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Odd Collections And Their Even More Eccentric Owners

It’s fair to say that at some point in our lives, we’ve all had a collection that, if others saw it, might make them question our sanity. For you, it might be old magazines, cigarette lighters or even, say, antique seat cushions. But for a handful of people, a collection...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 5, 2013

Odd Collections And Their Even More Eccentric Owners

It’s fair to say that at some point in our lives, we’ve all had a collection that, if others saw it, might make them question our sanity. For you, it might be old magazines, cigarette lighters or even, say, antique seat cushions. But for a handful of people, a collection...

By All That's Interesting • November 5, 2013

The Weirdest Wedding Traditions In The World

From dumping soot and flour onto a bride to avoiding the bathroom in the name of love, people have crafted some of the weirdest wedding traditions ever.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 3, 2013

The Weirdest Wedding Traditions In The World

From dumping soot and flour onto a bride to avoiding the bathroom in the name of love, people have crafted some of the weirdest wedding traditions ever.

By All That's Interesting • November 3, 2013

10 Of The World’s Most Bizarre Parades

Bizarre Parades: Coney Island’s Mermaid Fest The Mermaid Parade of Coney Island, NY takes the carefree spirit of Mardi Gras and combines it with celebrating the beginning of summer. This show is most notable for the thousands of ladies adorning mermaid costumes, often keeping with the Mardi Gras tradition of...

By Erin Kelly • Nov 2, 2013

10 Of The World’s Most Bizarre Parades

Bizarre Parades: Coney Island’s Mermaid Fest The Mermaid Parade of Coney Island, NY takes the carefree spirit of Mardi Gras and combines it with celebrating the beginning of summer. This show is most notable for the thousands of ladies adorning mermaid costumes, often keeping with the Mardi Gras tradition of...

By Erin Kelly • November 2, 2013

The Fascinating History Of Obscene Gestures

The (Middle) finger Synonymous with various phrases revolving around a verb that begins with the letter F, the middle finger is one of the most universally recognized and reviled gestures in history. Made particularly popular by late 20th century rock and punk personalities as a sign of rebellion and anti-establishmentarianism,...

By All That's Interesting • Oct 18, 2013

The Fascinating History Of Obscene Gestures

The (Middle) finger Synonymous with various phrases revolving around a verb that begins with the letter F, the middle finger is one of the most universally recognized and reviled gestures in history. Made particularly popular by late 20th century rock and punk personalities as a sign of rebellion and anti-establishmentarianism,...

By All That's Interesting • October 18, 2013

Jimi Hendrix’s Legendary Performance At Woodstock 1969

Often deemed the music performance that defined the 1960s, music expert and Jimi Hendrix scholar Joel Brattin has picked up on some of the most interesting elements of Hendrix’s iconic performances that you may not have otherwise known: 1. Hendrix performed with a temporary band. The Jimi Hendrix Experience, with...

By Savannah Cox • Oct 15, 2013

Jimi Hendrix’s Legendary Performance At Woodstock 1969

Often deemed the music performance that defined the 1960s, music expert and Jimi Hendrix scholar Joel Brattin has picked up on some of the most interesting elements of Hendrix’s iconic performances that you may not have otherwise known: 1. Hendrix performed with a temporary band. The Jimi Hendrix Experience, with...

By Savannah Cox • October 15, 2013

A Delightful Photo Gallery Captures Kids Trying Lemons

For many of us, there was a distinct moment in our childhood when an adult in our lives convinced us into trying our first lemon, resulting in a spasm of retching and yelling. Conceived of by David Wile and April Maciborka, Pucker is a photoseries capturing the exact moment a...

By All That's Interesting • Aug 18, 2013

A Delightful Photo Gallery Captures Kids Trying Lemons

For many of us, there was a distinct moment in our childhood when an adult in our lives convinced us into trying our first lemon, resulting in a spasm of retching and yelling. Conceived of by David Wile and April Maciborka, Pucker is a photoseries capturing the exact moment a...

By All That's Interesting • August 18, 2013

The World’s Coolest Coming Of Age Traditions

Though coming of age traditions vary drastically from culture to culture, nearly every society designates specific rituals, ceremonies, and traditions as a way to symbolize and celebrate the transition from child to adult. Here are six of the world’s coolest coming of age traditions that mark the wonderful passage from...

By Kiri Picone • Aug 17, 2013

The World’s Coolest Coming Of Age Traditions

Though coming of age traditions vary drastically from culture to culture, nearly every society designates specific rituals, ceremonies, and traditions as a way to symbolize and celebrate the transition from child to adult. Here are six of the world’s coolest coming of age traditions that mark the wonderful passage from...

By Kiri Picone • August 17, 2013

Five Absolutely Amazing Human Endurance Feats

Amazing Human Endurance Feats: Felix Baumgartner Breaks The Sound Barrier The first in the series of incredible human endurance feats is Felix Baumgartner, a daredevil from Austria, was billed as Fearless Felix after he became the first person to break the sound barrier without vehicular power on October 14th, 2012....

By All That's Interesting • Aug 5, 2013

Five Absolutely Amazing Human Endurance Feats

Amazing Human Endurance Feats: Felix Baumgartner Breaks The Sound Barrier The first in the series of incredible human endurance feats is Felix Baumgartner, a daredevil from Austria, was billed as Fearless Felix after he became the first person to break the sound barrier without vehicular power on October 14th, 2012....

By All That's Interesting • August 5, 2013

Amazing Photographs Of The Summer Of 1969 In New York

While the social changes of the 1960s are often associated with California, New York was undergoing its own change.

By Alexander Baldwin • Jul 30, 2013

Amazing Photographs Of The Summer Of 1969 In New York

While the social changes of the 1960s are often associated with California, New York was undergoing its own change.

By Alexander Baldwin • July 30, 2013

Six Reminders Why You Need To Ground Your Idols

John Lennon: Public Advocate For Peace, Private Wife-Beater Although this public idol is most famous for his songs about love and his anti-war demonstrations, John Lennon’s entire life stands in stark contrast to the peaceful guru who moved millions with his idyllic vision in “Imagine.” The content of the Beatles’...

By All That's Interesting • Jul 26, 2013

Six Reminders Why You Need To Ground Your Idols

John Lennon: Public Advocate For Peace, Private Wife-Beater Although this public idol is most famous for his songs about love and his anti-war demonstrations, John Lennon’s entire life stands in stark contrast to the peaceful guru who moved millions with his idyllic vision in “Imagine.” The content of the Beatles’...

By All That's Interesting • July 26, 2013