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April 3, 2019

Funny Japanese Monster Figurines Apologize For the Destruction They’ve Caused

Apologizing is considered an important part of Japanese culture, but it’s about more than just saying sorry. Showing remorse shows a person’s ability to reflect, be polite, and show respect to others. Combining the art of the apology with the Japanese love of kaiju (giant monsters in films), Gachapon World released a series of funny figurines depicting Japanese monsters humbly apologizing for the damage they’ve caused.

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February 12, 2019

Library Receives Book Return From Patron That’s 73 Years Overdue

Have you ever owed a library an overdue book? If so, you likely ended up returning it after a few days, weeks, or,—in seemingly extreme cases—months. While librarians are undoubtedly used to dealing with books past their due date, no one at Silver Spring Library in Maryland could have anticipated one of their latest acquisitions: a book that was checked out in 1946.

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January 24, 2019

Punny Illustrations of ‘Moody Animals’ Will Leave You Paws-itively Smiling

When you’re feeling low, sometimes all you need is a laugh. And if you love a good pun, Lim Heng Swee’s hilarious illustrations are sure to cheer you up. The Malaysian artist’s series, Moody Animals, personifies cows, pigs, rabbits, and more furry friends accompanied by witty captions. Swee draws each fed-up-looking animal lazily slumped on the floor in his distinct bold black outline style.

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January 8, 2019

60+ Funny Valentine’s Day Cards That’ll Make That Special Someone Smile

With Valentine’s Day sneaking up, it’s time to start thinking about the perfect card to give to that special someone. Sure, chocolate and roses are old classics, but often it’s the card included that makes the lasting impression. So, what’s the best route to take? Heartfelt and sweet? Romantic and sexy? Or something to get your mate chuckling?

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