World's Tallest Waterslide
It's taller than Niagara Falls. It holds up to four riders at a time. It hits speeds of over 65 miles per hour. And it's in... Kansas City? It's Verrückt at Schlitterbahn, and it's so tall it has a hump.
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Conversation Switch
Ninjas are everywhere, which means you should probably start paying a little more attention during those random conversations on the bus. Watch Stuart Edge and Calen Morelli switch places mid-conversation while talking with unsuspecting people on the street.
Stormtroopers Twerk It
It's officially a phenomenon - even the elite fighting force of the Galactic Empire can't resist the urge to twerk it. Check out this video for Scott & Brendo's Beat Calls.
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Hairmax Ultima 12 LaserComb
The HairMax Ultima 12 LaserComb is a drug-free, FDA-cleared device that uses low-level laser therapy to stimulate hair follicles and promote regrowth. In just 8 minutes per session, three times a week, it's built for ease of use while delivering fuller, denser results over time. Clinical studies suggest LLLT devices like this can improve hair thickness when used consistently.
Presented by Hairmax.
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Thrive Market
Summer tends to compress family life into a constant rotation of drop-offs, pick-ups, road trips, and weekend tournaments, and Thrive Market positions itself as the quiet infrastructure behind it all. The members-only marketplace focuses on bulk, better-for-you essentials that make it easier to stay stocked without the last-minute scramble, from organic granola bars and nut butter pouches to clean-ingredient jerky, allergen-friendly snacks, and hydration drinks built for on-the-go days. With delivery handled ahead of the week's chaos, parents can build out camp lunch boxes, activity bags, and travel coolers that actually align with what kids will eat, while still sticking to clean-label standards and family-friendly pricing. It is less about reinventing the pantry and more about removing friction from the moments when convenience usually wins by default, especially during the busiest stretch of summer.
Presented by Thrive Market.
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Rabbit Stampede
We're not sure exactly why they're stampeding, but there's little question that this footage of a Russian rabbit stampede — shot from a moving snowmobile — is rather amazing, if a little (lot) shaky.
Internet Rehab
Declared to be a clinical disorder by China in 2008, Internet addiction is taken a wee bit more seriously over there. The New York Times goes inside the Internet Addiction Treatment Center in Daxing, China, a suburb of Beijing, to find out just how much.
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Google Glass: Fighting Fires
Glassware developer Patrick Jackson, a firefighter in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is working to develop Glass apps that provide firefighters with critical information for fighting fires - such as building floorplans and vehicle diagrams.
The Sapeurs
The Sapeurs, members of The Society for the Advancement of Elegant People, defy their surroundings to bring a bit of high society and the good life to the streets of Brazzaville, capitol of the Republic of the Congo.
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Rocket Money App
Most budgets fail for a simple reason: people are making decisions without a clear picture of where their money is actually going. Rocket Money aims to solve that problem by consolidating accounts, spending activity, recurring bills, and subscriptions into a single dashboard that turns financial guesswork into actionable insight. The platform automatically categorizes transactions, highlights spending trends, and helps users build realistic budgets that adapt to everyday life, whether managing a household, splitting costs with roommates, or tracking personal expenses. Its standout feature remains subscription management, surfacing forgotten recurring charges and allowing users to cancel unwanted services directly through the app. Combined with real-time alerts for unusual spending, upcoming bills, and budget progress, Rocket Money feels less like a spreadsheet replacement and more like a financial control center designed to help users spend more intentionally and keep more of what they earn.
Presented by Rocket Money.
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CURREX RunPro Insoles
The CURREX RUNPRO proves that one of the most effective running upgrades isn't a new pair of shoes. It is what goes inside them. Developed by German sports scientists and backed by biomechanical research, the performance insole is engineered to improve comfort, stability, and efficiency with every stride. Flexible arch support, a deep decoupled heel cup, and shock-absorbing rebound cushioning work together to reduce fatigue while promoting better power transfer and a more secure fit across a wide range of running shoes. As the top aftermarket insole in U.S. specialty run stores and a leader in Europe, the RUNPRO offers a science-driven way to get more out of every mile.
Presented by CURREX.
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Don't Touch the Gympie-Gympie Plant
It might look completely harmless, but one tiny touch of the Gympie-Gympie will leave you in considerable pain, and might even lead to... well, just watch.
Undercover Schwarzenegger
In support of After-School All-Stars — and no doubt because it looks like fun — Arnold Schwarzenegger recently headed to a Venice, CA Gold's Gym disguised as Howard, a regional manager.
