Well, Does We? Hic!

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How To Turn A Beer Can Into The Only Camping Stove You'll Ever Need

This video shows how to make a stove with nothing but a drinks can and a knife. The stove runs on alcohol, of which the most common source is medical alcohol from your local pharmacy.



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New Record: World's Oldest Animal Is 507 Years Old

In autumn 2006 a team of researchers went on an expedition to Iceland, where they discovered something that made the headlines across the world. One of the Arctica islandica bivalve molluscs, also known as ocean quahogs, that the researchers picked up from the Icelandic seabed turned out to be around 405 years old, and thus the world's oldest animal.

However, after taking a closer look at the old mollusc using more refined methods, the researchers found that the animal is actually 100 years older than they thought. The new estimate says that the mollusc is actually 507 years old.

10 Most Successful Hip-Hop Entrepreneurs

Some artists have transcended the hip-hop world to attain great heights in the world of business, establishing innovative brands and lucrative, million-dollar companies. And while their triumphs have not always been easy, these ten entrepreneurs have successfully delved into various fields, including fashion, music production and sports management.

Each one of them has shown an assiduous work ethic and a unique vision, often collaborating with previously established business titans who saw promise in their innovative and opportunistic ideas. What's more, many have gone on to use portions of their massive fortunes to give back not only to their own communities, but also to the world at large.

The New Kings Of Disguise

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Chameleons are over. When it comes to unlocking the secrets of camouflage, scientists are turning to the octopus. As disappearing acts go, cephalopods are unparalleled. Instead of settling for one mode of camouflage, they've mastered just about all of them.

This is in part because they live in the planet's most visually diverse environments where patterns of light and color vary more than even in tropical rainforests.

10 Fastest Police Cars In The World

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Catching criminals has gotten a lot more glamorous for some police forces around the world. Stopping drug dealers, transporting donated organs and promoting road safety are all assignments that have been aided by some of the world's most incredible supercars.

Take a look at the ten fastest police cars in the world and discover what contribution these awesome machines have made to police forces worldwide.

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Jack Vale's Social Media Experiment

Using the power of Social Media, American comedian Jack Vale freaked people out by making them think he knew personal information about them. He talks to them about their dog, recent meal, or upcoming birthday.



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Nothing Going On Here. Move On, Please

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How Giant Birds Can Fly Nearly 10,000 Miles In One Go

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Forget circumnavigating the globe in 80 days - an albatross can do it in a mere 46. These world travelers are among the largest flying birds, weighing up to 25 pounds (11 kilograms), and with a wingspan of 11 feet (3 meters).

But hefting such huge bodies off the ground takes a lot of energy. If albatrosses flew simply by flapping their wings, they would lose about half their body mass fueling that kind of flight. So how do these kings of the sky complete such long journeys so quickly?

How to Eat an Apple Like a Boss

An apple is one of the most fundamental fruits throughout history. Apparently, we've been eating them wrong. Take a look at the video to learn how to do it properly.



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10 Notorious Female Hackers

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Hacking, the art of writing computer code, and manipulating computer hardware has traditionally kept men at the top of the field, and that is why many are surprised to hear that there are a handful of women that have found a place in this world.

It remains an evolving, multi-billion dollar industry as some hackers are often blamed for causing irreparable damage while others are simultaneously credited for some of the biggest breakthroughs in technology. No matter what a hacker may be, here is a closer look at ten of the most notorious female hackers and the impact that they have had on the world.

The Strange Fate Of Eben Byers

Some people become famous for the way they lived their lives... and some become famous for the way they, well, shuffled off this mortal coil. Eben Byers was one such unfortunate soul. Eben McBurney Byers (1880-1932) was a wealthy American socialite, athlete, and industrialist. He won the 1906 U.S. Amateur in golf.

In 1927, while returning via chartered train from the annual Harvard–Yale football game, Byers fell from his berth and injured his arm. He complained of persistent pain and a doctor suggested that he take Radithor, a patent medicine manufactured by William J. A. Bailey.

The Fathomless Mysteries Of The Deepest Lake On Earth

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The deep, frigid waters of Lake Baikal look calm enough, but if locals are to be believed, mysteries abound in this ancient body of water. Aliens, supernatural powers, ancient curses, dragons, even a visit from Jesus - there seems to be no end to the bizarre stories linked to this freshwater lake in southern Siberia.

Yet even without the strange tales, this would be a fascinating place - one of incredible beauty and with enough ecological value to make it a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lake Baikal is the largest and oldest lake on Earth, not to mention one of the most biologically unique.

Homeless Veteran Gets A Makeover

Jim Wolf, US Army veteran, has struggled for decades with povery, homelessness and alcoholism. In September 2013, he volunteered to go through this physical transformation.



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Which Side Of Your Brain Is More Dominant?

Which side of your brain is more dominant, the left or the right side. Take this test to find out. It seems I use my brain equally.

The Mysterious Dome Houses Of Cape Romano, Florida

If you zoom in using Google Earth on the southern point of Cape Romano Island in Florida, you'll find a curious set of round structures along the shoreline.

These are the abandoned dome houses which have mystified the internet regarding their existence for many years. Who built them and what were they for?

Monday Puzzle

The Presurfer, in cooperation with pzzlr.com, brings you a puzzle every Monday. Just to tickle your brain.

What characteristic is shared by the palindromes in the first row that is not shared by the palindromes in the second row?
MUM, OTTO, WOW, TOOT
BOB, DAD, NOON, POP

You can find the answer here.

The Grandad Shuffle

Grandads dancing to Carnao Beats house.



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30 Of The World's Most Impressive Social Housing Projects

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As populations grow and cities become more crowded than ever, public housing has become an increasingly important issue for governments around the world. However, social housing is no longer limited to characterless blocks of concrete. Modern public housing projects frequently incorporate eco-conscious designs and elements, as efficient energy usage tends to be a priority.

Take a look at 30 of the world's social housing developments that break the mold, undoing negative stereotypes and serving as remarkable works of architecture in their own right.

The Kelpies: Mythological Horses Power Again Through Scotland

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An extraordinary work of art has just been completed in Scotland. The Kelpies by figurative sculptor Andy Scott surge upwards in steel, whinnying and snorting alongside the banks of the Forth and Clyde Canal near the town of Falkirk.

These fantastic beasts from Gaelic mythology have risen again as monuments to the horse-powered industrial heritage of Scotland.