ISSUE #3 OF "KNOW YOUR STRANGE STATUES"

This beauty is called Le Pouce (the thumb). It stands 36 feet tall and weighs about 18 tons. It's creator was Caesar Baldacinni and, so, it is often referred to as "Caesar's Thumb." When visiting gay Paris, don't forget to snap a pic of you with everyone's favorite digit. After all, it's what separates us from the rest of the animal kingdom.

This edition of rustedeye is all news... in case you missed the really important stories over the weekend.

1. The smell of death.
2. Why Jesus looks like he belongs in a 70s rock band.
3. The Underground Railroad... for assholes.
4. The perfect Christmas gift for your 8-year-old slut.
5. "It's not about hate. I have colored friends and they don't mind." So says Tiffany.