You might think you've seen everything in the world, but you're sadly mistaken. Most people don't even know the majority of the 1,367,555 non-insect animal species that have been identified in the world today. Here is just a small sample of some of the animals you may have never seen, let alone heard of; #1 Tufted Deer A cross between a saber-tooth tiger and...
The streets of most newer American cities follow very clear East-West and North-South grid patterns, but not here. The streets of Charlotte have some of the most unusual patterns in the world. Our city may seem like a new city, but it actually has a very rich history of Native Americans, famous battles, and gold. We were founded in 1768 (and officially declared independence from England...
Today is Krispee Kreme day!!  The Krispy Kreme Company is now officially 78 years old today, and in celebration, they are selling a dozen glazed donuts for $0.78....well, kind of. If any customer buys a dozen doughnuts at normal price, they can get a second dozen of original glazed for 78 cents. That's 6.5 cents and 190 calories per doughnut. FREE 7-11 Slurpees - For all...
I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free. And I won't forget the ones who died, who gave that right to me. And I gladly stand up next to you, and defend her still today. 'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land. God bless the U.S.A. Here are 17 reasons that I love...
The city of New Orleans is about to permanently removed at least four Confederate monuments from public squares around the city, some residents are enraged while others are elated. Earlier today, Mayor Mitch Landrieu addressed the City Council to announce the removal of Robert E. Lee, PGT Beauregard and Jefferson Davis and the Battle of Liberty Place monument. For many New Orleaners, however,...
A UNCC student is now trying to open the eyes of faculty and students about what he sees as a major flaw in the system. Stephen Coyle spent the entire summer breaking the parking rules to prove a point using pennies. He protested what he is saying many students and school officials are unaware of; the fact that NC...
Jeremy Lin has just announced that he has signed with the Charlotte Hornets, hoping to recapture his world famous "Linsanity" magic. The two year deal between Lin and the Charlotte Hornets was just reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports to be worth $4 million. Last year Lin averaged 11.2 points and 4.6 assists per game in his lone campaign as a Laker. He was apparently a very awkward fit...
After 11 successful years, the Tomato Art Fest is back, and they're now planning more extravagance than ever before. It's proved so popular that it's now one of Nashville's signature events for hip and urban crowds throughout the city. This years festivities will kick off on August 8th with a parade, followed by plenty of concerts on two stages, tons of food trucks,...
The Huvr Team has developed the first real hover board. This is the extended video with new scientific data showing how the Huvr board actually works. “Hovering this way feels like skateboarding in its purest form. Because there's no friction below you it lets you focus on the pure essence - just the movement” TONY HAWK, PRO SKATEBOARDER The Hoverboard is now...
In one of the most revolutionary discoveries of this decade, Toronto University researchers have just invented 'sprayable' solar technology. They have figured out a way to liquify solar cells, then spray them onto thin, flexible surfaces, and install them onto rooftops or any other surface. These new solar surfaces perfectly blend in with any other surface, eliminating the need for bulky or unsightly traditional solar...