A bicycle built for two will seem so cute and quaint after you see the Big Bike Orchestra. This energetic Polish pop-folk band takes it up a notch, performing on a specially-made bicycle built for six! It's an impressive sight, especially considering there's only one set of handlebars and the upright bass player is backwards bringing up the rear. — Read the rest

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If you got the chance to paint a "Painted Lady," why not paint it an extraordinary way? That's exactly what artist Xavi Panneton did. Last summer, he took the opportunity to give a historic San Francisco Victorian a stunning makeover. Located in Duboce Triangle, this house was transformed to stand out among its traditional neighbors. — Read the rest

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In this hilarious and heartwarming video, international bestselling author Fredrik Backman takes the stage at the Simon & Schuster centennial celebration humorously admitting that he's only there because his agent insisted it would be good for his career. He jokes about being more comfortable with the characters he creates than with real people. — Read the rest

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Check out this fun compilation video of Japanese commercials featuring the English ska and pop band, Madness. From 1981 to 1983, Madness starred in and inspired a series of Japanese ads for the Honda City minicar. And, if my eyes don't deceive me, the car comes with a matching folding scooter (confirmed)! — Read the rest

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