Seattle shop selling Jimothy the short-spined raccoon glass figurines for $125

Seattle shop selling Jimothy the short-spined raccoon glass figurines for 5

The “Jimothy” craze has now hit the Seattle art scene. A Seattle glassblowing studio is cashing in on Jimothy’s viral fame with handcrafted glass figurines of the four-legged internet sensation, priced at $125 each. Seattle Glassblowing Studio says each collectible is individually crafted from borosilicate glass, “turning an internet legend into a one-of-a-kind glass sculpture.” … Read more

The Moo Deng effect? Thailand named ‘destination of the year’ by top travel experts

The Moo Deng effect? Thailand named ‘destination of the year’ by top travel experts

Sounds like a certain little hippo deserves a big raise. Thailand was just named ‘destination of the year’ for 2025 by the experts at Travel + Leisure — who cited the country’s “rich cultural heritage, dynamic culinary scene, and a seamless blend of tradition with modern innovation.” The top award, handed out to one lucky … Read more

Monkey see, monkey do! Stunned tourists photobombed by selfie-taking macaque in Bali

Monkey see, monkey do! Stunned tourists photobombed by selfie-taking macaque in Bali

It was like a snapshot of evolution. A cheeky monkey perhaps proved that we’re more closely related than we think after it seemingly took a selfie with two British tourists in Bali, Indonesia. “It definitely was a trip of a lifetime!” Chloe Dennis told Caters News Agency of the primatological photo-op, which occurred while she … Read more

Massive ‘Chonkasaurus’ snapping turtle is hot tourist attraction

Massive ‘Chonkasaurus’ snapping turtle is hot tourist attraction

He’s Chicago’s biggest celebrity. A massive snapping turtle sunbaking on some logs in the Chicago River has captured the hearts of locals, who have affectionately dubbed it “Chonkasaurus.” A video of the giant reptile was posted online by Twitter user Joey Santore, who filmed it as he kayaked along the river. The 50-second clip shows … Read more