Dave Barry's Blog, page 124

THE WHAT?

As the world's foremost water sommelier, Riese...

(Thanks to The Perts)

TMI

Joey Chestnut says he's 'terrorizing some toilets' after hot dog eating contest

(Thanks to Matt Filar)

CRIMINAL MASTERMIND OF THE WEEK SO FAR

Video Shows Man���s Failed Robbery Attempt at Nail Salon While Customers Calmly Ignore Him

(Thanks to John Lobert, who asks "Should we feel sorry for him?" and Steve K, who says "This man needs a different line of work" and Maryann, who says "Do not interrupt a woman when her nails are being done.")

ATTENTION, EMU-OWNERS IN THE TOPEKA AREA:

Our deputies are currently out with this emu near NE 35th Street and NE Meriden Road. And we are hoping to find the owner quickly.

(Thanks to John Lobert)

Something's Happening in Kansas: 15-foot snake turns up outside Kansas home

(Thanks to Bob Brogan)

SHE IS WELCOME TO BRING THIS VEHICLE TO FLORIDA

Woman busted with comically fake New York state inspection sticker

(Thanks to John Lobert)

TODAY IN GOBSMACKERY

People gobsmacked after learning why so many fast-food chains have red and yellow logos

(Thanks to Jim Kenaston)

IT NEVER GETS OLD

(Thanks to Robert Moats)

IT'S A TRICK

Scientists are going nuts about rare hairless ground squirrels found near Saskatoon

(Thanks to The Perts)

'SO HOW WAS YOUR DAY?'

Two workers rescued from Omaha drain system; one traveled about a mile in sewer pipes

(Thanks to Steve Bradford)

AWW

Misunderstood rattlesnakes have a tender side, study finds

(Thanks to Al Barkafski and Roberto)