This is certainly a catastrophic failure! Tweets further down the line suggest no one was hurt when this industrial extruder gave up and took out the building around it.

Catastrophic failure at an aluminum extrusion line. Looks like an overpressure event and the oil itself (over a drop ceiling no less) open a portal to a demon dimension… pic.twitter.com/VQeM0f85Mw

Photos of the aftermath. Remarkably good, all things considered. The investigation currently involved local police, so it will likely be some time before we hear more about the root cause. pic.twitter.com/cwq0hfYvQH

Sound waves, shock and a window repairman are all part of the fun! Tigra and Bunny like the boom! READ THE REST

Just after a successful mission summary announcement was made, SN10 blew up on the landing pad. They did land it, which is amazing. READ THE REST

Belgian waffles are a blank template for unforgettable weekend breakfasts. From savory creations with avocado, bacon, and goat cheese to the traditional sweet kinds with berries, powdered sugar, and syrup, waffles are unstoppable. However, nothing brings down a waffle-inspired dream morning like the antiquated, dirty waffle iron that cooks unevenly or worse, unexpectedly burns and dries… READ THE REST

Summer is here, which means we're spending less time under blankets and more time under stars. And, while we're no longer chasing the sun quite as fast, sometimes random household chores do need an extra flash of light here and there. This One80 LED Headlamp will help you get the darker things done so you can get back… READ THE REST

From your music streaming subscriptions and bank accounts to your work laptop, passwords unlock the most vital things in our lives. Unfortunately, that's a mess to track unless you're exceptionally organized or have some intricate communication system for your passwords and logins. If you aren't, you might deal with many forgotten unique passwords, annoying security questions, and botched password… READ THE REST

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