7 ‘Star Wars’ Facts That Are Out of This World

The Star Wars universe just keeps getting bigger. That’s right, it ain’t just about the classics anymore.

Today, a whole new generation is being introduced to the classic films as well as the new entries in the series. Not to mention the TV shows, books, toys… the list goes on and on.

Enjoy these facts about one of the most successful film franchises of all time.

1. With or without Han

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2. Help out the kids!

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3. A great name

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4. Don’t shoot!

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5. Chewy

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6. That’s a lotta cash

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Also, check out this graph:

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7. Times have changed…

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10 Interesting Facts About the Past and Present of Film

For over 100 years, movies have been a part of the human experience. We use them as a way to escape, a way to tell stories, and a way to come together as people.

Take a look at these facts about the silver screen to brush up on your film history.

1. Art imitating life

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2.The master of horror

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3. He got punk’d

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4. Authentic

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5. Zootopia

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6. It’s all connected

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7. Cowboys

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8. Time capsule

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9. Censorship

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10. Movie magic

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6+ Amazing Penis Facts

Want to know some facts about penises but don’t want to Google “penis facts?” We’ve got you covered!

Here you go!

1. Did you know this?

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2. Penised!

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3. Boner

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4. Ouch…

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5. Interesting

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6. Sex curse

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7. Jumbo

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7+ Totally Chill Facts About Snow

Snow is fun! Well… in moderation, at least.

We can all agree that watching snow fall outside while curled up by a cozy fire is nice, but I don’t think anyone is a fan of scraping ice off of a car windshield at 5 am.

Take a look at these cool facts about snow, whether you love it or hate it.

1. Survival

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2. Don’t do it

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3. Nice and quiet

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4. When the snow melts

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5. Time to clean up

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6. Giving back

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7. Beautiful

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8. Wow, look at that

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15 Things They Do Differently in the “Land Down Under”

Even if you’ve never visited Australia, you’ve probably got a rough idea of what it’s like: Kangaroos, the Sydney Opera House, and hot weather. But what you might not know is that a visit to the “Land Down Under” is actually like stepping into another world.

It’s true – from the animals to the food, people, and landscape, Australia isn’t like any other place on earth.

#15. They talk differently.

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It’s known as Ozenglish (because people refer to Australia as “Oz”), and it’s sort of the same but sort of not. Here are some examples:

Australia = Straya
Mosquitoes = Mozzies
Definitely = Defo
Afternoon = Arvo

And make sure you greet everyone with a relaxed “G’day, mate!”

#14. Their failed police dogs get cush jobs.

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Gavel, a German Shephard who crashed and burned at police dog training because he was too friendly, is now Queensland’s first Vice-Regal Dog. What’s that? Well, he works at the Government House greeting visitors and in general enjoying life.

#13. They celebrate the Queen’s birthday when they damn well feel like it.

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The Queen of England is still technically lording it over Australia, but even though her actual birthday is in April, most Australian states celebrate it sometime in the fall – because there are other holidays in April and they needed a break in the fall.

Touche.

#12. Their killer beaches.

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If you wanted to visit one Australian beach a day, it would take you almost 30 years to see them all. 4 out of 5 Aussies lives less than 50km from a coast. That sounds awesome!

#11. Wallabies.

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Australia is home to several strange (to us) species of animals, and wallabies are no exception! These aren’t actually tiny kangaroos but an entirely different species – one that enjoys opium, which is legally grown in Australia.

The wallabies go into poppy fields and run around in circles, according to farmers who observe the behavior.

#10. Pavlova.

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This is a cake popular in Australia and New Zealand. It’s made with meringue and topped with cream and fresh fruit and was named after the famous Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova (because it’s as light as she danced).

#9. They have wild camels.

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When you think of camels, your mind probably goes to the Middle East, but there are approximately 750,000 camels wandering around the Australian outback. They took well to their adopted homeland after being imported in the 19th century to help move heavy loads.

#8. The sheep are everywhere.

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Australia is home to 72 million sheep. It’s a great place to get a lamb dinner, consequently, if you’re into that sort of thing.

#7. They have a pink lake.

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This pink lake is a top tourist destination, and even though the color is a bit of a mystery, scientists believe a bacteria (not microalgae) causes the salty water in Lake Hillier to take on the bright pink hue.

#6. Thongs.

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No, not the swimsuit kind – the kind we now call “flip-flops” in the U.S. It’s virtually never cold there so to Aussies, thongs are year-round, all-occasion footwear.

#5. The wombat.

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This funny-looking marsupial is native to Australia and doesn’t spring up indigenously anywhere else. Even with their short legs and labored gate, they can spring up to 25 miles per hour – I sure would like to see that!

