In ancient Rome, “sudden death” was actually sudden death ;)
Given the stakes, I’m surprised there wasn’t more cheating in the Colosseum. Sand-kicking and whatnot. They had nothing to lose. What could the ref do? Give the other guy a penalty stab?
(Pointless trivia: the murmillo vs retiarius match-up was popularized by this classic painting.)
Did you know that earthworms can clone themselves? Combine that with their legendary healing factor and we’re left with one simple question:
When will they take over the world?
Too bad I couldn’t find a clip of this…
[A ninja with a sword passes by]
Marshall: Who’s that guy?
Barney: He doesn’t work here. I think we should leave the building.
Marshall: Really?
Barney: This has happened before.
— How I Met Your Mother, “Mosbius Designs” (source)
Somebody should make a site for Bunsen burner recipes. You know, for the hungry chemist on the go. Maybe an Erlenmeyer soufflé or something.
(No, molecular gastronomy doesn’t count.)
On a completely different note: s’mores!
Have I mentioned I’m on Twitter? No? Well, it’s no big deal. Nothing to see there.
Remember Hook ? Captain Hook had a whole range of accessories (including a baseball glove) to replace his left hand/stump. Best part of the movie ;)
The presents will have to be tiny.
