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Twiggy, The Water Skiing Squirrel(s)

We have heard of rodeo monkeys and even pigs who impersonate dogs - However, squirrels that water ski? That's got to be a first! But apparently Twiggy, or should we say Twiggy(s) since it is a succession of water-skiing squirrels, has been entertaining crowds all over the world since, 1979!...

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Twiggy, The Water Skiing Squirrel(s)

Lemons Take Center Stage At Menton's Colorful Festival

Remember the old adage - When life gives you lemons, make lemonade? Well, the talented residents of Menton - Europe's largest grower of citrus fruits, are way beyond that. They use the bright and juicy, world-renowned produce, to create life sized pieces of art and, plan a fun festival around it....

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Lemons Take Center Stage At Menton's Colorful Festival

Otzi The Iceman, Gets A Makeover

September 18th, 2011, marks the 20th anniversary of the discovery of Otzi the Iceman. The 5,300-year old naturally mummified human has mesmerized both experts and amateurs, since he was discovered intact with clothing and equipment, by two hikers on a mountain range bordering, Austria and Italy....

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Otzi The Iceman, Gets A Makeover

This Lucky 'Astronaut' Gets To Ride A 'Rocket Ship' Everyday!

Most of us just dream of going to space. However, 9-year old Seattle resident, Eliot gets to actually do it everyday. The best part is, this young astronaut doesn't need to go through any special training nor haul himself to NASA's headquarters in Cape Canaveral. He simply dons his spacesuit and . . . . . . Walks to his backyard!...

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This Lucky 'Astronaut' Gets To Ride A 'Rocket Ship' Everyday!

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