Nice and interesting list. I swear some of of this is not new to 2006, like the eyelash thingy:

50 Things We Know Now (That We Didn’t Know This Time Last Year) 2006 Edition

This is just messed up and a waste of time for the police.

Kid Arrested for Playing With Christmas Present

Remember that silly string stuff in the spray cans? It was featured in the Tom Hanks’ flick, Big? Well, it’s saving soldiers’ lives:

Not So Silly String In Iraq

Here’s a wacky list of strange and interesting gadgets — all powered by USB ports:

Top Ten Weirdest (But Useful) USB Gadgets

Ignore the crappy design/look of the page, but this list is absurd for two reasons: 1) That people took the time and effort for these inventions. 2) The U.S. Patent office took the time to review and issue the patents!

Totally Absurd Inventions and Patents

Neat little contraption to strap on while riding your bike, though I can honestly get those speeds on a road bike sans gas-powered fan. Make sure to view the video on the page:

PacificWind ThrustPac: The Most Fun You Can Have with Your Clothes On

Looks pretty Photoshopped, but pretty freaking funny and bizarre. I can’t imagine any dog tolerating the compressed gas (NOS!) on the collar:

Float-a-Pet Inflatable Collar Helps Track, Save Dog’s Life

Check out this video of Diet Coke and Mentos madness. Very cool demonstration!

Diet Coke + Mentos