#4. The snakes.

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Australia is home to 21 of the 25 most deadly venomous snakes in the world, but only about 2 people a year die from snakebites – and those are usually people trying to kill or catch the snake in the first place. They may seem terrifying, but the answer seems to be to leave them in peace.

Unless they’re trying to eat your little dog or something. And maybe even then, depending on how much you like your dog.

#3. Including giant pythons.

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But don’t worry – even though statistics say nearly 80% of houses in some provinces have a python living nearby, they mostly eat mice and rats (that’s a good thing!) and then just hang around digesting for months.

#2. Stromatolites.

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These are the oldest and largest living fossils on earth and are made up of microbial deposits of blue-green algae.

#1. Uluru

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It sounds alien, and this well-known massive rock looks like it belongs on another planet, as well. It’s around 600 million years old and changes colors depending on the time of day and year, ranging from a greyish-pink to a bright red. Some people think it resembles an elephant sleeping on its side.

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12 Internet Myths That Should Be Put to an End

The internet is great at spreading information very quickly. When the information is true, that’s a good thing, but when the information is false, like an old myth or hoax, then it can be dangerous and downright annoying. Below are 12 internet myths that just won’t seem to go away – even though they need to, because they’re 100% untrue.

#12. James Earl Jones had to wear his Darth Vader costume in order to get into “white only” clubs in London.

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First of all, there were no “white only” clubs in London in 1979, when this image was taken. Second, Mark Hamill confirms that Jones actually never wore the costume, in or out of the studio, because he only voiced the character.

#11. Arnold Schwarzenegger had to spend the night outside when he couldn’t find a hotel room.

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I don’t know who believes this – the act himself posted the photo of himself “sleeping” under a statue of him as a younger man with the caption “how times have changed.”

Someone else stole it and made up the story.

#10. Nikola Tesla was a swimming instructor.

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Sure, the guy in this photo looks like Tesla, but given that it was taken in 1898 (when Tesla was in his 40s and doing quite well as far as cash) it seems like nothing more than a case of mistaken identity. Unless you believe in time travel, I guess.

#9. This description of how a wolf pack travels.

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Someone just made it up. Chadden Hunter, who took the photo, explained that this is simply how a pack hunts a bison, and the wolf in the front is the alpha, not the old and weak.

#8. Barack Obama posed with a sleeping guy on the subway.

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Cute, but fake. It’s a clever merge of two photographs.

#7. The “ancient astronaut” on the wall of a 16th-century cathedral in Spain.

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Well…except the cathedral was restored in 1992 by artist Jeronimo Garcia, who decided to add a few nods to the 20tth century. In addition to the astronaut, there’s also this faun holding an ice cream cone.

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#6. The female wolf protects the male in a fight.

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This caption claims that the female wolf pretends to be scared but is really protecting the male’s throat. Not true, says photographer Jean Paul – she simply captured a moment when one of the wolves jumped back (and all of the wolves are likely male).

#5. Melania Trump’s grandmother was a Soviet pilot.

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Not only is Melania Trump originally from Slovenia, not Russia, but the photo is of actress Janet Leigh playing a Soviet spy in Jet Pilot, a 1950s film.

#4. The giant hornet is literally a giant.

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This image has of the insect has been floating around for a while now, and while the description of the hornet’s sting (like a hot nail) and the number of deaths it can cause in a year are true, the size is definitely not. The one in the picture is a 3D model. Here’s what it actually looks like (still terrifying, if you ask me):

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#3. A crazy Russian sunset.

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This popular “not Photoshopped” image is…sort of telling the truth. Except it’s two non-Photoshopped images put together – the sky was taken from Dutch photographer Marieke Mandemaker and put behind a photo of Moscow’s Krymsky Bridge.

#2. Cars in the States are melting because of the heat.

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They are melting, but it’s because of a nearby fire and not the heat. Not today, anyway.

#1. This image of a whale that died from eating ocean trash.

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Though plenty of ocean animals are killed by pollution and garbage every year, this particular image is an art installation created by Greenpeace and displayed in the Philippines.

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These 12 Kitchen Products Are Worth Splurging On

Everyone likes a cool, new gadget, but how do you know whether or not something is actually useful or just a shiny piece of junk?

These 12 kitchen products have been tested and loved, though, and people really think they’re worth the money. In the end, you’ll still have to decide, so check them out and start thinking!

#12. A Brita water pitcher

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If you don’t have a fridge that offers filtered water, this pitcher is awesome and your water is always chilled.

