# Balloons

All time

# Arizona

David Blaine floats over desert with helium balloons in latest stunt

The stunt was reminiscent of a scene in the film Up.

43.9k

Sep 3rd 2020, 8:49 AM

# Sinn Féin Ard Fheis

SF motion to prevent 5G rollout defeated, while party votes to ban balloon releases

The motion called for a review to establish the “independent facts” about the possible health impact of 5G rollout.

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Nov 16th 2019, 7:30 PM

# Uh oh

This teacher accidentally bought some very rude looking balloons for their class

Whoops.

5.4k

Dec 19th 2015, 2:14 PM

# Look Up

You might spot balloons in the sky this weekend... here's why

A giant balloon launch is taking place for a good cause.

15.9k

Aug 1st 2015, 10:47 AM

# up up and away

Man takes to the sky in deck chair suspended by 120 balloons

Daniel Boria said it was the most fun thing he’s ever done.

16.9k

Jul 7th 2015, 2:07 PM

# wanton act of terror

Activists postpone plans to send 10,000 copies of The Interview to North Korea

The move followed warnings of military reprisals.

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Mar 23rd 2015, 2:30 PM

# flaming nora

This is exactly why you should never put sparklers near balloons

Unless you want to dance with death, of course.

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Mar 19th 2015, 10:51 AM

# i'll burst ye

Did you know that you can pop a balloon with an orange?

You definitely need to know how to do this.

5.6k

Mar 2nd 2015, 10:00 PM

# balooneys

This is the most hilariously inappropriate balloon game you'll ever see

Somebody stop this madness.

3.7k

Jan 9th 2015, 7:44 AM

# noooooooo

Someone made a heartbreaking video compilation of kids losing their balloons

Why. WHYYYYYYYYY.

3.5k

Sep 8th 2014, 7:50 PM

# magic

Genius dad invents way to fill up and tie 100 water balloons per minute

At last, our saviour has arrived.

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Jul 24th 2014, 8:50 PM

# up up and away

Google wants to start beaming internet from its balloons as early as next year

It’s hoped that the project will see between 300 to 400 balloons circulating the globe, offering continuous service to a targeted area.

8.2k

Jun 16th 2014, 6:25 PM

# Up In The Air

Delighted dogs try to keep balloon from touching the ground

Wonder do they also play ‘the floor is lava’ at home?

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Jun 5th 2014, 10:30 PM

# rings around the world

Google's WiFi-carrying balloon circles the world in under a month

It was originally expected that Google’s balloon would complete a trip in 33 days, but the Ibis-167 managed to complete the journey with 11 days to spare.

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Apr 4th 2014, 2:56 PM

# Never too old

We don't care how old you are, you are never too old for...

Keepy uppies, swings, licking the spoon…

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Nov 2nd 2013, 8:15 PM

# Internet

Living in a remote part of the world? Google wants to get internet access to you with balloons

Google is launching balloons into near space to beam internet access to the world below.

10.9k

Jun 15th 2013, 6:15 PM

# taking to the skies

Up in the air: Balloon festival takes to the skies of England

Looks like a relaxing way to spend a Monday afternoon.

4.2k

Aug 6th 2012, 4:19 PM

# pic of the day

Unexpected Ministerial Balloon Photoshoot of the Day

No comment.

2.0k

May 17th 2012, 11:39 AM

# Giving it socks

Packages of warm socks sent to North Koreans... by balloon

It’s hoped the socks will float over the border after being launched from South Korea earlier today.

3.5k

Jan 28th 2012, 1:56 PM

# Squirrel

SQUIRREL! The house from UP is now a reality

A group of builders and architects have faithfully recreated the cartoon house from the Disney movie, right down to the mural above the fireplace…talking dog not included.

1.4k

Jul 15th 2011, 10:32 AM

# Daily Fix

The Daily Fix: Tuesday

This evening’s Daily Fix includes: Tallaght Hospital text messages; violent clashes in Egypt’s capital; and Discovery prepares for final journey home.

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Mar 8th 2011, 8:15 PM