Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Origin, history, quotes, poetry, videos, and how to make your own green beer.

Fifteen last survivors of famous events.

What happened to the Ringwraiths once the Ruling Ring was destroyed in the Lord of the Rings books?

Slow-motion video of stuff bouncing off gelatin.

What is the average temperature of all water on the Earth’s surface?

Thirty-plus of the weirdest children’s books ever. It’s is an open list, so you can add your own.

ICYMI, last Tuesday’s links are here, and include Chuck Norris’s 75th birthday, Pop Rocks recipes, photo-contest winners, and why people want to eat babies.