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• Amazing Geek Tattoos Spotted At the 2016 San Diego Comic Con
• The Wealthiest Counties in the U.S
• The Unwritten Lady Dwarves Of Middle Earth - Girls Just Want To Have Fun Too!
• Road Tripping Across America As A Muslim Man
• 8 Things You Might Not Know About Harley Quinn
• The Hilarious Pet Contract One Dad Put Together for His Kids
• The Highlight of the Ceremony
• Preparing for the Future
• Gross Bodily Functions Humanity Developed On Purpose
• Behind The Scenes Photos From Pink Floyd's <i>The Wall</i>
• Documentaries That Actually Made A Difference
• The 10 Saddest Cartoon Episodes Ever
• Monster Sculptures So Lifelike They'll Give You Nightmares
• Trenchcoat Detective Agency - Solving Crimes In Style
• Quotes About Goats
• The Joy of Teaching

Amazing Geek Tattoos Spotted At the 2016 San Diego Comic Con Posted: 02 Aug 2016 03:59 AM PDT Geeky people with tattoos tend to have geeky tattoos, so it's no wonder that you can find some amazing geek tattoos at the San Diego Comic Con. Here are a few of the best and coolest tattoos we spotted at the convention. The Sexiest Witch King In Town Even the most dedicated Lord of the Rings fan has probably never seen the Witch-King of Angmar like this. You know what they say -if you've got it, flaunt it. Don't Mess With These Ladies Some girls like princesses that follow all the rules, like Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty, but others like girls who defy authority. That's why she had the princesses Daenerys, Merida and Mulan tattooed on her sleeve. Of course, strong female role models don't end with princesses. These Gotham City femme fatales also belonged to the same woman, Ms. Melissa Romero. All of her work was completed by Steve Rieck, a Las Vegas artist who has a particular interest in doing geeky tattoos. There Couldn't Be a More Fitting Place A comic book cover tattoo on someone at Comic Con? I think he found his true home. With Our Powers Combined You don't want to mess with the superpowered team on this guy's leg. Scary Good Work It takes a lot of dedication to wrap your whole calf muscle with a tribute to a horror movie. So if you're going to put that much time, pain and money into fandom for a movie, it better be good. And this guy chose one of the most beloved horror trilogies ever to decorate his leg, so I think he made the right choice. Old School Horror Matters Then again, there's nothing wrong with the classics either. Out of This World Aliens are always scary, but it's hard not to love them when they're this well done. Gil Macias got this great piece done by Bok. A Stitch in Time As a huge fan of all things Stitch and someone who always cries at the scene where he wanders off in the woods to find his family, this tattoo is my personal favorite. It's GIR-eat When I asked if I could take a picture of this girl's GIR tattoo, she said "absolutely... as long as you take a picture of this one too." I was happy to oblige. The Best Neighbor This gal was wearing a Totoro shirt that perfectly matched her Totoro tattoo. Something tells me she's a fan. One Good Tattoo Deserves Another Here's another lovely lady wearing clothes that match their tattoo perfectly. I think Harley would love that dress. Although this fangirl also has a soft spot for The Nightmare Before Christmas and she has the Pumpkinhead Jack Skellington tattoo to prove it. Wearing Her Burton on Her Sleeve And here's another Tim Burton fan with lovely tributes to The Corpse Bride and Frankenweenie. The Force is Strong With This One The top of this gal's arm featured the Light Side... while the back featured the Dark Side. It's good to know the Force is balanced on her tattoo. Aren't You A Little Cute for A Star Wars Tattoo? Why LEGO Star Wars? Because everything, even Star Wars, is better in LEGO. And below the LEGO tattoo, this girl had a piece that somehow managed to make BB-8 even cuter than he already is naturally. He's No Good to Me Dead If you think it's bad luck to disrupt an Indian burial ground, just wait until you see what happens when you upset a storm trooper burial ground. I don't actually know what would happen, but I'd love to see it. She Wants to be Where the People Are And fortunately for Ariel, all the people are at San Diego Comic Con, so she finally made it. On the down side, Ursula was following close behind her. That's all from this year, but if you haven't got your fill of geeky tattoos, don't miss our article from last year. And if you want to see more coverage from this year's Comic Con, don't miss our cosplay article and even more cosplay featured on Rue The Day.

