30+ Mildly Interesting Pictures That Taught Us Something New This Week (February 13, 2024)

As a seasoned internet scavenger with decades of digital exploration under my belt, I’ve seen it all—from the dawn of dial-up to the age of instantaneous information. Yet, despite the countless hours spent in the vast expanse of the web, nothing beats the thrill of stumbling upon something genuinely intriguing. That’s why I’m thrilled to bring you a collection of cool pictures sourced from the treasure trove that is the subreddit r/MildlyInteresting.

These snapshots are a testament to the fact that the world is still full of surprises, ready to enlighten even the most veteran of internet wanderers like myself. Found within the nooks and crannies of r/MildlyInteresting, these images are not just eye-catching but are poised to teach you a thing or two. From the peculiar to the profound, they serve as a refreshing reminder of the endless curiosity that keeps us clicking.

So, join me on this latest expedition into the intriguing unknown, where every cool image from r/MildlyInteresting holds the promise of a new discovery. Let’s dive in and see what fascinating tidbits the digital world has in store for us today.

1. I bought an energy drink online and they sent me a bag full of hair.

2. My Grandfather guarding a KKK function.

3. My sister accidentally left some salt water in her ceramic mug overnight and salt crystals seeped through.

4. My dentist has a Jägermeister-option next to the water/coffee station.

5. My daughter caught a fish with her bare hands while swimming at the lake.

6. This rectangular reaction to a mosquito bite on my leg.

7. My daughter’s suitcase toy comes with a pretend USB A to USB C cable.

8. This @ I wrote today.

9. Media Bias Chart at my Local Library.

10. This old worn key vs. a fresh cut one for the same vehicle.

11. My sticky notes were delivered on an appropriately-sized pallet

12. Tiny hammer and enticing button with no explanation in my historic apartment building.

13. This pan claims it can withstand temperatures 3x the surface of the sun.

14. Canadian cigarettes now have warnings on each individual cigarette.

15. The batteries in my remote go the same direction.

16. My phone sees orange coals as purple.

17. The “do not microwave” instruction was the only part of my Starbucks cup to burn when I microwaved it.

18. I went to a puzzle factory and they had a wall of shame.

19. My cigarettes came out of the vending machine with an Euro taped on it.

20. All 7’s serial number found at work.

21. My TPN (nutrition pumped into my heart) has olive oil and egg in it.

22. I peeled a lemon like an orange.

23. The robot barista at my work can print any image into the foam.

24. An Emotional Support Highland Cow

25. It’s so cold in Chicago that the top of the Willis Tower is frozen.

26. My single extremely long leg hair.

27. Covid vaccine in resin.

28. Door knob is higher at the doctor’s office to prevent kids from escaping.

29. They censored the word “brownie” on all these packages in my local grocery store.

30. The cafe I went to puts a teddy bear espresso ice cube into their iced lattes.

Mike

Mike Primavera

Mike Primavera is a Chicago-based comedy writer even though he doesn't HAVE to work. He lives comfortably off of his family's pasta fortune. Follow him on all social media at @primawesome