Emo kids really have something to cry about now, because it turns out their vision-obscuring haircuts are causing lazy eye:
Optometrists Association of Tasmania education director Andrew Hogan warned that amblyopia, the medical term for lazy eye, can result from obstructed vision caused by hair.’If a young emo chap has a fringe covering one eye all the time, that eye won’t see a lot of detail,” he said. “And if it happens from a young age, that eye can become amblyotic.’
Next we’ll find out that Justin Bieber haircuts are delaying puberty.
(via Geekologie)
Nerdist and Fangoria have teamed up to create Blood & Guts, a new show on the fledgling Nerdist YouTube channel. The show will follow Anthrax founder/horror expert Scott Ian as he unlocks the secrets of special FX makeup, including face wounds, severed arms and zombie pallor from masters such as Greg (The Walking Dead) Nicotero.
“I’ve been neck-deep in blood and guts for the last 30 years playing in Anthrax,” Ian said in a statement, “so I couldn’t be more excited to be hosting a show called ‘Blood & Guts’ for you horror and metal fans.”
As seen above, Ian himself recently donned FX art to become a zombie in a Walking Dead webisode.
(via ComicsBeat)
Google has revealed details about their augmented reality glasses dubbed “Project Glass”, which are currently in development. Reports have it that the glasses will be capable of establishing 3G or 4G wireless connections, providing wearers with real-time information such as weather and transit information, as well as the ability to send messages, take photos, and display the location of nearby friends.
Based on the fact that the glasses still in the concept stage, noting is set in stone. The project can move in several different directions and an official release date is still a long way off. Still, we are officially excited.
Check out the video after the break to learn more.
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Word has it that artist Jacob Patterson will be giving away these “Light Side” custom Ewok Nike shoes which he created for a collaboration between Lipton’s Brisk Iced Tea’s and Star Wars. Although additional details are scarce, we know that the giveaway will go down on May 4th at A Show Called Kicks.
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Coinstar has teamed up with Threadless to sell t-shirts via automated kiosks – just in time for the holiday season. The pilot program offers shirts currently available on the Threadless website, as well as hoodies, totes, water bottles, and onesies sold via credit, debit, and prepaid cards from Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
Currently, only four kiosks are in operation in Chicago, and future expansion plans have not yet been announced. However, if you have a regular old computer you can score Threadless tees the traditional way for 50% off during their holiday promotion. Just use the code “FUZZY 2011″ at checkout.
(Chicagoist via Make)
Here’s great news for slobs: Ross Nanotechnology has created a silicon-based superhydrophobic spray called “NeverWet” that can make liquids and heavy oils “shoot off” anything it’s applied to. In addition, the spray also prevents corrosion and keeps surfaces free of bacteria, making “ovens, toilet plungers and bed pans a cinch to clean”. Project leader Andy Jones stated that the product could also work to protect electronics:
“I sprayed my iPhone with NeverWet, submerged it in a foot of water for 30 minutes, took it out and it was good to go. Jones said.”
Although a release date hasn’t been revealed, Jones said he expects to see some significant product launches in early 2012, which would include the first retail version of NeverWet for use by consumers.
Hit the jump to see NeverWet in action.
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There’s more bad news for the Seattle-based “real-life superhero” known as Phoenix Jones. After being arrested for assault when a group of clubgoers claimed they were pepper sprayed, Phoenix (real name Ben Fodor) was fired from his job working with autistic children and young adults and is no longer allowed to work with children.
“[I now have] a history of interjecting myself into situations that are dangerous.” But, he added, “I would say I have a history of fighting crime. The whole point of what I do is to keep people safe.”
Although Fodor is now without a day job, he indicates that he will continue to operate as Phoenix Jones regardless of his arrest and unmasking.
(PubliCola via CA)
Trevor Prideaux was born without a left arm, and could only use his smartphone when balancing it on his prosthetic arm or putting it on a flat surface. This led him to contact medical experts and communications chiefs at Nokia about creating a special limb that could accommodate his phone. What resulted was a fibreglass and laminate prosthesis which has a special cradle for Trevor’s Nokia C7, allowing him to take calls and text with only one hand.
“The phone slots smoothly and securely within my limb and is easily removable, when required. I think this would help a lot of people with prosthethic arms – especially those who were not born with the disability. People who have had motorbike crashes and soldiers who have lost limbs – they could all benefit from this.”
The prototype limb, which was created in a mere five weeks, is considered groundbreaking. Trevor says: “I think this is the first time this has ever been done in the world – and it is brilliant.” We agree.
(via Telegraph)
Remember this guy… Yeah, well his hanging from a Michigan building with a collapsible baton, pepper spray and weighted gloves stunt recently earned him six months of probation, during which he is not allowed to wear any costumes.
Mark Williams reported that he took refuge on the roof while attempting to evade a group of people who were chasing him. He considers himself a costumed activist and has been involved with a group of like-minded people called The Michigan Protectors, saying that the costumes are intended to draw attention to the cause.
(via i09)
In an effort to provide a broader experience for girls while encouraging them to try new things and learn skills that will enrich their lives, The Girl Scout organization has updated their merit badge system for the first time in 25 years. The move will allow Girl Scouts to earn badges for such modern day skills as Computer Expert, Digital Movie Maker and Locavore as well as a Product Designer badge which encourages them to explore the functionality of design incorporated into objects they use every day. In addition, the Fashion, Fitness and Makeup badge has been renamed “Science of Style”, and focuses on the scientific properties behind things like perfume and sunscreen.
Now all they need to do is update their uber-1970s logo.
(All Things Considered via Yahoo! News via Engadget)
