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The #BottleCapChallenge Will Have You Spinning For Days

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The challenge to flip a bottle and make it land upright is soooo amateur compared to this latest bottle challenge, which requires a whole lot of athletic coordination. Known as the #BottleCapChallenge, it has taken social media by storm with celebrities like Jason Statham getting over 5 million likes and 16 million views for his contribution on Instagram.

What exactly is the #BottleCapChallenge?

As evidenced in Statham’s video above, the #BottleCapChallenge involves spinning in a full 360 degrees before kicking one’s leg up just lightly enough to hit the cap off, but not enough to knock the entire bottle over. Many people have recorded their challenges in slow-mo to enhance the full mesmerizing and impressive effect.

Who started the challenge?

It is unclear who originated the official challenge, but several sources believe the viral trend could have started with Taekwondo champion Farabi Davletchin. Last week, he posted this video to Instagram with the caption #farakickschallenge, calling on Statham and other celebrities to take part.

Who else has participated in the #BottleCapChallenge?

So far, there are over 50,000 videos uploaded on Instagram with the #BottleCapChallenge from around the world. In addition to Statham, some other very notable celebrities have participated in the challenge, including but not limited to John Mayer, Scott Adkins, and Conor McGregor. We are especially impressed by Mayer’s performance, considering sports are not really his forte.

Spinning Onto The Scene

This challenge spun onto the scene thanks to celebrities encouraging others to partake in the challenge. As a result, people internationally took to the hashtag and uploaded their own versions, some even while blindfolded! While it may not get you any awards, successfully executing the #BottleCapChallenge is sure to impress your friends and followers.

A bottle with the cap slightly off, ready for the #bottlecapchallenge.

Photos: Pixabay

How To Fail A First Impression: The Bachelor Australia

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Whether you are a die hard “The Bachelor” fan, or simply tune in every once in awhile for the latest drama happening among the contestants, this latest clip from “The Bachelor Australia” will make you feel IMMEDIATE second-hand embarrassment.

The (In)famous Bachelor Introductions

Regardless of what country’s version you watch, there is always the (in)famous introductions episode. During this premiere, we get to meet the main Bachelor as well as all the numerous singletons vying for a shot at *true love.* How someone manages to fall in love in 2 months time complete with constant cameras around them is beyond me.

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Lasting First Impressions

As with any first encounter with a stranger, there are always some people that leave long, lasting impressions… This was the case with contestant Abby, but for all the wrong reasons. Her less than stellar response to learning Bachelor Matt Agnew’s profession has been the source of many tweets.

We can’t blame Matt for being at a loss for words with that one! There is a very big difference between astronomy and astrology, but clearly that fact was way over Abby’s head.

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Her not so lucky stars…

It got us thinking though, how important is this first impression anyway in winning over someone’s affection? According to Refinery29, 59% of men and 49% of women believe in love at first sight. This is combined with the incredible fact that we typically make full assessments of a person we first meet in under a second’s time. This includes personality, attractiveness, likability, and more. Matt might have checked all the boxes on Abby’s list, but from his response, we don’t think she made quite as great of an impression.

Bachelor handing rose to the camera.

Needless to say, we don’t think Abby will be getting that coveted rose in the end. Plus, an Aries and a Leo? There was no way this relationship was written in the stars!

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Child interacts with terrifying creature that emerges from the sea

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Our hearts have stopped after the release of a video in which a child interacts with a frightening sea creature that suddenly emerges above water. The friendly meeting was recorded on film, and has reached thousands of people’s eyes causing great shock amongst everyone.

A sea creature appears

The interaction takes place in the Spanish island La Gomera, more specifically in the port of Valle Gran Rey. In the video, you can see how the child comes close to the water, and after a few seconds a terrifying creature seems to appear.

A trustful bond

Without any fear, the child starts feeding the creature, to which it responds with the same trust. The child then goes onto caressing the animal, and it lets him do so.

The animal has been reckoned to be a huge stingray. It’s worth noting that these creatures are not known to be aggressive, as long as they are not given a reason to be.

Video gone viral

The shocking video shows the amazingly trustful bond that is created by the child and the stingray. This is probably why it has gone viral on social media, with millions of likes and over 750 comments. Our faith in humanity has been restored!

Prince Ea Says “Stop Wasting Your Life” At Work

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Long time motivational speaker Prince Ea is at it again, this time with a video that has gotten over 2 million views in the past two weeks and thousands of shares on LinkedIn. The topic? “Stop wasting your life” in your unsatisfying work.

A Shocking Start

Prince Ea first appears in the video sitting in a hospital bed, asking the viewers directly, “Do you know what day of the week you are most likely to DIE from a HEART ATTACK?” To which we learn the unsettling data: Monday, between 8-9am. The same time most of us go to work.

