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To help amp up people for the Winter Olympics in Sochi, passengers at the Vystavochnaya station can get a free ride on the subway, in exchange for a little bit of exercise.

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We learn when we're amused and pay attention. So it's completely natural that something as preposterous as studying a language from looking at pictures of cats is actually a brilliant way of learning.

This beetle is named after Arnold Schwarzenegger because its middle pair of legs has an unusually enlarged segment – which reminded scientists of the bulging biceps of the bodybuilder/actor/governor.

In China’s vast metropolises heavy traffic jams and long commute times mean millions spend hours glued to their smartphones and in need of diversion. Mini movies give them a little escape in their hectic lifestyles.

Children are quite a bit like cats. No matter how much you spend on gifts for them, inevitably it is the box that seems to provide the most raucous and satisfying entertainment for them.

The perfect blend of narcissism and social media, selfies have been taken and shared with the world by everyone from Hillary Clinton to Kim Kardashian. Even Pope Francis posed for one taken in St. Peter’s Basilica.

Blogger Jessica Shyba and her family adopted an adorable 7-week-old mutt. They named him Theo. On his third day as part of their family, Theo joined her toddler son Beau for afternoon snuggle time.

December 25th has become a traditional holiday in space, despite the variety of cultures represented on board the ISS. Crewmembers have most of the day off and will gather for a festive meal in the social hub.

The comedy duo Ylvis topped the global trending list with their spoof pop song The Fox, which asks the eternal question "what does the fox say?" before suggesting the animal makes a string of ridiculous sounds.

Found in most any local convenient store, Coke and Mentos react together in an epic eruption of fizz. The stunt has generated loads of viral buzz.