Good day, bad day: May 21, 2012
Google's Chrome becomes the web's most popular browser, while pet owls see their popularity plummet — and more winners and losers of today's news cycle
GOOD DAY FOR:
Google's world domination
Google Chrome surpasses Windows Internet Explorer to become the most used web browser on Earth. [Tecca]
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Throwback jerseys
The oldest known Babe Ruth jersey sells for a record-breaking $4.4 million, making it the most expensive piece of sports memorabilia ever. [Business Insider]
Submerged swilling
Beer maker Guinness celebrates its 250th birthday by converting a submarine into an underwater bar. [Discovery News]
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BAD DAY FOR:
Spin-cycle parenting
Two parents attempt to scare their child in a laundromat by putting him in a washing machine, which turns on when they shut the door. [Gawker]
Fair-weather pet owningB
As the popularity of the Harry Potter series wanes, hundreds of Potter fans abandon their pet owls. [Geekosystem]
Pot deals
Harbor Patrol agents in California discover 4 tons of marijuana worth $3.6 million floating in the ocean, without a boat in sight. [Newser]
For more winners and losers see: Good day, bad day: May 18, 2012
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