You can find just about every kind of cell phone part imaginable in China, so how hard could it be to make one from scratch? Read more: http://www.wimp.com/guy-makes-his-own-iphone-from-individual-parts-bought-on-chinese-marketplaces/
An enormous oil rig became detached from its tugboat and ran ashore after massive storms hit Scotland. We don’t know a lot about oil rigs, but we’re pretty sure they’re not supposed to get this close to land. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/oil-rig-runs-aground-in-scotland/
For years, people have associated names like “Tiffany” and “Van Cleef” with the best diamonds in the world… Read more: http://www.wimp.com/hidden-cam-diamond-markups-exposed-at-tiffany-cartier-and-others/
From body armor to artificial limbs, this carbon nanotube muscle holds unlimited potential for the future of science. It’s stronger than steel, yet capable of lightly floating through the air. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/check-out-this-nanotube-wire-that-floats-into-thin-air/
This past July, University of Nebraska punter Sam Foltz passed away in a car accident. So, when it came time for the first punt of the season on Saturday, the Nebraska football players decided to pay a touching tribute to their late teammate. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/football-players-pay-tribute-to-their-lost-teammate/
Many television shows attempt to provide an accurate depiction of hacking. Most, unfortunately, end up with something so over-the-top and ridiculous that it looks more like a video game than something a hacker would actually do. Surprisingly, one of the most accurate hacking scenes in TV history comes from a children’s cartoon called The Amazing World of Gumball. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/how-hacking-actually-works/
Hamish and Andy are a pair of beloved Australian comedians and radio hosts who are known for their fun and clever pranks. Watch what happens when the two of them go undercover as gorillas at a zoo. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/2-australian-radio-hosts-pretend-to-be-gorillas-at-the-zoo/
Police officers spend years learning how to make the world a safer place. They must be in peak condition, both physically and mentally, in order to keep our society functioning. But, while they certainly have a lot of know-how when it comes to tracking down criminals, that doesn’t mean they aren’t above getting some help from the average citizen. After all, making sure our society is a safe place for everyone to live requires a group effort. No matter how young or old you are, there is something you can do to improve the lives of those around you. If you’re wondering what a child could do to make a difference, just ask the “Tremendous Twelve” of Surrey, England. These youngsters, all between the ages of six and 12, were out for an Easter egg hunt when they spotted a police helicopter overhead. Moments later, a strange man took off running across the field, appearing to be making a break for the woods on the other side. What happened next is a moment of quick thinking that’d make even the most experienced crime fighter proud. Listen to the events as described by one of the children, a nine-year-old girl, who took part in the heroic stunt. She begins by describing the moment the police helicopter flew overhead: “It was really noisy and we could see it said ‘Police’ on the bottom. Then we saw a man running along the side of the field. We could see him but the helicopter couldn’t because it was hovering over the woods. We saw the man take his jumper off and put it around his head. Then he dropped it and ran off into the woods and we pointed and shouted at the helicopter, ‘He’s gone that way!’ ‘But the helicopter looked like it was pointing in the opposite direction. Then two of my friends said, ‘Let’s get into an arrow’ and we got into position on the ground.” And make an arrow is exactly what they did! The officers manning the helicopter were a little confused at first, thinking it to be some sort of prank, but they soon realized that these children were providing them with valuable information. The police followed their directions and were able to locate and apprehend the two suspects who were fleeing into the woods. A few minutes later, the officers landed their helicopter in the field and praised the children’s quick thinking. Many people have compared the 12 kids to Mystery Inc. from Scooby Doo, and they even have a trusty dog named Molly by their side! As if these guys weren’t heroic enough, the egg hunt they were participating in that day was raising money for childhood leukemia. This just goes to show that heroes can come in every size. Check out this video to see some footage from inside the helicopter as it spotted the arrow: Don’t forget to SHARE this story of pint-sized justice with your family and friends! H/T: JumbleJoy | Daily Mail Read more: […]
Although calling 911 isn’t the only way your phone can be crucial in a health emergency, it’s probably the most likely. That’s why, as this brave caller illustrates, it’s vital that children know that all-important three digit phone number. But what else should kids know, in case of emergency? Start small by teaching them about natural hazards that could occur, especially those that are common in your area. Make an emergency family plan and go over it so they know what will happen. It also doesn’t hurt to prepare an emergency kit together, showing them where it’s stored. Most importantly, acknowledge any fears these talks may bring up and talk them through before a real emergency happens. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/emma-bazzard-emergency-ambulance-call-mom-fell/
Don’t worry, he doesn’t actually use the baby as a sponge… Read more: http://www.wimp.com/dad-shows-us-how-to-wash-a-car-with-a-baby/