September 2011 Fails
As long as TNL keeps posting them, we'll keep devouring them. Here's another ten minutes of failing fools.
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Andy Rooney Says Goodbye
The loveably grumpy Andy Rooney's not retiring, but he is leaving 60 Minutes.
Riddles Of The Paranormal
The only riddle here is how Xanthony O'Harbinger's Dragonsingers of Kronn wasn't added to our must read list sooner.
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Nike P-6000 Shoe
Before running shoes became lifestyle staples, they were built with one purpose: logging miles. Nike revisits that era with the P-6000, a silhouette inspired by the Pegasus 25 and Pegasus 2006 that brings early-2000s running design back into everyday rotation. Layered mesh, genuine leather, and synthetic overlays create the technical look that defined the period, while a foam midsole delivers the comfort expected from a modern sneaker. Underfoot, a durable rubber outsole provides dependable traction whether navigating city streets, airport terminals, or weekend coffee runs. The P-6000 captures the grit of early performance footwear while fitting naturally into today's wardrobe.
Presented by Nike.
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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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Bellagio-Style Water Gun Show
Summer's officially over, so enjoy this Vegas-inspired synchronized super soaker performance.
Dan Aykroyd's SNL Screen Test
Before he was Dr. Raymond Stantz or Elwood Blues, Dan Aykroyd was an aspiring comedian trying to make it on Saturday Night Live with a hall of fame stache.
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Stair Climbing On His Head
Sun Xi Zhong of China climbed 15 stairs on his head for one one of the most unusual Guinness World Records.
Crazy Russian Climbs A Skyscraper
The craziest Russian of all climbs to the top of the Stalin Skyscraper's 133 meter peak in Moscow, without using any safety gear.
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Skechers Basketball Collection
Skechers is making a serious push onto the hardwood with a basketball collection built around the demands of modern play. Headlined by the same models worn by OG Anunoby, the lineup balances speed, control, and explosiveness across two distinct silhouettes. The low-top SKX Nexus is engineered for quick cuts and all-around stability, delivering the comfort and responsiveness needed for players who thrive in transition. For those who rely on lift and grip, the SKX Reign focuses on aggressive traction and support designed to keep movements sharp on both ends of the floor. Together, the collection reflects a performance-first approach that mirrors Anunoby's own game: versatile, powerful, and always under control.
Presented by Skechers
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Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 Robot Vacuum and Mop
The Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 continues the march toward fully autonomous floor care, combining powerful vacuuming with an equally capable mopping system in a package designed to require as little human intervention as possible. Its 25,000Pa Vormax suction, driven by a sixth-generation TurboForce motor, tackles everything from fine dust to pet hair and cat litter, while DuoScrub mopping and extendable SideReach and MopExtend technologies ensure corners, edges, and tight spaces don't get overlooked. The real centerpiece, however, is the multifunctional PowerDock, which automatically empties debris, cleans the mops, and uses hot-air drying to keep the system fresh between runs. Intelligent carpet handling, off-peak charging, and enough battery life to clean large homes in a single session round out a robot designed to do more than maintain floors. It aims to eliminate cleaning chores altogether, especially for busy households and pet owners.
Presented by Dreame.
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September 2011 Wins
This month's super-sized batch of wins.
Worst National Anthem Performances
An agonizing three minutes of America's finest destroying the National Anthem.
