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March 30, 2026

Designer Reinvents the Classic Ruler With Playful, Winding Measurements

Simple but brilliant, the ruler is one of those indispensable tools we’ve all used. Without it, our world would be far less measured and a lot less exact, but this rigid precision leaves little room for play and spontaneity. Inspired by this idea, product designer Tomas Kral reimagines the everyday tool with the Way ruler. The Way ruler—made from anodized aluminum—features clear, functional markings along its edge, just like a traditional ruler.

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March 28, 2026

Designer Unveils How the Burning Man Temple Will Look in 2026, and It’s Inspired by a Rare Flower

The legendary Burning Man is a temporary city that is reconstructed, in differing forms, year after year. Artists and architects build structures with the intention of removing them. How can they impart meaning to something that will soon be dismantled? For 2026, designer James Gwertzman approaches this challenge with the Temple of the Moon, a project that combines parametric design, environmental responsiveness, and ritual space. The forthcoming structure will be at the heart of this year’s event.

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March 27, 2026

United Airlines To Offer ‘Relax Row’ That Turns Economy Seats Into a Bed for Long Flights

Air travel can be uncomfortable, particularly when you have to spend several hours in cramped economy seats. Hoping to offer an alternative to those who would like to lie down without splurging on a first-class ticket, United Airlines has introduced Relax Row. In this new concept, three contiguous seats can be turned into a bed for long-haul flights.

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March 27, 2026

Bill Murray Says 19th-Century Painting at Art Institute of Chicago Saved His Life

Actor Bill Murray is known for his eccentric and at times aloof demeanor. But despite his public persona, he is an artist through and through, and is moved by powerful art just like anyone else. In fact, he has declared that a painting saved him at one of the lowest points in his life. Murray recounted this moment during a press conference for the 2014 film The Monuments Men.

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