Why these picks
This week, I wanted to focus on the things we usually walk right past. We all have that junk drawer or that pile of old mail we ignore, but what if those boring items were actually hiding something cool? It turns out that when you stop and look a little closer at the mundane bits of life, things get pretty weird and often quite funny.
I found a few stories that really capture that sense of wonder. One is about hunting for famous people in the background of old photos, while others look at the literal microscopic world living in your pockets. It's a great reminder that the world isn't nearly as plain as it looks on the surface. Let's take a look at what our friends across the network have been finding lately.
Stories to brighten your day
Is That Bobby? The New Online Craze for Hunting Famous Roberts
Ever look at an old, blurry photo and think you recognize someone? This site takes that feeling and turns it into a full-blown game. They use some clever tricks to figure out if that guy in the background of a vintage shot is actually a famous Robert. It is a silly, addictive way to look at history through a very specific lens. Who knew that spotting a 'Bob' could be such a fun way to spend an afternoon? You might find yourself checking your own family albums for a hidden celebrity after reading this.
Source:Isthatarobert.com
Why Your Old Blank Photocopies Aren't Actually Empty
We’ve all dealt with a cranky office copier that spits out pages that look totally blank. Most of us just toss them in the recycling, right? Well, it turns out those 'empty' pages are actually holding onto ghost images from the past. Using some fancy light tricks, people are finding lost notes and forgotten office memos that were supposed to be gone forever. It turns out even the most boring piece of office tech is a bit of a storyteller if you know how to listen. Don't look at your printer the same way again.
Source:Infotochase.com
The Microscopic Travelers in Your Wallet
Think about the coins sitting at the bottom of your purse or pocket. They’ve been everywhere. This story looks at the tiny bits of pollen and dust that hitch a ride on our money. By looking at these microscopic hitchhikers, researchers can actually tell where that coin has been and what kind of trees were growing nearby. It’s like every nickel has its own tiny travel diary written in dust. It makes you realize that even your spare change has seen more of the world than you might think.
Source:Lookuptrove.com
