<![CDATA[io9: rain]]> http://tags.lifehacker.com/assets/base/img/thumbs140x140/io9.com.png <![CDATA[io9: rain]]> http://io9.com/tag/rain http://io9.com/tag/rain <![CDATA[UFO Cap Keeps You Dry and Attracts Aliens]]> Korean researchers have come up with a novel alternative to umbrellas and raincoats in this alien-inspired "UFO Cap." It's a UFO-shaped head-and-chest cover that prevents raindrops from splattering on your face. This look may also help humans look less threatening to arriving aliens, who may find solace in the fact that we resemble their vehicles. Check out the full ad below, which promises the UFO Cap will be "the wings for your arms."

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There is a reason why you never see extraterrestrials fumbling to prevent bulky umbrellas from flying away in a rainstorm.

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]]> http://io9.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=375193&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Wachowskis Go Ninja and There is Much Rejoicing]]> Collin Chou, who played the Seraph in the Wachowski's Matrix trilogy, has confirmed that he'll be starring in a fantastical ninja movie to be produced by the Wachowskis. He couldn't say much about it, but did admit it would have fantasy elements and that production is set to start next month. Korean pop singer Rain, who most recently played a cyborg in I'm a Cyborg But That's OK, will also be in the flick, rumored to be called Ninja Assassin. [Sci Fi Wire]

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