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#815 Rubik’s Cube still spins my head

Posted on 2016/03/03 by Troy — 97 Comments ↓
rubiks rubik's cube on table

The Rubik’s Cube is probably one of the most famous toys on Earth. Throughout the history of childhood fun there has always been the aunt or uncle who bought children Continue Reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Science | Tagged Ernő Rubik, games, math, rubik's cube, science, speedcubing, toys | 97 Comments ↓

#854 The escalator gets you going places

Posted on 2015/03/30 by Troy — 11 Comments ↓
escalator yellow submarine

Whenever I see an escalator I start to smile. Whether it an escalator that goes up and down like a staircase or in a spiral or helix shape it is Continue Reading →

Posted in Architecture, Technology, Travel | Tagged elevator, escalator, science, technology, transportation | 11 Comments ↓

#917 Electricity was invented by Ben Franklin. Or was it?

Posted on 2014/07/09 by Troy — 4 Comments ↓
electricity flame in light bulb

Electricity as we know it has been around since the late 19th century and we have come to rely heavily upon its use. If we ever lost the ability to Continue Reading →

Posted in Life, Science | Tagged CFL, conservation, electricity, science | 4 Comments ↓

#920 Origami : A fun hobby for all ages

Posted on 2014/06/30 by Troy — 71 Comments ↓
origami swan crane word

Origami from ori meaning “folding” and kami meaning “paper” is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. Origami started in the 17th century AD and was popularized outside of Japan Continue Reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged China, Christmas, crane, education, Japan, LEGO, origami, paper folding, science, swan | 71 Comments ↓

#995 Dog shaking off water is hysterical…and amazing

Posted on 2014/03/03 by Troy — 4 Comments ↓
dog shake water 1

The other day we gave Ali the dog a bath. Actually I stood back and watched while Ali’s servant lathered her up then rinsed off the suds. This is the Continue Reading →

Posted in Animals | Tagged bath, birds, Cesar Millan, dog, hummingbird, hummingbirds, science, shake, water | 4 Comments ↓

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