Rare Mew Pokémon Oreos Are Selling For Thousands

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The Futurist uncovers unique and inspiring topics that feed your curiosity. Curated articles on technology, science, and culture delivered to your inbox. Not for you? Unsubscribe anytime below. /wild THE FAT BEAR WEEK CONTENDERS ARE HERE, AND THEY'RE ALL IMPRESSIVELY FAT In a glorious celebration of wilderness, conservation, and animal success, Fat Bear Week has arrived in 2021. Katmai National Park and Preserve announced on Monday the 12 filled-out brown bears participating in the online, playoff-style tournament this year. While all these fattened bears are true champions in their harsh natural realm, the contest has proven a brilliant way for people globally to appreciate the wonders of the wild — and the myriad benefits of conservation. Find out where you can peep the live stream: Mashable /lifehack THIS ANTI-SNORING MASK WILL HELP YOU GET THE ULTIMATE SLEEP The world's been in pretty rough shape these days, and if you're under the constant stress of day-to-day living in 2021, your sleep is most certainly taking a hit. Even if you're a sound sleeper, the last thing that's probably on your mind right now is how to correct snoring patterns for a more complete sleep. Boing Boing /tech FACEBOOK IS SPENDING $50 MILLION TO 'RESPONSIBLY' BUILD THE METAVERSE Facebook has announced a $50 million fund that it says will help it develop the metaverse more responsibly. It's officially called the XR Programs and Research Fund, and the company says it'll be invested into "programs and external research" over the course of two years. Facebook has previously funded academic research into the social impact of AR wearables and solicited VR hardware proposals. Facebook's announcement blog calls the metaverse the "next computing platform" and says that the company will be working with policymakers, researchers, and industry partners while building it. The Verge /health MEET THE FIRST WEARABLE TO RELIEVE STRESS AND HELP YOU SLEEP What if your fitness tracker didn't show you how you're feeling but actively helped you feel better? Meet Apollo Neuro. Developed by physicians and neuroscientists, this wearable helps you recover from stress more quickly. Apollo's silent, gentle vibrations tell your body that it's safe and in control, so you can focus, relax, and sleep through the night. Wear Apollo on your ankle or wrist and use the app to choose the touch therapy you need at that moment. Save 10% when you try it today. [Partner] /interior @tycole /money RARE MEW POKÉMON OREOS ARE SELLING FOR THOUSANDS The best quick-buck scheme of the year isn't GameStop stock, cryptocurrency, or reselling next-gen consoles. It's … Pokémon Oreos? Oreos emblazoned with designs of Mew, the psychic-type feline Pokémon, are currently selling for hundreds if not thousands of dollars on eBay. Kotaku /earth HELPING SAVE THE PLANET CAN ALSO SAVE YOUR BANK ACCOUNT Did you know that the switch to solar energy can potentially save you hundreds of thousands of dollars in the long run? Based on your housing situation and current energy bill pricing, the website Understand Solar can tell you exactly how much money you can save over the next year, anywhere up to 30 years. The site provides a full comprehensive report of your savings, tax credit opportunities, and even lets you compare quotes from various solar companies that support your location and housing type. A solar professional will then give you a phone call to clear up any questions you might have. Understand Solar /science THE CONDITION WHERE YOU HAVE ZERO VISUAL IMAGINATION It's easy to take imagination for granted. It molds our thoughts, shapes our fantasies. It's there when we daydream and when we drift into sleep; for most of us, our days and nights are accompanied by a ceaseless visual slideshow. This isn't the case for everyone. Studies show that 2.6 percent of people have aphantasia, meaning they don't possess the ability to create pictures in their mind's eye. This, understandably, presents some questions. What happens when they dream? Can they fantasize? Does it mean they're not creative? Vice /posted @passionpassport /bites No one wants to touch a surface contaminated with germs, which is why the Safetul 3-in-1 copper alloy multi-tool exists: to open doors, push buttons, and open bottles for you Subscribe to 1440 — editors scour 100+ sources so you don't have to. It's the fastest way to an impartial point of view Sport a classier smartwatch in the form of the LIGE luxury men's timepiece, complete with a 1.3-inch display, IP67 water resistance, and even heart rate monitoring THE FUTURIST Advertise |  Talk to Us  |  Shop |  Unsubscribe |  Our Friends @ The Fanny Pack Powered by StackCommerce 21 Market Street | Venice, CA 90291