Photography
September 25, 2015

Adorable Pugs Proudly Pose as 80s and 90s Hip-Hop Icons

Dog photographer Adam Jackman-Moore has combined his appreciation of hip-hop culture with his love of pugs to create an interestingly offbeat photo project called The Pug Life. The series transforms adorable pugs into hardcore 80s and 90s hip-hop icons. There's rapper Snoop Pug, the unforgettable 2-Pug, and the legendary Notorious P.U.G. Each of these talented pets are sporting various accessories that pay homage to their musical muses.

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Environment
September 25, 2015

Adorable 5-Month-Old Domesticated Fox Helps Raise Awareness for Her Species

Rylai is a 5-month-old red fox who has captured the hearts of thousands as one of the cutest pets on Instagram. Since her birth in April, she's spent her days eating, playing, and maintaining an adorably snuggly sleep schedule. Seeing as she's white in color, many assume that Rylai's an arctic fox, but since she was born in captivity, she ended up with a color variation that is appropriately called white marble.

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Design
September 24, 2015

Transparent Dome Shelters Campers While Offering Uninterrupted Views of Natural Surroundings

Star gazing can be a beautiful experience, but a clear view of the night sky often means a lack of privacy or protection against inclement weather. The Oasis (or Oaze) dome intends to change that with its transparent structure that offers uninterrupted 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape. If you want privacy, however, simply close the thick fabric curtains that are installed around its interior.

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Dogs
September 24, 2015

Landlord Welcomes Only Pit Bull Owners to Rent Her House

Finding an apartment can be a stressful endeavor, especially when you have a pitbull. Many landlords have breed restrictions that include this type of dog. Knowing the struggle that these owners go through, Kara Montalbano is making the search a little easier. She's looking to rent her three-bedroom home in Providence, Rhode Island, and her Craigslist ad welcomes breeds of all kinds–especially pit bulls. A few years ago, Montalbano was in a similar situation.

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