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Mango Bonga: How to Turn Everyday Produce into a Pipe

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If you want the MacGuyver know-how to rescue a no-pipe situation, then this article will bequeath upon you the knowledge and skills to save the day.  More »

Smoke Tourism: A Cigarette Lover’s Guide to Puffing Around the World

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China could be the Holy Grail for smokers. China’s love affair with tobacco is estimated at 30% of the world’s total consumption. Smoking bans a  More »

Possibly Drunk, Crazy Dude Goes Diving in Rome’s Trevi Fountain

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An estimated 3,000 Euros are tossed into the Trevi Fountain every day. And now this idiot, too.  More »

Texts From Last Night: “I Just Walked In On My Mom and Dad…It Wasn’t My Dad”

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(512): After a few more beers I realized that both my wife and I like Latin men.  More »

10 Spots in Chicago for BYOB Dining – Eat Well and Save

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Thanks to Chicago’s quirky liquor laws, you can cut down on dining expenses at BYOB – bring your own beer and wine - restaurants all around the ci  More »

How to Drink on the Reykjavik Rúntur

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Start with dinner at home or in a restaurant, but not too early. You’ll need stamina to party until dawn so rest up and don’t begin your evening u  More »

Inside Japan’s Freaky Themed Bath Houses and Bars (NSFW)

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Prostitution is illegal in Japan, which may be one of the reasons for so many creative "alternatives."  More »

Carnaval Highlights from Montevideo, Uruguay

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Our tour of Carnaval continues...this time, in Uruguay.  More »

Brazilian Carnaval: Going Beyond Rio

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Carnaval-- by the people and for the people--beyond Rio.  More »

Where to Go for Carnival if You’re in Europe

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These 4 European cities prove that Rio hasn't cornered the market on Carnival-induced revelry.  More »

10 Ramen Shops in Tokyo Worth Visiting

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2. Menya Musashi: "The cooks are animated in the open kitchen, with the head noodle chef constantly yelling as he pulls noodles from boiling water. .   More »

Guide to Smoking Pot Around the World

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From Australia to Macedonia, here's the breakdown of where smoking is accepted, and where it'll land you in jail.   More »

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