35 Facts About Mr. Rogers
On what would have been his 85th birthday, Mental Floss counts down 35 facts about everyone's favorite neighbor, Mr. Rogers.
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Lego Star Trek Into Darkness
The Star Trek into Darkness trailer gets a bricking awesome Lego remake.
Bad Motherf*cker by Biting Elbows
Sit back and enjoy the view from the eyes of one bad motherf*cker, as he makes an insane hostage escape in the latest music video from Russian thrash band Biting Elbows. NSFW.
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PLQR Smart Sticky Note
Private Label QR turns ordinary household labels into dynamic digital reference points, using durable QR stickers that link physical objects to editable information accessible from any smartphone camera. Once attached to a box, appliance, container, suitcase, or keepsake, each label can store notes, photos, instructions, contact details, or organizational data that can be updated anytime without replacing the sticker itself. The system feels especially useful for the kind of real-world friction most smart-home products ignore, from labeling moving boxes and organizing pantry goods to leaving appliance instructions for Airbnb guests or preserving the stories tied to family heirlooms. With no app required and built-in controls for private, public, or group visibility, the platform lands somewhere between modern inventory management and a digital memory layer for everyday objects.
Presented by PLQR.
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Collars & Co. Monterey Cotton & Linen Overshirt
The Monterey Overshirt from Collars & Co leans into the kind of effortless layering piece that works year-round without overthinking it. Cut from a lightweight cotton-linen blend with a touch of stretch, it delivers breathable comfort with just enough structure to hold its shape, striking a balance between relaxed and refined. Details like patch pockets, working buttons, and a clean pointed collar keep things classic, while the unlined construction makes it easy to throw over a tee or polo as temperatures shift. Machine washable and designed for a true-to-size fit, it's a straightforward staple that slots easily into a daily rotation without feeling like an afterthought.
Presented by Collars & Co.
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Building The World's Largest Ship In 76 Seconds
Maersk's Triple-E is a new class of fuel-efficient container ships, designed for lower speeds and CO2 emissions. The 400-meter long ships break the record in container ship capacity and are expected to be the world's largest ships in service. With the Discovery Channel, Maersk is giving a sneak peek of the construction of one of their massive vessels at the DSME shipyard in Okpo, Koreathis with this 76-second time-lapse.
Everything Wrong WIth The Dark Knight
Not even Batman is safe from the ruthless critiques of Cinema Sins.
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The Return of Brent
After a 10 year hiatus, Ricky Gervais returns as musical manager David Brent for Britian's Comic Relief special.
More Stupidity At 2500 FPS
Lasse Spang Olsen and Jan Elhøj are back with more slow motion destruction for the second season of their Danish TV show, Dumt & Farligt.
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Duke Cannon Supply Co. Puck Soap
Bar soap rarely gets an upgrade, but the Duke Cannon Soap Puck rethinks the format with a compact, palm-sized design built for grip, portability, and longevity. Triple-milled for a denser, longer-lasting bar, it delivers a rich lather while holding up better than typical soaps, making it just as suited for daily showers as it is for gym bags and travel kits. Formulated with natural oils and free of phthalates, it cleans without overcomplicating things, while the rounded puck shape feels deliberate in hand. It's a small shift in form that turns a basic essential into something more considered and durable.
Presented by Duke Cannon.
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RiseGuide
RiseGuide is bringing AI coaching to one of the most anxiety-inducing modern skills: public speaking. The platform's new Speech Analyzer listens to up to 60 seconds of recorded speech, then evaluates pacing, confidence, pauses, filler words, and structure before delivering a score alongside targeted feedback for improvement. Built into RiseGuide's Charisma Mastery program, the feature feels less like another passive self-help tool and more like a speaking coach that fits in your pocket, helping users sharpen clarity, cadence, and presence through real-time analysis and repetition.
Presented by RiseGuide.
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Super Slow-Mo Bridge Demolition
Even better than a bridge implosion is a super slow motion bridge implosion. Here's RED Epic look at the demolition of the old U.S. 281 bridge in Marble Falls, Texas, at a cool 300 frames per second.
Star Wars Adjectives
Pack up your adjectives and take them to a galaxy far, far away with this Star Wars edition of School House Rock.
