1. Twinkies are back.
2. Thanksgivukkah.
This year — for the first time in a while — Thanksgiving and the first day of Hanukkah fall on the same date: November 28. It won't happen again until the year 79811. That's neat.
3. The word "Mwahahaha" was added to the dictionary.
4. A 3D printer was used to make a functional human ear.
5. So many people fulfilled their lifelong Hadouken dreams.
6. Self-driving cars are becoming a reality.
You may not be aware, but these things already exist. Sure, you can't just go out and buy one yet — but they're out there.
7. As of this year, fourteen states in the US issue marriage licenses for same-sex couples.
8. This meme was outstanding while it lasted.
9. The airplane restrictions on liquid in carry-on bags were lifted.
10. Beloved franchise Jurassic Park turned 20 years old, and the next chapter was announced: Jurassic World, in theaters in 2015.
11. The supermoon on June 23.
12. You experienced your one and only 11-12-13.