The Wealthiest Counties in the U.S Posted: 02 Aug 2016 01:59 AM PDT The Code Black Group has a map that shows where the wealthiest and poorest counties in the U.S. are based on the median income for each. What’s even more interesting is the list that accompanies it that has all the counties in the U.S. in rank order. The top eight have median incomes over $100K and five of them are right around the District of Columbia. While the title draws you to focus on the wealthiest, I was surprised to find my county, and most of the counties surrounding mine, in the very bottom twenty. They also did a similar map and ranking of counties by the percentage of the population with a bachelor’s degree, and the lists are a lot alike. -via Digg

The Unwritten Lady Dwarves Of Middle Earth - Girls Just Want To Have Fun Too! Posted: 02 Aug 2016 12:00 AM PDT The Unwritten Lady Dwarves of Middle Earth by geeksweetie The dwarves of Middle Earth are now sung about by bards, they star in tales told around campfires and have entire towns in awe of their might, their bearded faces made famous by their adventures alongside hobbits. But what about those other bearded folk who didn't get to go there and back again? We're talking, of course, about the lady dwarves who were left at home while their men-folk went out and fought a war against Sauron's dark army. When will these bearded women behind the bearded men of the Khazad get to take their fateful journey into the unknown? Show some love for the literary ladies who didn't make it into publication with this The Unwritten Lady Dwarves Of Middle Earth t-shirt by geeksweetie, it'll become your new source of hirsute happiness! Visit geeksweetie's official website, Tumblr and Instagram, then head on over to her NeatoShop for more inspirationally geeky designs: Pun Buns Great Women of Literature Cakespeare's Globe The Library of Dreams View more designs by geeksweetie | More Fantasy T-shirts | New T-Shirts Are you a professional illustrator or T-shirt designer? Let's chat! Sell your designs on the NeatoShop and get featured in front of tons of potential new fans on Neatorama!

Road Tripping Across America As A Muslim Man Posted: 02 Aug 2016 12:00 AM PDT Islamophobia is at an all time high here in America, with the fear of ISIS attacks and terrorist acts on everyone's minds. So imagine what it must be like to be a Muslim man of Arabic descent here in America these days...scary, right? Now imagine what it would be like for this muslim guy to take a road trip across the U.S., stopping off in some of the most hate-filled cities in America while fitting a racial profile. Well, as always America is full of surprises, and even though the media makes us think Vice journalist Abdullah Saeed would be shot on sight in certain states his trip was actually quite pleasant. Bizarre, but pleasant. (NSFW due to language) (YouTube Link) In the summer of 2015 Abdullah Saeed, Wilbert L. Cooper and Martina de Alba went road tripping from L.A. to D.C. in an RV for a show on Viceland called Vice Does America. After watching a few episodes it seems to me like it's a more realistic look at today's America than the news media portrays, with less fear and more brotherhood. Read Road Tripping In America As A Muslim Man here http://www.vice.com/read/road-tripping-in-america-as-a-muslim-man-456

8 Things You Might Not Know About Harley Quinn Posted: 01 Aug 2016 09:59 PM PDT Batman fans are looking forward to the movie Suicide Squad not least because of Harley Quinn, the Joker’s sexy sidekick who became a fan favorite, played by Margot Robbie. The wait will be over this coming weekend, and to get ready for the movie, you might want to brush up on Harley Quinn history and some trivia about the Harley Quinn. She was born on TV, and became a comic book character later on. Originally intended to be nothing beyond a walk-on, Harley (in her typical stubborn fashion) defied expectations. Resonating with viewers and writers alike, Harley earned her own origin story in the now classic Mad Love comic (which was later adapted into an episode of the New Batman Adventures in 1999) and has since become a fan favorite, going on to appear as a side character in a multitude of animated series, features and comics, (e.g. Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Batman: Assault on Arkham, Injustice: Gods Among Us) and been given her own solo runs with heavyweight contributors the likes of Terry Dodson, Karl Kesel and Amanda Conner. Harley just won’t quit. Read the rest of the trivia list about Harley Quinn at Geeks Are Sexy.

The Hilarious Pet Contract One Dad Put Together for His Kids Posted: 01 Aug 2016 07:59 PM PDT Kids love pets, but parents aren't always on board -especially if they think they'll get stuck having to take care of the animal. That's why many families write up pet contracts to help make the children understand all the responsibilities associated with owning a dog or cat. The thing is though, usually they aren't as damn hilarious as this contract. I just hope they don't actually surgically remove its paws.

