8 reasons you'll rejoice when we hit $8-a-gallon gas

A further price rise as in Europe to $8 a gallon -- or $200 and more to fill a large SUV's tank -- would be a catalyst for economic, political and social change of profound national and global impact. We could face an economic squeeze, but it would be the pain before the gain.

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When a Foreigner Makes Your Pizza *Pic*

51 stars baby.

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One-Way Mission to Mars: US Soldiers Will Go

Sargent First Class William H. Ruth III contemplates his current duty in a barren landscape in Afghanistan, and says he's willing to lead a human mission to Mars.

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Sharpshooters on the roof

I suspect, the death threats come in greater numbers for him than any Presidential candidate before him.And yet, he still stands before us. He stands before us with his wife and with his daughters by his side. Think about that.

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20 Biggest American Football Stadiums [w/ pics]

If you really want to get the full effect of watching a football game in the midst of a crowd then you should make it a point to visit one of the these theaters of footballing dreams, some of which are among the largest stadiums in the world. It is here where the game will really come to life!

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iPhone line forms at Apple's flagship for no reason

So word on the street (literally) is that a large number of people are queuing in line outside of Apple's flagship store on 5th Avenue in New York City -- keep in mind the Cube is open 24 hours a day. Our intrepid girl-on-the-scene reports that the group is more than 60-deep, though most people seem confused about what they're waiting for

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He Took a Polaroid Every Day, Until the Day He Died

Yesterday I came across a slightly mysterious website — a collection of Polaroids, one per day, from March 31, 1979 through October 25, 1997. There’s no author listed, no contact info, and no other indication as to where these came from. So, naturally, I started looking through the photos. I was stunned by what I found...

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Prom Through The Ages: 50's-Today [Pics]

In American culture, prom is a rite of passage, a time to slut it up and break out our most stylish get-ups. Let’s take a little promenade to the proms of yester years …

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42 Unusually Brilliant Business Card Designs [PICS]

In today’s world of short attention spans it is more important than ever to make a compelling first impression. A brilliant business card that speaks to your profession, serves some unusual function or that transforms into something else can be a great way to grab attention and inspire those you meet. Organized into 5 helpful groups:

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The Real Crystal Skulls!

These are the real Crystal Skulls behind the new Indiana Jones Movie.

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The 6 Most Frequently Quoted Bulls**t Statistics

Facts tend to survive based on how interesting they are, rather than whether or not they're, y'know, true.

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8 Reasons Why This Is The Dumbest Generation

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Man Loses 35,000 Dollars in 'Marinaded Money' Scam

A Vietnamese man in Norway lost around 35,000 dollars after he was led to believe that mixing the cash with a special liquid would double its value.

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Castle or House? Same Price – Your Choice [Pics]

Why live in a cramped, rat-infested junior one-bedroom when you can reign high in your very own castle?

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If You Put That Picture On The Internet I’ll Call My Lawyer

This guy was on the corner of Stockton and Columbus in San Francisco yelling at a homeless man. Anger, conflict, drama — sounds like a great shot to me.

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Amazing Shipwrecks and Other Disasters at Sea [PICS]

Go check them out while they still exist, daily battered by the wind and merciless waves.

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Why are Broken Bones Lethal to Horses?

After a four-race winning streak, Eight Belles galloped past the Kentucky Derby's finish line to snag second place. The glory was shattered as the racehorse collapsed on the track. She had broken bones in both front ankles — a lethal injury for a horse.

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Teacher fired for Wizardry

We're way past April 1st here folks... Enjoy.

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Magneto Vision: Birds had scifi-worthy abilities all along!

Research shows birds may have the ability to actually SEE magnetic fields. (Hmm... Could a bird solve the mystery of Lost?) :)

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