Venice’s Iced Over Waterways

02/07/12 -- Odd Articles

“The big freeze shows no sign of letting up in Europe as Venice’s famed waterways fell victim to sub zero temperatures this morning. Water buses were stranded in some of the Italian city’s canals after they froze solid in temperatures as low as -10C. More than 60,000 homes were left without power in Milan and officials declared a gas supply emergency as the cold temperatures saw pipes burst.” w/ photos

Pug Dog Tricks

02/07/12 -- Only In Japan

“I don’t care what you guys say, this dog is awful at playing piano.” — jsndacruz

World’s First 3D Printer-Created Jaw

02/07/12 -- Amazing

“In a world first, an elderly patient has had a 3D printer-created lower jaw surgically implanted with complete success. The titanium jaw was built by Belgian company LayerWise in collaboration with scientists from the University of Hasselt, based in the same country. The operation was carried out in the Netherlands last June to treat the woman’s osteomyelitis – bone infection – of almost the entire lower jawbone. However, only now are the details of the ground-breaking procedure emerging. The jaw was made using a high-precision laser, which fused together titanium powder layer by layer, without glue or binder liquid.” w/ photos

TMNT Theme (Vocal Cover)

02/07/12 -- Pretty Cool

“This is my version of the ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ theme song from the 1980′s. The recording is 100% vocals and 100% my own voice. This song is made up of 14 different vocal tracks.” — nmckaig

Who You Gonna Claw!

02/07/12 -- Photos

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Kid Does Push Ups On Glass Bottles

02/07/12 -- Unbelievable

“7-year-old Giuliano Stroe, know as the world’s strongest kid, does push ups while balancing on glass bottles. He already holds a few Guinness World Records!”

Test Tube Chandelier

02/07/12 -- Photos

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The Octopus Dance

02/07/12 -- Videos

“The Octopus dance is unique and makes thunder lightning reactions when your at the club. You need a difference. You now have one. That guy over there talking to that hot chic you admire, misguiding her with his 5 years of dance training but she wants something fresh. Get noticed with The Octopus.” — paperkutderek

Instant Ice Traction Shoes

02/07/12 -- Neat Products

“Yaktrax Instant Ice Traction Shoes are a super easy way to add a bit more traction and possibly save your butt from bruising. All you do is stretch them over your regular shoes or boots, and the rust-resistant coils do the rest. They cut into the ice beneath your feet to give you all sorts of added traction. Then, just pop them off when you get where you’re going and hide them away in a coat pocket, purse, briefcase, or Bag of Holding. Yaktrax Instant Ice Traction Shoes – ready to save your butt from winter’s cold contusions.” w/ photos

Top 10 Breathtaking Viewing Platforms Worldwide

02/07/12 -- Top Lists

“It is exhilarating to stand on top of the world admiring the natural beauty of our planet spread beneath us. Bone-chilling ravines, steep cliffs, thundering waterfalls, snow-clad peaks or serene rivers, nature has been very kind to us. You need not be a rock climber or a mountaineer to experience planet Earth in all its glory. We have here, the most amazing viewing platforms that help us do just that. So climb atop one, and take a deep breath as you savor the view.” w/ photos