#11. An electric can opener

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Have you ever cursed out your regular can opener? Just me? You need one.

#10. A KitchenAid Stand Mixer

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Yes, they’re pricey. But yes, if you’re someone who bakes regularly, you’ll also use it on a weekly basis and it makes your life so much easier.

#9. A soda maker

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If you love La Croix but are going broke feeding your habit, this might be the investment for you.

#8. Stainless steel cookware

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If you’ve never tried it, here’s why you should – and you’ll never go back to any other kind of cookware, either. It’s an investment, but if you spend time in the kitchen, it’s worth it!

#7. The Instant Pot

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You’ve seen your friends talking about these, no doubt, and trying their best to grab one on sale. The reason? You can cook your entire dinner in one pot, from frozen, in like 30 minutes. A must for busy parents who still want to cook healthy at home.

#6. Electric kettle.

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If you’re over your Keurig and have gone to a French press or Aeropress (love both), or if you just prefer tea to coffee, why haven’t you already bought an electric kettle? They make pretty ones these days, too.

#5. Professional Blender

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Make your daily smoothie from the comfort of your own home!

#4. Frozen Yogurt + Ice Cream Maker

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Because we all have both kinds of people in our lives, and everyone needs a treat now and then. If you’re a family who eats ice cream on a weekly basis, this beauty will make it fresh and delicious in less than 20 minutes.

#3. A vacuum sealer

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If you’re someone who sees a good deal and buys in bulk, you’ll need to invest in one of these to make sure your food tastes as good coming out of the freezer as it did going in. Trust me.

#2. These amazing mixing bowls

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They’re stainless steel, are different sizes, have lids, and have built in graters. I mean. What?

#1. A good food processor.

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Once again, if you’re not someone who cooks regularly, then this would just take up counter and/or storage space but if you do, it’s an investment that’s going to make your life a whole lot easier.

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These 10 Cost-Saving Home Hacks Really Work

The internet is full of hacks for your home that claim to save you all kinds of time and money, but how many of them actually work? Who knows? But I’m happy to report that these 10 tips definitely have some potential – and they’ve been tried and endorsed by the people who shared them!

#10. An easy fix for a stinky house.

Teenagers, dogs, someone cooked eggs that morning…there are a hundred reasons your house might get a bit of a funk to it. Alternatively, if your house is on the market, they say to have it smelling homey and like baked goods to draw in buyers.

The solution? A drop of vanilla extract rubbed on your light bulbs. Mmmmmm.

#9. Save toilet paper.

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If you’ve got a small child, you’ve got a problem with wasted toilet paper. But if you simply bend the roll into an oval shape, it will squish up against the wall and your tyke won’t be able to pull the entire roll loose in one go.

Seriously! So simple.

#8. Inventory your freezer.

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You can write right on the outside with a dry erase marker, then erase when you take something out. What a genius way to stop yourself from buying stuff you have or digging through looking for that package of steaks you’re “sure” are still in there!

#7. Foil those annoyingly sticky stickers once and for all.

In the day and age of the easy peel-off price tags, I’ll never know why some companies still want to drive us mad with the old kind that refuse to come all the way off and leave a sticky residue behind when they do. But now, you’ve got an easy fix – a paper towel and some hand sanitizer.

Done and done.

#6. Implement the “1-minute rule.”

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If something is going to take you less than a minute, do it now. This will help keep your house tidy and keep your to-do list from piling up!

#5. Ditch your iron, but still have smooth clothes.

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Just pop a couple of ice cubes in the dryer with your clothes, and voila! Lazy and chic.

#4. Bra. Hooks.

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These will change your life – bras don’t fit in drawers and they don’t belong in drawers. Hang some cheap, simple hooks on the back side of your closet doors instead and watch your life transform for $5.

#3. Organize your cleaning supplies.

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This see-through plastic shoe organizer makes your things easy to see and grab – way better than a dark cabinet you have to bend down to get to, if you ask me.

#2. Freshen your drawers.

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You know how candles burn low and it’s hard to get them to light and stay lit, but they still smell good? Yes? Take those beloved scents and stick them in the backs of your drawers and into your linen closets to keep those spaces smelling great.

#1. Those pesky, tiny ants.

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Soak cotton balls in peppermint oil and place them in crevices and along windows, etc, where ants and spiders tend to worm their way inside – you’ll thank m, because those little ants are just the worst to get rid of!

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These 10+ Tumblr Posts Will Brighten Your Spirits

Let’s be honest, this world can be pretty crazy sometimes. That’s why we all could use a little reminder that we’re on the right path and that life is going to be okay.

That why these Tumblr posts exist.

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