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November 4, 2019

This Pop-Up “Restaurant of Mistaken Orders” Only Staffs Waiters with Dementia

When dining out, there's an expectation that your order will be correctly served to you. But if you're going to eat at the Tokyo pop-up called Restaurant of Mistaken Orders, you should rethink your expected outcome. This dining experience is staffed by people living with dementia who may, or may not, get your order right.

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October 15, 2019

Powerful Statue Offers a Contemporary Response to Confederate Monuments

For centuries, the equestrian portrait has played a pivotal role in the politics of art.

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October 11, 2019

Hindu-Muslim Couple Celebrates Their Boundary-Shattering Love in Sweet Photoshoot

Like many couples, Anjali Chakra and Sundas Malik recently celebrated their one year anniversary.

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October 7, 2019

Homeless Woman Known as “Subway Soprano” Gets Record Deal After Singing Video Goes Viral

Just a few days ago, Emily Zamourka thought that her dreams of finding fame in Los Angles were unattainable. Over the last two years, the 52-year-old Russian immigrant had lost her home and, most poignantly, her precious violin—an instrument that was worth much more than its $10,000 value when it was stolen from her. “It was my treasure, and it was my income, too,” she said. “It was everything.

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October 4, 2019

20 Inspiring Van Gogh Quotes to Keep You Motivated to Create

From The Starry Night to the Sunflowers series, Post-Impressionist Vincent van Gogh is known for his pioneering paintings.

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September 25, 2019

440 High Heels Installed on Giant Wall to Honor Female Victims of Domestic Violence

Turkish artist Vahit Tuna has created a haunting installation to draw the public's attention to an important issue—domestic violence.

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September 25, 2019

Grandpa with Vitiligo Crochets Dolls with Same Skin Condition to Give Kids Self-Esteem

Brazilian grandfather João Stanganelli Jr. is using a brand new hobby to help kids who have the same skin condition as him. When he was in his late 30s, Stanganelli began to show signs of vitiligo, a disease in which the epidermis loses pigment and color in patches. Although that didn’t affect his ability to work (vitiligo is painless), a separate heart problem in his early 60s caused his whole world to change.

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September 24, 2019

Generous Plumber Offers Services for Free to Over 2,000 Elderly and Disabled People

Over two years ago, plumber James Anderson received a career-changing call.

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September 11, 2019

Interview: Powerful 3D Mural of Harriet Tubman Reaching Out a Helping Hand

Specializing in large-scale murals, Maryland-based artist Michael Rosato has crafted countless powerful works of public art.

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September 6, 2019

Blind Engineer Invents a Smart Cane That Guides Using Google Maps and Sensors

Recently, forward-thinking designers from all walks of life have found ways to incorporate smart technology into their products. While many of these revolutionized products—like a cat selfie device and a cute planter—simply aim to make life a bit more fun; however, some, like the WeWalk smart cane, strive to make a difference.

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