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vineri, 24 februarie 2012

Damn Cool Pics

Nicki Minaj Before She Was Famous
30 Really Funny YouTube Comments
Volkswagen Imperial AT-AT Walker
The Brands We Drive [infographic]
Batman's Night Out in Toronto
3D Pedestal Street Art by e1000
Credit Unions vs. Big Banks [Infographic]

Posted: 24 Feb 2012 06:20 PM PST

An unreleased Nicki Minaj music video called "Dirty Money" hit the web, giving a taste of her old school style before the fame. The clip displays Ms. Minaj strolling down the streets of Queens and offering her "Dirty Money" freestyle.

This was shot back in 2006, before Nicki Minaj was famous! I miss this Nicki.

30 Really Funny YouTube Comments

Posted: 24 Feb 2012 03:14 PM PST

YouTube is one of the best sites to find all sorts of entertainment. From movies to music and silly clips of people doing what people do best, YouTube is a home-like place for millions. Of those millions, some actually comment on the content posted at the site leaving trails of tears born from hilarious laughter. Enjoy a fresh collection of YouTube's finest for you.

Volkswagen Imperial AT-AT Walker

Posted: 24 Feb 2012 03:01 PM PST

This Volkswagen AT-AT Microbus sculpture was spotted by tech journalist Jack Schofield. While the exact origin of this elephant-like monstrosity hasn't yet been discovered, it's definitely fun to look at. If the photo is accurate, then someone has built a huge sculpture that features a VW bus that's been modified to walk on AT-AT legs. The best use I've ever seen for a VW bus!

Via: nerdapproved

The Brands We Drive [infographic]

Posted: 24 Feb 2012 02:54 PM PST

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The United States is home to the largest passenger vehicle market of any country. According to the most recent data from The U.S. Department of Transportation and The U.S. Bureau of Transit Statistics, there are currently over 254 million registered passenger vehicles on American roads, and each year an average of 16.7 million new cars are sold.

To gain a better understanding on the current state of the American consumers' relationship with their automobile, AYTM conducted DIY market research. The highlights of there discoveries are encapsulated in this infographic:

More Infographics.

Batman's Night Out in Toronto

Posted: 23 Feb 2012 10:44 PM PST

The Sean Ward Show set out to make a "Shit Batman Says" video on the streets of Toronto with Toronto Batman but ended up with something much better, Batman's Night Out. The Toronto Batman knows the best way to find villains is to scream at everyone in general.

3D Pedestal Street Art by e1000

Posted: 23 Feb 2012 09:16 PM PST

Spanish street artist e1000, painted a 3D pedestal protruding from the sidewalk of Paseo de Santa María de la Cabeza in Madrid. It gives the illusion (when seen from above street level) of a pedestal emanating from the street. Passersby, unknowingly, suddenly appear to be elevated in a statuesque manner.

Via: escritoenlapared

Credit Unions vs. Big Banks [Infographic]

Posted: 23 Feb 2012 08:38 PM PST

Recent controversy around large corporate banks has brought renewed attention to credit unions. While both offer a variety of financial services and products, there are many differences in terms of the ways these institutions serve and satisfy their customers. For a closer look at their individual strengths and weaknesses, IBM Southeast Employees' Federal Credit Union created this informative infographic that explores their technical differences in regard to checking, savings and loans, as well as their diverse approaches to customer service to help consumers determine which is in their best interest.