LEGOLAND Hotel Puts The FInal Pieces In Place

by John J. Staughton

For years, LEGOLAND has been an epic destination for kids and kids at heart. With the opening of the LEGOLAND Hotel in Carlsbad, California, when the sun goes down, the fun doesn't have to stop.

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What's The Least Expensive Way to Get A Smart Home?

by Katie Gatto

A look at the least expensive way, for now, to start on your path to smart home. We will take a look both at the least expensive of the custom system options that are out there and how you might want to hookup with your wi-fi carrier in your area to get the best deal on the start to a smart house. Just be ready for some DIY steps if you do.

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Doggie Fountain Just The Thing For Those Dog Days Of Summer

by Laurie Kay Olson

Your dog's water dish can be a hassle during the summer months as it gets knocked over or filled with dirt, leaves, and bugs. It doesn't require putting in a doggie door to the bathroom so they can get to the toilet either. Just hook the Doggie Fountain up to your outdoor hose and your dog can stop by anytime for a quick guzzle with its muzzle.

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IRS Can Access Your Email To Verify Your Tax Report

by dendory

The ACLU obtained documents that show the IRS may not be getting warrants in order to read your email. Even though the documents do not specify either way, questions remain on what the agency does when it wants to read your private communications.

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Remote Control "Sugoi Mop" From Japan Turns Gamers Into Cleaners

by Steve Levenstein

The remote control “Sugoi Mop” from Japan's Kyosho Egg combines the best features of an old-fashioned floor sweeper and an r/c racing car. It might not be the best mop around but at least it'll help lazy gamers get with the program.

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Branson & Virgin Altantic Use Hard Sell To Poke The Competition

by Ron Callari

When the competition goes highbrow, what's the CEO of a competing airline to do? Well, if you're Richard Branson you might seek out advertising space that goes below the belt. That's right. . . while politicians, the likes of U.S. Representative Anthony Weiner have lost their jobs over public images pertaining to to their 'junk,' Virgin Atlantic's number one publicity junkie exposes himself to the world at large - and to boot - getting off "Scot" free (literally)!

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Rock Your Baby In Two Ways

by Laurie Kay Olson

Babies just love to be rocked and now you can do it two ways with the same piece of furniture. Whether you need to hold baby while she falls asleep or just be near the cradle you are set to handle it either way -- or even shift part way through without getting up. Whether mommy or daddy, you can sit up with a sick or fussy baby, or just spend some time watching that little miracle of yours sleep.

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Forget Time With The Whatever I'm Late Anyway Clock

by Bob J

If you have trouble with punctuality, if you're always running late for your next appointment, the Late Anyway Clock won't be much help. But it should bring a smile to all those people you've kept waiting over the years.

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Calling All Inventors: Submit Your Best Healthcare, Education, Or Sustainability Ideas

by Cornelius Fortune

Got an idea to change the world? Verizon wants to hear it, and it might even get you a cool $10 million.

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Bath Mats Are Going Green -- Literally!

by Laurie Kay Olson

For people who love the outdoors and want to bring the outdoors indoors this bathmat could be a dream come true. This bath mat is made up of several types of moss planted in a tray. You can walk on it, wiggle your toes on it, and feel nature beneath your feet. It is a houseplant that your get to walk all over. The prototype has been around for awhile, but it is now available for purchase -- if you have the Euros.

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6 Ounces Exactly? Bakers Can Now Ask Their Measuring Cup

by Michael McParland

If you like nothing better than throwing on an apron and getting covered in flower whilst baking mouthwatering treats, then the latest technological device aimed at alleviating the stresses of baking could be for you. The Talking Measuring Cup from Hammacher Schlemmer is just that - a measuring device which actually talks to you, telling you in weight or volume the exact amounts of your ingredients.

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ESAF Seeks Minority, Women Developers For Video Games

by Cornelius Fortune

The Entertainment Software Association (ESAF) is currently accepting applications for its 2013-2014 scholarship program for video game-related degrees. The program is targeting women and minority developers.

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Smart Beam Projector Screens Video Content For All To See

by Steve Levenstein

The ultra-lightweight Smart Beam projector from Taro Matsumura of VIVA Japan is one part old-fashioned movie projector and one part Star Wars holographic display, designed for portability inside a stylish 4.5cm aluminum cube.

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The Wine Handbag: Drinking Just Got A Lot More Stylish

by Michael McParland

Strutting down the street with an open wine bottle is often something associated more with local alleyway residents than stylish sophisticated women. Well that is all about to change....probably. The Exceptional Wine Company have seemingly asked themselves the question racing through everyone's mind on a daily basis - what can we import which combines two femal favorites, good wine, and high fashion? The result of this bizarre question is the Wine Handbag. Intrigued? I thought as much!

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Revive Clinic: In The Business Of Hangovers

by Beth Graddon-Hodgson

In a world where many members of society consume alcohol like it's their job - one business has started offering a service that makes them accomplish it even more efficiently. Revive is a hangover-helper clinic located in Chicago. It uses techniques to get beverage lovers over the inconvenient symptoms that remind them of all the fun and debauchery from the night before that they would have otherwise forgotten about.

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Syrup Becomes More Profitable Thanks to Tech

by Katie Gatto

This piece looks at home the innovations in a field that is less than in the front of our minds when it comes to technoogy leaders. We are talking of course about the people who make maple syrup for a living and how systems of vaccum sealing have helped to make the industry more profitable for the farmers and the state.

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WikiLeaks Introduces PlusD Search

by dendory

Not only has WikiLeaks released the biggest amount of documents so far, but now it also has created a full text search engine for both Cablegate and these new Kissinger Cables.

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Dining Room Measuring Spoons Bring Some Class To The Kitchen

by Kim Patterson

Measuring spoons are useful – yes, but classy looking – not so much. That is, until now. Anthropologie’s Dining Room Measuring Spoons raise the bar on measuring spoon attractiveness.

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Beetle Robot Kit: A Great Way to Encourage Young Scientists

by Katie Gatto

If you are looking for a great piece that you can give to your kids, or as a gift to the kids of others, and you want to encourage a love of science and invention, then there is one great option that you can use for the job. Consider picking up one of the Beetle Robot Kits that you can get for less than fifty dollars. Check it out!

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Trendy & Tasteful: The Top 5 Trendsetting Cruelty Free Taxidermy Inventions

by Arnold Carreiro

The popular decorative trend of displaying beautiful taxidermy animals throughout the home hasn’t slowed in 2013. Inventors were quick to jump at the chance to get a piece of the taxidermy décor craze by creating stunningly impressive one-of-a-kind animal-inspired inventions that are guaranteed to be completely cruelty free. My top five animal-free taxidermy innovations are just a click away!

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