Animals
November 2, 2016

Psychologist Discovers That Dogs Dream About the Humans They Love

Have you ever wondered if dogs really dream about chasing kittens and cats? According to Harvard psychologist, Dr. Deirdre Barrett, canines are likely dreaming about their human caretakers. Barrett has been studying sleep behavior in humans for years. Although she says there's no 100% certainty to know what animals dream about, Barrett can extrapolate what she knows about humans—because after all, we are animals, too.

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Funny
October 26, 2016

Guy and His Beloved Dog Look Alike, So They Dress in Adorable Matching Outfits

In the unbreakable bond between an animal and their human, the two are sometimes so close that they can start to look alike. When Topher Brophy met the adorable Aussiedoodle dog Rosenberg, they became fast friends. As Brophy explained to The Dodo, “Rosenberg has a temperament unlike any dog I've ever met. He has an almost regal sense of tranquility, confidence and inner wisdom.

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Photography
October 25, 2016

Teen Bullied for Her Dark Skin Becomes Model and Offers Powerful Advice About Loving Yourself

Looking different from your peers can make you the target for unwanted attention. It’s something that many struggle with, but 19-year-old Khoudia Diop has learned to ignore the haters and focus on the positivity in her own life. Once bullied because of her skin color, the Senegalese model has adopted an optimistic attitude (and title) as a self-proclaimed “Melanin Goddess” who is now taking the internet by storm with her stunning beauty.

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Photography
October 24, 2016

Striking Black & White Portraits of Elegant Dancers Caught in Captivating Motion

Based in St. Petersburg, artist Vadim Stein boasts an extensive and eclectic background. Though he currently identifies as a photographer, videographer, sculptor, and stage designer, his past creative endeavors span graphic design, art restoration, and even acting. Each experience—though seemingly disparate—has influenced his contemporary projects, like his recent stunning series of dramatic dance portraits.

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