Photography
November 28, 2015

Surrealist Street Photos by Chang Chao-Tang Reveal Glimpses of Taiwan in Decades Past

At the center of Taiwan's art scene is photographer Chang Chao-Tang, whose roots go back to 1959, when he first picked up a camera as a high school student. Known for his primarily black-and-white street photos that reflect a strange and absurd reality in unexpected, everyday moments, Chang captures striking portraits that blend ideas of western surrealism and existentialism within Chinese ideology.

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Science
November 24, 2015

Mysterious Poodle Moth Looks Like a Real-Life Fairy

This fuzzy creature is equal parts adorable and puzzling, making you question the line between reality and science fiction. Setting the internet on fire due to its bizarre resemblance to a Pokemon or demonic Furby, meet the mysterious Venezuelan Poodle Moth. First discovered in 2009 by zoologist Arthur Anker of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, an enigmatic snapshot of the strange little guy quickly made its rounds online.

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Design
November 22, 2015

Revolutionary "Homefarm" Combines Retirement Homes with Eco-Friendly Vertical Farming

Architecture firm Spark has recently unveiled Homefarm, a health, housing and farming concept that revolutionizes urban retirement. The proposed plan would offer its residents a space for living and another for farming, allowing them to take part in the agricultural process if they wish. Spark's idea is an alternative to typical retirement communities and nursing homes, which can feel impersonal and sterile. Instead, they hope to make this lifestyle change an active and empowering experience.

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Nature
November 19, 2015

800-Year-Old Ancient Extinct Squash Uncovered During Archeological Dig on Menominee Indian Reservation

An archaeological dig on the First Nation's Menominee Reservation in Wisconsin yielded some unexpected results when a clay vessel about the size of a tennis ball was uncovered. After carbon dating, it was revealed that the pot was over 800 years old and contained a variety of seeds from a species of squash believed to be extinct.

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