult terrain and stupid humans taunting it with a hockey stick.
February 23, 2016 at 09:17PM
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This Is Quite Possibly The Greatest Skiing Video In Existence
Candide Thovex completes his "one of those days trilogy" with another stunning adventure on skis including: jumping a helicopter, stealing a horse, skiing through a truck, and breaking down a barn window.
February 23, 2016 at 05:02PM
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Quasimodo The Hunchback Hound Is The Coolest Dog
Four-year-old Quasimodo is believed to be one of just 15 dogs worldwide living with short-spine syndrome. The rare condition has left him with virtually no neck but his new family say he is enjoying a new lease of life at his home.
February 23, 2016 at 12:39PM
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A Grandmaster Faces Off Against A Park Chess Hustler
Chess Grandmaster Maurice Ashley returned to the Washington Square Park tables where he used to play and took on a regular.
February 17, 2016 at 10:05PM
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This Perspective-Shifting Painting Is Doing Terrible Things To Our Brains
Patrick Hughes specializes in reverspective paintings, which... well, we won't ruin it for you.
February 17, 2016 at 07:12PM
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Here's A Man In A Dinosaur Costume Riding A Majestic Prancing Horse
Every once in awhile the Internet blesses us with inexplicably amazing things. Today, Gascon Horsemanship brought us a video of a man in a dinosaur costume riding a horse. It is perfect.
February 16, 2016 at 06:17PM
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We're Confused About The Physics Of This Absurd Goal
We're not going to say this goal from the Malaysian Super League defies the laws of physics, but we're also not quite sure how to explain what this ball does after it's kicked.
February 16, 2016 at 05:54PM
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Lady Gaga's Tribute To David Bowie At The Grammys Was Phenomenal
Combining incredible projections, spectacular costumes and a medley of hits, Lady Gaga is one of the few people with the artistic vision and tenacity that can truly honor Bowie's life.
February 16, 2016 at 04:59PM
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A First-Person View Of High Altitude Climbing Is Goddamn Terrifying
In case you weren't sure that climbing in the Himalayas is terrifying, this POV video by climbers David Lama and Conrad Anker should clear that up for you.
February 15, 2016 at 12:51PM
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Everything You Need To Know To Land A 737
It doesn't happen often, but if you're on that one-in-a-million flight where a passenger needs to go in the cockpit and land the plane like a hero, this is how you do it.
February 14, 2016 at 04:45PM
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OK Go Can't Stop, Won't Stop, Film Their New Music Video In Zero Gravity
OK Go mainly seems to still be together these days as a pretext for making bonkers music videos. But they may have a tough time topping their latest — which they filmed on a zero gravity plane.
February 12, 2016 at 07:10AM
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The Most Satisfying Video In The World
Have you ever seen something that makes your skin tingle and for some unknown reason provides you with a sense of unbridled peace and happiness? Well here's five solid minutes of that feeling.
February 12, 2016 at 10:56AM
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Inside The Factory Building The World's Most Realistic Sex Doll
San Marcos, California is home to a factory making sex dolls that literally promise to be "your best friend, lover and everything else you can imagine." But how real are the RealDolls?
February 11, 2016 at 05:57PM
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Lady Gaga Singing The National Anthem At Super Bowl 50
For some reason Lady Gaga has become known for her strange demeanor and dress. This performance clearly shows she's should be known for her killer pipes.
February 8, 2016 at 06:08PM
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FPV Drone Racing In A Warehouse Is A Stark Reminder That The Future Is Now
Just throw on some Aphrodite or The Prodigy and now you're living in 1996's version of the future.
February 9, 2016 at 04:56PM
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Extremely Intelligent Golden Retriever Uses Bread To Catch A Fish
Rani is a golden retriever who has caught dozens of fish (and even some turtles!). Watch as she snatches a big bluegill right out of the water.
February 9, 2016 at 03:28PM
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Russia Just Won The Cold War (Of Truck Design)
Nothing can stop these Russian trucks (literally, they drive these things into lakes), and we would like two, please.
February 9, 2016 at 01:07PM
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Gymnast Whips, Nae Naes, Dabs And Flips Her Way To A 9.925
UCLA gymnast Sophina DeJesus has moves so incredible and contagious that her teammates have no choice but to join in along the sidelines.
February 8, 2016 at 07:40PM
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Who Needs A Drone When You Can Tie A String To Your iPhone?
Skier Nicolas Vuignier decided to record a run down the slopes in 360 degrees, using stuff he probably had laying around in the junk drawer.
February 5, 2016 at 10:33AM
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This Is The Martial Art That Gave Birth To Kung Fu
In Kerala, southern India there still exists an ancient martial art which is believed to be the very thing which gave birth to kung fu and jiu jitsu. Despite a longstanding ban under British rule, the secrets of kalaripayattu have been passed down by masters who are leading a revival of the form.
February 4, 2016 at 12:57PM
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Watch A Storm Blow Waterfalls Backwards
Waterfalls are supposed to flow forward and down, not backward and up, but apparently nobody told that to Storm Henry, which is currently battering Scotland.
February 2, 2016 at 09:48PM
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Surfer Drops 40 Feet In Hard-To-Watch Wipeout
Professional surfer Tom Dosland described the incident, saying that striking the face of the wave was "a brutal beating, like I was in a car crash." Thankfully, Dosland emerged unscathed, but his board was completely destroyed.
February 2, 2016 at 02:30PM
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This Is What Happens When You Reply To Spam Email
If you get nothing else out of this TED Talk, its that you should be ending all emails with "bonsoir, my gold nugget."
February 2, 2016 at 05:27PM
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Clever Wheel Design Allows Vehicles To Move In Every Direction — Without Steering
Mecanum wheels are ingeniously designed so that, without turning, they can propel a vehicle forward, backward, or side-to-side.
February 1, 2016 at 07:08AM
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Two Guys Try To Sneak Into A Movie Theater Dressed As One Person
In a dazzling display of ingenuity, these two dudes actually manage to make themselves look like one strange human long enough to fool two movie theater employees. Who says teens will ruin the future?
February 1, 2016 at 12:39PM
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