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July 26, 2023

Barbie Dolls That Traveled to Space Are Now on Exhibit at the Smithsonian

This Barbie is an astronaut. This Barbie is a scientist. This Barbie is a Smithsonian star. “Barbie goes to space” is a story which began in 1965, when Miss Astronaut debuted. This earliest space Barbie was actually a space outfit to be added to existing dolls, but it was remarkably timely—released only two years after the first woman in space, Valentina Tereshkova.

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Dance

July 26, 2023

Ballet Dancer Acts Out ‘Swan Lake’ Against the Dramatic Background of Salt Flats

Photographer Brad Walls is known for his creative aerial photography of ballet dancers.

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Health

July 26, 2023

Research Finds Up to 35% of the World’s Population Sneezes After Seeing Bright Light

Do you sneeze after seeing bright light? Well, you're not alone.

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July 26, 2023

All-Terrain Track Chairs Added to All Minnesota State Parks for Improved Accessibility

Nature is for everyone; however, it's not always accessible for all. The logistics of trail travel and park infrastructure often leave visitors with mobility disabilities unable to fully experience the park offerings. The state of Minnesota is actively trying to remedy this situation by purchasing more all-terrain track chairs that allow visitors to leave the pavement and set forth on adventure.

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Drawing

July 26, 2023

10 Architectural Drawing Tips From a Professional Artist

Illustrator Demi Lang knows a thing or two about creating a stunning work of art.

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Design

July 25, 2023

Adorable Train Redesigned With Sacred Nara Deer Decor Is a Big Hit in Japan

Seeing wild animals in the middle of a city is a rare occurrence in most places, but not in the...

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July 25, 2023

New California Law Covers 100% of College Costs for Foster Youth

Financing higher education is a challenge for most U.S. students, but it can be particularly difficult for those in foster care. A new law in California seeks to change the circumstances of over 60,000 foster youth by covering the entire cost of college—from tuition to housing—at any UC, Cal State, or California community college.

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Astronomy

July 25, 2023

ESO Unveils Incredible Photo Revealing How Giant Planets Are Formed

The European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope (VLT)

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Entertainment

July 25, 2023

Jamie Lee Curtis Congratulates Lindsay Lohan On the Birth of Her Son: “I’ve Become a Movie Grandmother”

Twenty years after the film Freaky Friday hit theaters, its costars still share a special bond.

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July 25, 2023

Scuba Diver Recovers Woman’s Lost $9,500 Wedding Ring From the Bottom of a Lake

Retrieving a lost ring from a lake sounds like looking for a needle in haystack. Luckily, this seemingly impossible task turned out to be a successful rescue mission for one skilled scuba diver. After a woman named Jennie lost her wedding ring while she was swimming with her family in Bass Lake, California, she reached out for help.

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