Food Art
April 26, 2016

Unique Strain of Corn Has Naturally Rainbow-Colored Kernals That Look Like Glass Jewels

Nature often surprises us with the amazing things it produces, and Glass Gem corn is a fantastic instance of when the line between what's real and fake is blurred. The rainbow-colored kernels resemble brilliantly-hued strands of jewels rather than something you'd find on your plate. They're all natural, however, and are the result of heirloom-style farming as well as selective planting. The story behind these special corn cobs started with an Oklahoma-based farmer named Carl Barnes.

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Photography
April 25, 2016

Photographer Captures Beautiful Photos of Newlyweds in Wedding Ring Reflections

Photographer Peter Adams-Shawn of Memories of Tomorrow Photography has found an inventive way to capture newlywed couples: by snapping their reflections in their rings. He calls the series Ringscapes, and the photos are as diverse and different as the brides and grooms themselves, each one more imaginative than the one before. Adams-Shawn says his compositions have continuously evolved to attempt new perspectives and creative challenges.

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Travel
April 25, 2016

Winding Pathway Offers Unforgettable Journey Through Portugal’s Stunning Natural Landscape

The Paiva Walkways hug the banks of the Paiva River in Arouca, Portugal, offering world-class views of some of the country's stunning natural scenery. The 8-km (about 5-mile) stretch of infrastructure provides a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls, and flora and fauna of the area, without extensive interference of the surrounding environment.

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Photography
April 24, 2016

Photographer Captures Photos of Stranger’s Suave Street Style Every Sunday

Every Sunday, the same suave gentleman shows up outside the Nazarene Temple Apostolic Faith Church in Baltimore, Maryland, dressed in a different dapper outfit. M. Jordan Tierney, a local artist and photographer, has been snapping his portrait every week for many months now as she passes him on the way to a nearby farmers market, according to a friend who shared the series of 86 images on Imgur.

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