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Only 20% of American students learn a foreign language. While that's low, it ends up feeling downright pathetic when you consider that more than 9 out of 10 European students are schooled in at least one other tongue.  Sure, there are so many languages in Europe that residents there have to learn a few to… READ THE REST

Phil Spector, the legendary music producer and murderer, is dead at 81. California Health Care Facility inmate Phillip Spector was pronounced deceased of natural causes at 6:35 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at an outside hospital. His official cause of death will be determined by the medical examiner in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's… READ THE REST

Turns out that you can make diffraction grating* molded onto chocolate if you know what you're doing. In fact, you can 3D print the lovely effect with all kinds of things. * in b4 "tHat iS NoT a tRuE HoLoGrAm!!1 U jUsT LoSt a ReaDEr!" Take it up with the video uploader. Image: YouTube /… READ THE REST

You love your family and friends. You love your spouse. You love your kids. But, even among those things you treasure most in this world, there's still a special kind of love you hold only for your pet.  For as much as we shower our love and affection over these furry family members, there isn't… READ THE REST

We realize it's still frigidly cold in many places, but advanced planning for summer 2021 needs to start happening now. And, even with so much still up in the air about what life will even feel like six months from now, it's time to get the ball rolling today.  Of course, the centerpiece of any… READ THE REST

It probably sounds trite, but a quality light source in an emergency really can make the difference between life and death. While you hope to never need it, a powerful, functioning flashlight or headlamp should not only be part of your pack for any outdoor excursion, it should also be stationed in your vehicle for… READ THE REST