Total Cat Immersion
Missing her companion at home, Seattle Children's Hospital gave one cat-loving patient an extra dose of kitty cheer by surrounding her with 3,000 pictures of Facebook felines, complete with the soothing sound of purrs.
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Hell Broke Luce by Tom Waits
Since some of you youngsters had probably never heard of Tom Waits until a week ago (shame on you), here's a look at the raspy rocker in action for the newly released single off his 2011 album Bad As Me.
Homemade Roller Coaster
We're still deciding if building a roller coaster with a 12-foot drop made from lumber, PVC, concrete in your back yard qualifies you for the best dad ever or the worst. Either way, our childhood is jealous.
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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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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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A Long Day of Childhood
After a long day of school, homework, and walking in on your parents, only a heaping plate of Ragú-covered spaghetti — and years of therapy — will make you feel better.
Curtis Martin's Hall of Fame Speech
After 10 years, two teams, and 14,101 total rushing yards, Curtis Martin joined the 2012 class in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. During the Induction Ceremony in Canton, Ohio, the running back bared his soul to his friends, family, and fans of the game.
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The Debate-Thletes
Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis take on three children from the Shelby Elementary School debate team. Seems like a pretty even matchup.
Cockneys Vs Zombies Trailer
Finally, a British zombie comedy to fill your void for British zombie comedies. A gang of amateur bank robbers unite with the geriatric unite to defend London's east end from a outbreak of the undead. NSFW. Hits UK theaters August 31, 2012.
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T-Mobile Postpaid
Switching wireless carriers has traditionally involved enough friction to keep most people exactly where they are, but T-Mobile is trying to remove that excuse with a streamlined digital process designed to get customers through checkout in 15 minutes or less per line. The experience focuses on speed and simplicity, allowing users to switch online or through the T-Life app while keeping the device they already own. To further lower the barrier, T-Mobile's Keep & Switch program offers up to $800 via virtual prepaid card to help pay off eligible phones when customers make the move, creating a proposition that is equal parts convenience and cost savings.
Presented by T-Mobile.
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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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Zero Dark Thirty Trailer
The writer-director duo behind The Hurt Locker Kathryn Bigelow and Mark Boal team up once again to highlight the special operations forces mission to capture or kill Osama bin Laden. Starring Jessica Chastain, Joel Edgerton, Edgar Ramirez, and Mark Strong. In theaters December 19, 2012.
Batman: Dark Knightfall
Using the insanely detailed action figures from the Hong Kong-based production house Hot Toys, directors Derek Kwok and Henri Wong created this impressive stop-motion animated tribute to Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy.
