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If there were to be another mini ice age, sights like this frozen lighthouse on Lake Eerie would be a common sight. The images above are from the winter of 2010, when temperatures dropped to all-time lows. Continue reading for two videos and more pictures.

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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3CK is touted as the world's smallest and lightest micro four thirds camera. It "provides a traditional DSLR-like experience without the need for complicated external mode dials, yet provides intuitive and quick access to common modes like Program, Shutter and Aperture Priority, Manual via a touch-enabled LCD that operates much like a smart phone." This camera is being liquidated for just $314 shipped, today only, originally priced at $699.95. Product page. Continue reading for a hands-on video preview of this camera.

Thanks to a 6400 ISO, the DMC-GF3 shoots well under low light even without a flash. But there are times when a flash provides desired enhancements. So, like most DSLRs, the DMC-GF3 provides a built -in pop-up flash for added light during low-light shooting. LUMIX G Series Compact System Cameras utilize the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) System lens mount. The LUMIX G MFT System offers a selection of 12 high performance fixed focal length and variable aperture G Vario zooms, including a highly versatile 3D lens capable of capturing both 2D and 3D images at the same time.
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More than just a model, this 2800-piece LEGO Land Rover Defender 100 by "Sheepo" actually works. Made with 2800-pieces, "it has fully functional steering, a five-speed transmission with reverse, two-wheel and four-wheel drive modes for serious off-roading, full suspension, and working disc brakes on every wheel." Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.

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There's already Vanish, the underwater roller coaster in Japan, now check out these ten awesome underwater structures that could exist in the near future. They include: a self-contained city, floating skyscraper, and more. Continue reading to see them all - includes bonus videos.

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Yes, the photo above is actually of a solar eclipse, an annular solar eclipse to be exact, and not a computer-rendered scene. To capture this stunning image, photography "nethskie" used a high magnification long focus lens (70-200 mm for a 35 mm camera). Continue reading more pictures, tips on how to view this weekend's solar eclipse, and additional information

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Artist Juan Manuel Urbina shows us what "The Avengers" would look like if Pixar drew them based on existing characters from their movies. We have to say, Sully from Monsters Inc. does pull off a great Hulk. Click here to view the first image in today's viral picture gallery. Continue reading for a video of a holographic LEGO Star Wars display.

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Another day, another batch of geeky Facebook Timeline covers. Unlike the others, however, these five examples think outside the box, and we don't mean the stuff Amazon ships your goodies in. First up, we have a Star Wars-inspired cover that isn't what you'd expect. Continue reading to see them all.

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Even the most basic of things, like the flickering lights of a bustling city, look totally different when viewed from above, and that's why we've rounded up some of the most stunning examples of bird's-eye view photography for your viewing pleasure. Click here to view the first image in this gallery. Continue reading for a video of a surreal roll cloud.

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Most helicopters are boring (news traffic, etc.), but these three futuristic helicopters are not. While helicopters are smaller than its fixed-wing counterpart, they definitely do not lack in fun factor. Continue reading to see more.

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A bento box simply refers to a single-portion homemade or take-out meal that consists of rice, meat or fish, and vegetables in a square container. They are readily available throughout Japan in convenience stores, bento shops, train stations, and even some department stores. We've rounded up ten ultra creative and geeky examples for your viewing pleasure. Continue reading to see them all.

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