20 Facts About The Muppets
Kermit and Miss Piggy take over Mental Floss to bring you some little known facts about The Muppets.
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The Void Gaming Theme Park
Pick your jaw up off the floor. They're building a holodeck in Utah.
Recording The Doctor Who Theme
A look at how composer Ron Grainer's theme was made using very early electronic music.
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Tandy NomNoms Protein Bites
Tandy flips the treat game with Protein NomNoms—bite-sized chocolate indulgences packed with 5g of protein, made from real chocolate and crafted with natural flavors. Choose from crave-worthy flavors like Salted Caramel Crunch, Peanut Buttery Peanut, or Chocolate Dipped Churro, each offering that sweet-salty or sweet-spiced vibe in a poppable, guilt-light format. The treats strike a rare balance: dessert feel without dessert regret, built on sustainable farming and designer snack engineering.
Presented by Tandy.
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SHRED Gym & Home Workout App
SHRED turns your phone into a hyper-personal trainer. With AI-adapted programs built by top fitness coaches, it molds workouts to your goals, schedule, and equipment—whether you're lifting at home or hitting the gym. Want hypertrophy, weight loss, or bodyweight routines? It's got you. Track progress, grab feedback, and swap plans seamlessly as you improve. Think: coach-designed results without the gym clock drama.
Presented by SHRED.
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The Fermi Paradox
An explanation for the lack of aliens in your life.
BB-8 Flaming Bagpipe Star Wars Theme
This guy is definitely doing his part to keep Portland weird.
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Out of Office: The Aria
Enjoy up to 35% off rooms + $100 daily F&B credit at The AAA Five Diamond Award-winning Aria Resort and Casino. Comprised primarily of two 50-story curvilinear glass towers, the stunning architecture is matched inside by an upscale, modern vibe, a subtle vanilla scent, and enough dining and amenity options to make it a one-stop destination. Get the octopus at Carbone, enjoy a cigar in the high rollers room, and always double down.
Presented by MGM.
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Collars & Co. Cotton and Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater
Collars & Co.'s Luxury Touch Crew Neck Sweater blends cotton and cashmere for a lightweight knit that's as breathable as it is soft. Cut for year-round wear, it delivers warmth without bulk, built-in UV protection, and natural odor resistance, making it as functional as it is refined. Finished in classic black — and other timeless shades — it's a versatile layer that moves seamlessly from work to weekend.
Presented by Collars & Co.
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Hand Drawn Logos
Seb Lester renders these perfect freehand logos with a calligraphy pen.