The Highlight of the Ceremony Posted: 01 Aug 2016 06:00 PM PDT A bride and groom are repeating their wedding vows when those in attendance get a reason to pay attention. (YouTube link) Yes, the flower girl stole the show, which is what you should expect when you put little children in the wedding party. It’s moments like these that make a wedding memorable. -via Tastefully Offensive

Preparing for the Future Posted: 01 Aug 2016 04:00 PM PDT (Bizarro Comics/Dan Piraro) "Certainly, sir. Which 20-year old celebrity would you like to emulate?" Pro tip: get the hairstyle that your grandfather wore at your age and you'll never look ridiculous.

Gross Bodily Functions Humanity Developed On Purpose Posted: 01 Aug 2016 01:59 PM PDT Animals aren't the only ones who have developed gross bodily functions to help keep them safe in various ways- the human animal has evolved some slightly repulsive yet extremely effective tricks too. For example- a new theory suggests teenagers get acne to repel potential mates until they're mature enough to care for their child. (Image Link) There's also a theory that zits make younger males appear to be less of a threat to older males, so they don't get eliminated from the mating game before they've even begun. Those theories may sound like a bit of a stretch, but the theory that contagious vomiting helped prevent mass poisonings sounds like a solid concept to me. So does the idea of humans fainting at the sight of blood to help them survive grievous bodily injury, since our blood pressure and heart rate slow down quite a bit while we're unconscious. Fainting also helped us survive by working as a "play dead" device during our caveman days, making it more likely for an attacker to leave the victim alone after they've passed out due to injury. Read more about 6 Gross Bodily Functions Humanity Developed On Purpose here

Behind The Scenes Photos From Pink Floyd's <i>The Wall</i> Posted: 01 Aug 2016 01:00 PM PDT The music of Pink Floyd has changed so many lives since they made their debut with the seminal psych rock album The Piper at the Gates Of Dawn back in 1967. So when the movie adaptation of The Wall came out in 1982 it naturally touched audiences deeply as well, and Bob Geldof's performance as Pink left us all ready and willing to tear down our walls so we don't self-destruct. But as you can see from these behind-the-scenes photos from The Wall there was a kind of schizophrenic feeling to the production, as if they were making different films with vastly different voices. And yet after watching the film you can see how this filmmaking madness came together as a work of pure genius, and all the production wars were fought for the sake of Pink Floyd fans the world over. See 'The Wall': Stunning Behind-The-Scenes Images From Pink Floyd's Harrowing Cinematic Acid Trip here

Documentaries That Actually Made A Difference Posted: 01 Aug 2016 12:00 PM PDT Documentaries tend to do exactly what their name implies- document some aspect of our lives, typically to illustrate a point or profile a particular person, event or era. This often dry yet information rich form of cinema has proven to be an extremely effective way to sway the public opinion, making soapboxers seem like champions of justice. And yet sometimes soapboxing is a good thing, as it demands people pay attention to an issue in need of repair, which is when documentaries can actually make a difference in the world. (YouTube Link) Remember Blackfish, the documentary that made Sea World's stock plummet? Love or hate the message you must admit the film made good points, and it forced Sea World to change their practices for the sake of mammalian sea life. The Cove similarly shed light on the fact that dolphins were being slaughtered in ridiculously high numbers for no good reason, and since the film's debut the number of dolphins captured annually in Japan has dropped by 75%. But documentaries don't just save animal lives- The Thin Blue Line helped free Randall Dale Adams just days before he was set to die by lethal injection for the murder of a police officer that he didn't commit. (YouTube Link) See 10 Documentaries That Actually Changed Things here

The 10 Saddest Cartoon Episodes Ever Posted: 01 Aug 2016 10:59 AM PDT "Heart of Ice" is often regarded as the greatest episode of Batman: The Animated Series. In this beautifully-directed story, Mr. Freeze is the most sympathetic of Batman villains. (Video Link) It was a wrenching episode ranked among Watch Mojo's grand list of the 10 saddest cartoon episodes ever. Among them are tragedies from The Simpsons, Family Guy, Rugrats, and, most importantly, the Ice King origin story from Adventure Time. In a longer list, I would have included the Exosquad episode "Ultimatum." James Burns, a leader of the Venusian resistence, dies gallantly fighting his own people. James is finally at rest. But now his sister, Nara Burns, has lost her entire family in the war. Later, things get worse for her. -via Geek Tyrant

