You’re tired. You’re hungry. You don’t really want to go to a sit down restaurant because it takes too long to order and eat. So what do you decide to do instead? Call up your favorite place for pick-up. Why not? It’s only around the block. However, before you sit down and enjoy... 

The human body and mind are powerful things. There are things that humans are capable of that defy science, logic, and reasoning. Here are 5 such people that have amazing abilities. 1.) The Iceman – Wim Hof Wim Hof is a 48-year-old Dutch man. He holds the world ice endurance record by standing... 

Life is moving at such a fast pace. Technology changes everyday. Something you buy today will become obsolete the moment you walk out of the store. Here are 8 things that will disappear by the year 2020. 1.) Landline Phones With cell phones, the internet, and video conferencing, who really needs a landline?... 

We’ve all seen a person on the side of the road or on the sidewalk holding up a cardboard sign. Most of the time, the sign is asking for food or money. There have been some signs, though, that have been creative and funny. Here are 26 such signs.  Read More →

Exams are usually a barometer of how well students are grasping the material. Students study tirelessly to get a good grade on the exam and pass the class (or to get college credit) – most of the time. However, there are times when, no matter how hard someone studies, they are just not going to... 

Telephone numbers have been around since before the turn of the 19th century. With the addition of cell phones, there are now billion of numbers and combinations worldwide. Among those billions of numbers though, 6 of them have managed to become famous. 1.) 9-1-1 (Emergency Services) The number 9-1-1... 

Benjamin Franklin once said, “Money never made a man happy yet, nor will it. The more a man has, the more he wants. Instead of filling a vacuum, it makes one.” There is no doubt that these 8 people would agree with that quote. Each of them won millions of dollars playing the lottery, only... 

Over 200 people voted in the end of 2009 polls! After crunching some numbers, here are the results of what you guys thought about the year 2009 (no recount necessary): Best Movie of 2009 - The Hangover (45%) Second place - Up (27%) Best Video Game of 2009 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (62%) Second... 

Technology is a wonderful thing. It makes our lives easier and encourages innovation. Too lazy to change the channel on the TV? That’s what the remote is for. Too impatient to wait for that food to cook? That’s what the microwave is for. But alas, we must be careful. Technology can also... 

Throughout history, there are always things that capture the imagination. From promises of unimaginable riches to the quest of never-ending knowledge, history has had its fair share of things that have rumored to exist, but have not yet been found or proved. Here are 6 things that have been elusive: 1.)... 

Here at The Blogington, I feel as if there’s not enough articles about travel and since winter is approaching (in the Northern Hemisphere) and temperatures are plummeting, there’s no better time to introduce the 5 hottest places on earth. If you’re in the winter spirit, please read... 

In today’s society, everyone wants to make a quick, easy fortune. There’s no better way to do that than to sue someone of course! Here are some of the most ridiculous lawsuits that have ever been served. 1.) Peters vs. Universal Studios Every year, the Universal Studios theme park in Orlando,... 

The media is always looking for the next breaking news story. Local people become instant media stars and celebrities who no one cared about become famous for doing nothing. Here are 7 ways for you to get your 15 minutes of fame. 1.) Have a lot of kids, preferably all at once The world has an obsession... 

After growing up and dealing with lies your parents told you, next up is college. College is an institute for higher learning. Many say that college is the best experience that you can have in your life. High school seniors across the country worry about being accepted into their #1 school of choice.... 

Mascots are usually the human embodiment of a brand. It is a way for everyone to connect with a brand in their own way through the mascot. As we all know though, sometimes mascots for brands just don’t make sense. Other times, the mascot makes us not want to buy the brand because the mascot is... 

Sometimes the worst thing about growing up is having to deal with your evil sibling(s). For the older one, it’s a chance to impart wisdom and advice over the younger…or to ruin things for the younger one when they become older. For the younger one, it’s a chance to show up the older... 

Growing up is a difficult thing to do. You have to deal with things like puberty, school, bullies, evil siblings and of course, parents! Parents were there to guide us along the path of life, but along the way, they had some decisions to make.  We were curious beings, asking questions about anything... 

Are you feeling the heat wave sweeping across the nation this summer? Are you tired of having to endure temperatures of over 100+ degrees Fahrenheit? Well, today is your lucky day! There are plenty of places around the world where you can go and cool off, and even freeze over if that’s your cup...