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Meet some of the YouTubers vlogging from the Olympics
LOS ANGELES — Google got into the Olympics spirit this year by sending 15 of its most popular global YouTube stars to Rio. The creators will provide everything from commentary of the Games’ celebrations to on-the-ground tours of Rio. YouTube … Continue reading
Need motivation? This 10-year-old kid has words of wisdom to share
While other kids his age are busy building caterpillar forts on the playground, Nyeeam Hudson has set his sights on grander goals: Most notably, on spreading motivational messages to the world. The 10-year-old spreads positivity in the form of words … Continue reading
‘League of Legends,’ chores and Red Bull: Life in an esports training house
Josh Carr-Hummerston, 21, calls himself the “mum” of five grown men. He and his so-called sons are holed up in a rather empty apartment in the harbourside suburb of Pyrmont in Sydney, Australia. There’s a lovely view of some yachts … Continue reading
The failed bromance behind Michael Phelps’ savage stare down of Chad le Clos
It’s the meme-iest moment of the 2016 Olympics so far. But did you know Michael Phelps’ smoldering death stare comes with a juicy backstory? This is the tale of the most decorated Olympian in human history, a South African upstart … Continue reading
This high-tech indoor garden just made growing marijuana a lot easier
Back in the day, growing weed at home involved you forfeiting an entire closet or room in your home, along with endless hours of research, constant attention and, of course, the risk of arrest. But now that cannabis is legal … Continue reading
New mom Anne Hathaway reminds us all there’s no shame in gaining weight
Anne Hathaway has a message to anyone who has felt pressure to shed the baby weight: love what you’ve been given. The actress and recent mother posted an image on Instagram of jean shorts in the making, with a touching … Continue reading
The cucamelon is here to make your summer adorable
Move over baby hedgehogs and newborn lion cubs. Get over yourself, Totoro bread and itty bitty cooking videos. The cucamelon is here and it is adorable all on its own. SEE ALSO: Company creates machine that claims to stop avocados … Continue reading
Crocodile coughs up plastic bottles thanks to scumbag litterers
You’d think entering a place full of animals would be a good reminder to not litter and be a terrible person. Yet somehow The Colonel, a large saltwater crocodile who lives at Rockhampton Zoo, coughed up two plastic drink bottles … Continue reading
Lifelong friends embark on a journey of the senses and the soul
PAID CONTENT BY DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DoubleTree by Hilton believes that nice is contagious. It starts with a warm chocolate chip cookie but doesn’t stop there! You’ll find that the niceness you experience stays with you – and chances are, … Continue reading
Paul George is much better at basketball than throwing away cups
Cups are are the up-and-up this Olympics – or as some would say, the cup-and-cup. Indiana Pacers forward Paul George was in for a rude awakening when he tried to hand his cup off at an Olympic basketball game on Monday. SEE … Continue reading