Notre Dame’s tragic fire was a shock to the entire world. The centuries-old cathedral lost its magnificent gothic spire and roof in the aftermath of the blaze, but thanks to the efforts of the Paris FD, the structure of the building was saved. Now, restoration has finally begun — and everyone is excited to see Notre Dame restored to its former glory. Get a sneak peek at what’s coming in this insider video.
30 amazing colorized photographs from the 1800s
The 19th century may seem like a distant era of the past, but in the grand scheme of things, it’s not that long ago. After all, we had working cameras back then — even if they weren’t able to shoot in color. Now, thanks to the miracle of computers, we can see the subjects of these photos as they were in life. Will you take a step into the past?
Forget cats vs. dogs! Who would win, cougar vs. wolf?
Cats and dogs are traditional rivals for household dominance. Though some get along just fine, “fighting like cats and dogs” is so common that the image has become ingrained in popular culture. Now imagine that fight but taken to the extreme — with larger, meaner wild forms of our furry companions. Don’t worry, no animals were harmed in the making of this video, but this hypothetical match up puts two apex predators to the test.
Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
Finally, one for the kids. Mickey and his friends tell three Christmas stories: “Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas,” a reminder that Christmas is so special because it only comes once a year; “A Very Goofy Christmas”, which finds Goofy trying to teach his son the joys of Santa Claus; and “Mickey & Minnie’s Gift Of The Magi”, which recreates the classic tale with the Disney icons.
There’s a deadly oasis in the Sahara Desert
In the desert, any patch of green may seem like a lifesaver, with water and shade. But for some places in the Sahara Desert, an oasis may not be so for all who travel there. For underneath the lush exterior, something more sinister waits.
‘The Tudors’ (Netflix)
This series is set in England during the Reign of King Henry VIII in the 16th century. “The Tudors” follows the young king as he has to deal with conflicts inside and outside of his kingdom. If you decide to check out this series, you might recognize familiar faces such as Henry Cavill from “Man of Steel” and Natalie Dormer from “Game of Thrones.” This title is available to stream on Netflix.
Komando Dash Cam Pro now with Night Vision!
The new Komando Dash Cam Pro now has night vision! Record video from your card in HD 1080p, even at night. Have the evidence you need in the event of an accident or capture still images from a beautiful scenic drive. Get your Komando Dash Cam Pro in my shop today!
Block unwanted robocalls
Unsolicited robocalls have become a bit of an epidemic lately. A recent study shows that the number of spam calls has been rising across the country at an extremely rapid pace. Here are 3 ways to help stop them!
How to manage devices for Apple Music
If you’re an Apple Music subscriber, you might be running into a snag. In this Komando.com Flash Tip, we help you avoid reaching your device limit to keep the music playing.
Check out this weird Swiss sport that's a cross between baseball and golf
Unless you’ve spent some time in Switzerland, you probably have never heard of “Hornussen.” It’s this weird sport that looks like a mix of baseball and golf, and you play it with this really long, whip-like stick. Watch this video to see how it’s played.
ULTRA-RARE footage of the most famous fighter pilot ever
If you’re interested in history or aviation, you cannot miss this footage. It was just posted online, and I’ve never seen anything like it. It’s from 1917, and it’s an up-close and personal look at the most legendary combat pilot who ever lived, the infamous Red Baron, Manfred Von Richthofen. Watch the extremely rare, extremely old footage and relive history.
Watch the beautiful, controversial body image video that created a firestorm online
When you’re sitting at home on your computer or tablet, it’s so easy to add your commentary to the popular issues of the day. That’s one of the things I love about the Internet. But there’s a dark side. I’ve been on the receiving end of some outrageous online comments so I can relate to this woman. Watch her excellent video about body image and cyberbullying.
Watch an old-fashioned scythe DESTROY a modern weed wacker in a race
It seems like in our endless quest to improve our lives with technology, we sometimes end up just making things worse! Exhibit A: the scythe. It’s thousands of years old, but we still can’t make a handheld machine that cuts grass as fast! Watch an experienced landscaper go head-to-head with the British scythe champion.
One guy set up a hidden camera in his hotel room. You'll be shocked at what it recorded
Do you ever leave items laid out in your hotel room while you’re away? You might want to stop – but only if this hidden camera video is any indicator. This happened at a “brand named” hotel. Watch what happened in this outrageous video.
Your favorite Southern belle comedienne is back with a new stand-up bit
Who doesn’t LOVE Jeanne Robertson? I’ve shown you some of her stand-up comedy before and it’s hilarious. This one’s about finding the humor in Halloween as a 6-foot-2-inch seventh grader. I laughed so hard at the punch line near the end!
David Blaine steals George W. Bush's watch during impressive magic tricks
The famous street magician starts off by explaining a card trick to the former president. But then, Blaine surprises him with a bunch of tricks that President Bush can’t believe.
Most dangerous intersection in the world
Thousands of vehicles and pedestrians travel through one of the busiest intersections in the entire country of Ethiopia every day. Not one of them stops at a stoplight or stop sign – because there aren’t any! You have to see this insane time-lapse of the square. It looks like utter pandemonium!
Unbelievable! You have to hear this insane real-life 'Hunger Games' bird call
If you’ve never heard of the Lyre bird, you’re in for a treat. I had to pick my jaw up off my desk. I won’t spoil what it sounds like for you. You just have to hear its incredible call for yourself.
No way! This teenager sounds JUST LIKE Elvis
Get ready to pick your jaw off the floor. Seriously. This 16-year-old kid from Quebec sounds EXACTLY like Elvis Presley. Apparently the King ain’t dead, he’s just been living in Canada all this time! You have to hear his version of “Blue Christmas.”
What does a porcupine sound like?
Everyone knows what noises dogs, cats and cows make — but what does a porcupine sound like? You’d never guess they could sound so adorable. This rescued porcupine is named Kemosabe and he’s quite the chatterbox!