James May World’s Longest Scalextric Track

James May World’s Longest Scalextric Track

James May a presenter on BBC’s Top Gear alongside Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond broke the world record for the longest slot car-racing track. The record attempt was filmed for a series called James May’s Toy Stories on BBC2 later this year. More pictures after the jump. Continue reading “James May World’s Longest Scalextric Track”

Man Climbs Building Using DIY Vacuum Gloves

Man Climbs Building Using DIY Vacuum Gloves

Jem Stansfield invented his own vacuum gloves that made from ordinary vacuum cleaner for BBC science show “Bang Goes the Theory” and climbed up BBC bulding (120ft) for the demonstration. Video after the jump. Continue reading “Man Climbs Building Using DIY Vacuum Gloves”

The Boy Who Sees Without Eyes

The Boy Who Sees Without Eyes

This is a documentary about a boy (Ben Underwood) who has taught himself to use echo location to navigate around the world. Ben Underwood is blind, but has managed to do some truly extraordinary feats. Videos after the jump Continue reading “The Boy Who Sees Without Eyes”