Dave Barry's Blog

THIS IS WHY YOU DO NOT HEAR YOUR TOMATOES CRYING FOR HELP

Scientists found that a caterpillar called the tomato fruit worm not only chomps on tomatoes and their leaves, but also deposits enzyme-laden saliva on the plant, interfering with its ability to cry for help.

(Thanks to Ralph)

WE OLDER HUMANS COULD USE SOMETHING LIKE THIS

"After conducting research and speaking with veterinary staff, the aquarist team decided to attach a block of material to the top of the crab’s shell to increase buoyancy and allow her to stand with less effort," the Aquarium said.

(Thanks to Ralph)

IT WAS RELEASED AFTER PRODUCING A VALID FLORIDA DRIVER’S LICENSE

Seal found in P.E.I. neighbourhood gets ride in police cruiser

(Thanks to Doug Ogg)

WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG?

The Medical Board of California said it would investigate a plastic surgeon who appeared in a videoconference for his traffic violation trial while operating.

(Thanks to Jim Kenaston, pharmaross and Bill Hudgins)

IN AN AFFECTIONATE MANNER, WE ARE CERTAIN

The man said Morgan grabbed his testicles and squeezed them while he was standing in the living room.

(Thanks to Mikey)