Prince Ea then goes on to state this is no coincidence. The majority of our life is in fact spent at work. *Take a few deep breaths to let that sink in*

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Yes, the reality is the majority of us will be working for most of our lives. And yet, many of us are in jobs that we hate, with the assumption that when we fulfill a certain accomplishment, like getting married or getting a raise, “and then” we will be happy and satisfied with our lives.

“And Then” What?

Prince Ea is here to say that “and then” may never come, or worse, it comes and you are STILL not happy. And then what? You realize you have wasted your life in the work place, not achieving your real goals nor putting your life before work.

Harvard Can Confirm: Happiness Is Key At Work

Woman and Man Happy at Work.

Prince Ea brings up some very interesting points. As a society we are constantly telling each other to shoot for a good “work life balance,” but that phrase always starts with work. This is primarily for monetary reasons for many people, however a study at Harvard found that those who are happy with their jobs, actually earn more money. Now that’s what I call a profitable proposition!

This full seven minute video is worth the watch, if only to help change your perspective about the monotony of your daily life and help push you to do the things that bring you real happiness.

Photos: Freepik, Header photo: Prince Ea Youtube

Toy Story 4 Proves Pixar’s Animation Has Improved Dramatically

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The heart warming story of our beloved Woody and Buzz finally comes to a close with the recent release of Toy Story 4. People of all ages have been able to enjoy this friendship that has blossomed the past 24 years, since the original movie’s release in 1994. But the unlikely relationship between a cowboy and astronaut isn’t the only thing that grew over the years- Pixar’s animation has improved dramatically, as seen in this new video released by Insider. 

The Process Behind The Amazing Animation Advancements

Just comparing the fur of the animals in Toy Story and Toy Story 4 are staggering in itself. The dog looks completely flat in the original, whereas each strand of the cat’s fur in the recent release appears to glimmer in the light. However, what is most interesting about the improvement in design is both the research involved and the timing of events that took place in order to master realistic-looking animation.

This video breaks down the learning and creation process behind the 21 feature-length animation movies made by Pixar since 1995, and some of the facts are mind-blowing. As audience members, we take for granted the amount of effort that is put into even just a few seconds worth of some scenes in animation films. However, with statistics like one scene with Hank the octopus taking two years alone to create in Finding Dory– it’s no wonder it took 13 YEARS for the sequel of Finding Nemo to come out!

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A Methodical Order To The Movies

Another fascinating detail discussed in the video is the order for making the animation movies. Many movies with few humans at all, like Monsters, Inc. were chosen to be created because they still hadn’t mastered creating realistic-looking humans back in 2001. The greatest improvement has come from Pixar’s research into using light. Now they successfully can make light reflecting in water, on metal, on skin, etc. The changes are obvious when looking at Andy in the first Toy Story movie to now!

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Knowing all the work involved will surely make you enjoy the final Toy Story that much more!

Title Photo: Business Insider

Guy Wins AGT Judges Over With “Brilliant” Karaoke Performance

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For everyone that has ever performed at a karaoke night before, you can probably all relate to the most crucial part of the night; the song choice. Choose a song that’s too slow, and you won’t get the crowd going. Too overplayed on the radio, and they might want to kick you off stage.

But regardless of your actual singing talent, karaoke is all about getting the crowd going- and Andy Rowell did exactly that this past week on America’s Got Talent, getting a standing ovation of approval from all four judges. Yes, including Simon Cowell, who is notorious for HATING karaoke performances.

His winning song choice of the night? “Tequila”.

YEP. THAT “Tequila”, probably one of the easiest – if not easiest – songs to memorize, with it’s one word only lyrics. To give him some credit, he did have to get that timing down!

A Long Time Karaoke Buff

This isn’t the first time this 24 year old Iowa native has gone viral for his rendition of Tequila. Back in September 2018 he uploaded a video of his karaoke performance in a bar, that to date has reached over 4 million views on Youtube and has been the source of many memes.

Pre-Performance Jitters

Before getting the crowd roaring with delight, host Terry Crews talked with Rowell about his background in karaoke and what reactions he hoped to get from the judges.

I’d say the most ironic part of Rowell’s speech was when he said singing at karaoke “made him feel alive,” and yet he looked like he was converting into a zombie right before our eyes during (and after) his performance when all color drained from his face.

The Simon Factor

When it came to his biggest challenge of winning Simon Cowell over, Rowell hoped that his “voice would at least somehow change [Cowell’s] perspective.” Considering we heard Rowell’s voice in the karaoke performance for approximately three seconds total (if that), it was another factor that successfully got Cowell’s approval.

“It was so stupid, I loved it.”

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So… not quite the accolade one wants to hear after their performance, but hey it got him through to the next round!

Can He Follow Up That “Brilliant” Performance?

Rowell truly brought the house down with his karaoke singing, with the whole audience and judge panel applauding the finale. Julianne Hough even claimed it to be “brilliant” as she voted to pass Rowell on to the next round. When it comes to the next stage of AGT, Howie Mandel got us wondering… how will Rowell’s “exuberance and excitement” shine through in his next karaoke song pick?

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