Monster Sculptures So Lifelike They'll Give You Nightmares Posted: 01 Aug 2016 10:00 AM PDT Most of us outgrow our fear of monsters by the time we're old enough to buy booze, but monsters have the ability to reinvent themselves and scare us when we feel we're beyond being scared of "kid's stuff". These terrifying reinventions are created by hard working monster lovers like Arizona based artist Josh Leichliter, who spend their time creating creatures guaranteed to keep us up at night. Josh's amazing monsters sculptures are head and fangs above the rest in terms of realism, and if their terrifying features don't make you break out in a cold sweat those eyes that seem to stare straight into your soul certainly will. Read Artist Creates Monster Sculptures That Look So Real They Ruined Your Sleep Forever here

Trenchcoat Detective Agency - Solving Crimes In Style Posted: 01 Aug 2016 08:00 AM PDT Trenchcoat Detective Agency by Paulychilds If crimes were committed in a world devoid of detectives the whole place would fall to pieces- literally, because people would be killing each other left and right. Thankfully, we live in a world where crime is countered by great detective work, and many of the televised greats, such as Sherlock, Columbo Poirot and Gene Hunt, share one fashion feature in common- the trenchcoat. It gives the wearer a classic crime fighter look while hiding their criminology supplies, and when they're walking around and the killer's identity suddenly occurs to them the scene just isn't complete without that trenchcoat flapping in the breeze. You could fight crime while wearing something other than a trenchcoat, but you simply would not look as cool! Celebrate your favorite fashionable TV detectives with this Trenchcoat Detective Agency t-shirt by Paulychilds, it'd be a crime not to own it if you're a fan of serial detective shows! Visit Paulychilds's Facebook fan page and Twitter, then head on over to his NeatoShop for more criminally cool designs: Never Gonna Give Up Hope A Bear On TV Tribute: Prince ...And the Gunslinger followed View more designs by Paulychilds | More Funny T-shirts | New T-Shirts Are you a professional illustrator or T-shirt designer? Let's chat! Sell your designs on the NeatoShop and get featured in front of tons of potential new fans on Neatorama!

Quotes About Goats Posted: 01 Aug 2016 08:00 AM PDT The following article is from Uncle John’s Factastic Bathroom Reader. These proverbs date back to a time when the world was more agrarian, but we think they still make a lot of sense… even if they are all about goats. “The more the billy goat stinks, the more the nanny goat loves him.” Belgium “If you put a silk dress on a goat, he’s still a goat.” Ireland “It’s out of ignorance that a goat will attend a leopard’s party.” Africa “The goat must browse where she is tied.” Romania “When you give a friend a goat, you have to let go of the leash.” Kenya “It don’t take a genius to spot a goat in a flock of sheep.” Old West “He who lets the goat be placed on his shoulders will soon have to carry the cow.” Italy “Where there are no sheep they call the goat princess.” Turkey “A man accused of stealing a goat should not entertain his visitors with goat meat.” West Africa “Look for a black goat while it is still daytime.” Nigeria “You are correct, but the goat is mine.” Corsica “The goat that has many owners will be left to die in the sun.” Haiti “Don’t approach a goat from the front, a horse from the back, or a fool from any side.” Russia “Even an old goat likes to lick salt.” Hungary “By candlelight a goat looks like a lady.” France “If wisdom were measured by the size of the beard, the goat would be a philosopher.” Denmark “A man and a goat may be friends, but don’t expect the goat to pay the first visit.” West Africa “If you’re short of trouble, take a goat.” Finland _______________________________ The article above is reprinted with permission from Uncle John’s Factastic Bathroom Reader. The 28th volume of the series is chock-full of fascinating stories and facts, and comes in both the Kindle version and paper with a classy cloth cover. Since 1988, the Bathroom Reader Institute had published a series of popular books containing irresistible bits of trivia and obscure yet fascinating facts. If you like Neatorama, you'll love the Bathroom Reader Institute's books - go ahead and check 'em out!

The Joy of Teaching Posted: 01 Aug 2016 05:59 AM PDT (Imogen Quest/Olivia Walch) To fill young minds with a passion for learning and a fire to empower your conquest of the world is the bliss of the teacher. Embrace the challenge of teaching by building fail-safes into your doomsday devices so that they can never be used against you.

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