107 Regional Slang Words
Whether it's pop, soda, or soft drink, Mental Floss lists off the crazy terms people use from region to region.
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Fake Professor Prank
University of Rochester pranksters The Chamber Boys decided to make freshman year even more awkward for a Chem 131 class by posing as professor Dr. Hafensteiner on the first day of class.
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London Sock Co. Retro Striped Socks
London Sock Co.'s Retro Stripe Collection draws from vintage athletic wear, bringing the timeless appeal of retro varsity-inspired stripes into everyday rotation. Knitted from a soft organic cotton blend with a comfortable ribbed construction, the mid-calf socks strike the balance between nostalgic sport styling and modern versatility. Their understated design pairs just as naturally with broken-in denim and suede sneakers as it does with loafers, chinos, or weekend shorts. Produced using carbon-free manufacturing and hand-finished for a refined feel, the Retro Stripe Collection is the finishing touch to a great outfit.
Presented by London Sock Co.
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Nike Vapor Pro 3
Nike's Vapor Pro 3 delivers the bounce and explosiveness needed to maximize support in any hard-court scenario. Springy Air Zoom cushioning and a new rubber compound make the shoe the lightest Vapor yet, while the same midsole foam and outsole tread from the Vapor 2 continue to secure your footing for sharper cuts during side-to-side rallies and quick scrambles at the net. Structurally refined with a deeper flex notch for improved flexibility and responsiveness, the Vapor Pro 3 is ready from the opening serve to wherever life takes you long after the final point.
Presented by Nike.
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Can You Trust Your Eyes?
Using a series of optical illusions, AsapSCIENCE explains why you can never trust your sneaky little eyeballs again.
Herman Miller Quality
Here's a rare glimpse into a Herman Miller factory where they are still producing the iconic Eames Lounge and Ottoman.
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Meet Lizzie Mae
While working as a historical re-enactor at Mount Vernon, Azie Mira Dungey encountered some of American's finest tourists while portraying the personal housemaid to President and Lady Washington. After leaving the Washington estate, Dungey decided to turn ignorance into comedy with her new web series Ask A Slave.
Game of Hearts
Sansa Stark and Tyrion Lannister get the rom-com treatment in this romantic re-edit of Game of Thrones.
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Webroot Total Protection
As the school year ramps up, so does time spent online, making back-to-school season a natural time to refresh your digital security. Webroot offers flexible protection for computers, phones, and tablets, with standalone options or multi-device bundles covering everything from suspicious links and malware to network monitoring and password management. Built to work quietly in the background, Webroot uses less device space and installs and scans quickly, helping keep everyday browsing, homework, and family routines running smoothly without unnecessary interruptions. With plans for one, three, or five devices and savings of up to 40%, it's a straightforward way to add a little more peace of mind to the new school year.
Presented by Webroot.
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Carbonite Cloud Backup
Carbonite takes the stress out of protecting the files you don't realize you need until they're gone. The cloud backup service automatically saves files and photos in the background as they're created, eliminating storage caps and the hassle of manual backups. Everything is encrypted and accessible from any device, so if a laptop crashes, gets damaged, or disappears, you can restore your data to a new machine without starting from scratch. It's the kind of set-it-and-forget-it service that quietly does its job until the moment you need it most.
Presented by Carbonite.
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A Capella Tetris Theme
Vocal video game legend Smooth McGroove is back with an a capella cover of Tetris.
Fracking Explained
Whether you're for it, against it, or don't have a clue what it is, here's an informative infographic explaining the pros and cons of fracking.
