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Hey Gamers, We Know We Can Sometimes Be A Little One-Note About Gaming So If You Ever Want To Talk About Something Else, Like Baking Or Whatever, Just Know We’re Down
Look, we’ll admit it! Everyone here at OGN loves video games. In fact, sometimes we get so excited speculating about upcoming titles or dissecting the latest industry controversies, we tend to forget that, for most people, gaming is just one aspect of life. We realize we can definitely be a little bit one-note in that…
Oakley Introduces Line Of Sunglasses For Front Of Head
FOOTHILL RANCH, CA—In an effort to market “something a little bit different” to diehard fans of its lifestyle brand, sports apparel company Oakley unveiled a new line of sunglasses Monday specifically designed for wear on the front of the head. “We’re excited to expand into eyewear with these sleek new performance…
Signs You’ve Spent Too Much Time With Your Family Over The Holidays
Yeah, it’s time to go back home. Here are signs you’ve spent too much time with your family over the holidays.
Scientists Create Ultra-Hot Superionic Black Ice
Scientists have confirmed the existence of “superionic ice,” a dense, dark, and ultra-hot form of matter thought to comprise the bulk of icy planets by using lasers to squeeze a water droplet between two diamonds and blast it to star-like temperatures. What do you think?
Poll: More Americans Not Planning To Have Kids
According to a new Pew Research Center survey, some 44% of adults ages 18 to 49 who don’t have children say they were “not too likely” or “not at all likely” to have kids down the road, up seven percentage points from 2018. What do you think?
Man’s Natural Instinct To Fear The Unfamiliar Overcome By Promise Of ‘Great Barbecue Taste’
VERNON, NJ—As he stepped cautiously toward the strange new colors on the supermarket shelf, local man Chuck Atkinson’s natural instinct to fear the unfamiliar was reportedly overcome Monday by a condiment’s promise of “great barbecue taste.” Witnesses said Atkinson first froze in place at the sight of the curious…
Most Offensive Things You Can Say To Someone Who Doesn’t Celebrate Christmas
This holiday season, try not being a total asshole. Here are the most offensive things you can say to someone who doesn’t celebrate Christmas.
Study: Grandmothers May Hold Deeper Bond With Grandchildren Than Own Children
A new study suggests that grandmothers are more emotionally connected to their grandchildren than to their own children after brain scans showed regions associated with emotional empathy activated looking at photos of grandchildren while only regions for cognitive empathy activated when looking at photos of their…
New Study Suggests Cats May Legitimately Be Psychopaths
A new study has determined domestic cats display the traits associated with the definition of being a psychopath: callous, unemotional, and morally depraved. What do you think?
Parents Spent Too Much On Piano Lessons For Son Not To Play Dumb Little Song Every Time He Comes Home
GLOUCESTER, MA—Saying it was the least he could do given the amount they’d shelled out over the years, parents of local man Liam Corrigan told reporters Friday that they’d spent too much money on piano lessons for their son not to play a dumb little song every time he comes home. “We dropped close to 10 grand over the…
‘Can You Check The Back For 500 Million More Of These Covid Test Kits,’ Says Biden Picking Up Few Things From CVS
Woman Annoyed At Mother’s Suggestion To Consider Freezing Her Leftovers
NEW HAVEN, CT—Dramatically rolling her eyes as the comment was made, local woman Katrina Barnes, reportedly became annoyed at her mother Thursday for suggesting it might be time to consider freezing her leftovers. “Sweetheart, don’t get mad, but I think you’re at an age now when you need to start planning ahead for…
What To Say If You’re Not Comfortable Traveling During Covid-19
With the resurgence of the novel coronavirus, the thought of boarding a plane, bus, or train can be quite daunting. Here’s what to say if you’re not comfortable traveling during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Jelly Belly Releases New Flavors Based On J.K. Rowling’s Other Works
FAIRFIELD, CA—At last following up on the success of their Harry Potter-themed candies, Jelly Belly released new flavors of jelly beans Thursday based on J.K. Rowling’s other works. “J.K. Rowling fans have enjoyed Harry Potter Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans for years now, and we’re confident they’ll be just as…
Babies Survive Tornado That Carried Them Away In Bathtub
Two babies survived one of the deadly tornadoes that hit Kentucky two weeks ago after the bathtub they were sheltering in was ripped out of the ground and tossed with them inside, their grandmother later finding them in the yard with only minor injuries. What do you think?
Biden Pledges 500 Million Free Virus Tests To Counter Omicron
President Biden has announced that next month, the government will start mailing free at-home Covid test kits to any U.S. household that requests one to help stop the spread of the omicron variant. What do you think?
More Fridge Magnets Forced To Take On Extra Holiday Work Holding Up Christmas Cards
WASHINGTON—Due to limited household supplies of the decorative appliance accessory, more fridge magnets have been forced to take on extra work holding up Christmas cards over the holidays, experts reported Wednesday. “With the increased demands of the season, nearly half of American refrigerator magnets have been left…
Nation Gathers Around Picky Eater To Make Him Try Things He Doesn’t Like
TOPEKA, KS—Following repeated appeals for the man to sample “just one little bite,” sources confirmed Wednesday that the whole nation had gathered around 28-year-old picky eater Elijah Chapman in an attempt to make him try things he didn’t like. “How can you say you don’t like something if you haven’t really given it…