On March 18, 1944, a Finnish ski patrol troop was ambushed behind Russian lines. They managed to flee during the ensuing battle, but the Russian forces pursued them, resulting in a classic ski pursuit. The odds were stacked against the fleeing Finn, who was still deep in enemy territory. Aimo Koivunen, a Finnish soldier, was fatigued when he realized he had the entire … [Read more...] about The Finnish Soldier Who Stole His Entire Troop’s Methamphetamine Supply While Skiing Away From The Russians
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Amazing Metallic Bird Sculptures Made from Vintage Typewriter Parts by Jeremy Mayer
The idea that typewriters can only produce written work is contested by Jeremy Mayer. The artist searches local Bay Area stores and garbage bins for analog processors that are in need of repair, which he then disassembles, sorts, and reassembles into metallic sculptures. He has also created anatomical recreations, symmetrical assemblages, and an ongoing series of birds, the … [Read more...] about Amazing Metallic Bird Sculptures Made from Vintage Typewriter Parts by Jeremy Mayer
Bears in Alaska Surprisingly Trail Meter-Long Tapeworms From Their Butts
Bigger bodies have more inside space, and it appears that Alaskan bears' advanced stature gives their bodies ideal locations for some really massive tapeworms. You could wonder, "How do we know this? ". Unfortunately, it's not even that unusual, so trail cameras and wildlife photographers have captured plenty of images. Director of science communications for The Nature … [Read more...] about Bears in Alaska Surprisingly Trail Meter-Long Tapeworms From Their Butts
Mysterious Metallic Orb Discovered in Mexico After “Falling From The Sky”
Fans of weird metal bits rejoice: a large metal ball has been discovered in Mexico, raising speculation that it is part of an extraterrestrial spaceship (as well as some much more grounded guesswork). The orb, which meteorologist Isidro Cano characterized as "a very hard plastic or an alloy of many metals" in a Facebook post, appeared on the top of a tree just north of … [Read more...] about Mysterious Metallic Orb Discovered in Mexico After “Falling From The Sky”
Woman Protects Best Friend From Devastating Floods Using Plastic Container
“I was more worried [about] losing her in the water than myself.” Sandy, Chloe Adams' childhood dog, and she had just a few minutes to find out how to escape the advancing floodwaters. They would have to swim from their home to a neighbor's rooftop in order to reach safety. Her older dog couldn't swim since the water was chilly and had a little current. According to … [Read more...] about Woman Protects Best Friend From Devastating Floods Using Plastic Container