Photo Contest
February 29, 2024

Incredible Professional Finalists from the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards

After announcing the National winners, the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards has released the finalists and shortlisted entries for this year's Professional competition. Now in its 17th year, the Professional division is known for its technical mastery and ability to produce original, striking narratives. This year is no exception, with the finalists and shortlist culled from a record number of entries.

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Entertainment
February 29, 2024

Hannah Waddingham’s 9-Year-Old Daughter Handmade a Clutch for Her SAG Awards Outfit

Award shows are a chance for celebrities to showcase their best red carpet looks. Their custom designer outfits have the power to shape popular fashion for years to follow, and they have certainly done so. But rather than following the trends, British actress and television presenter Hannah Waddingham decided to bring a purse unlike any other to the Screen Actors Guild Awards. The unique clutch wasn't actually designed by a big brand name.

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Dogs
February 28, 2024

Jon Stewart Pays Tearful Tribute to His Late Dog Dipper on ‘The Daily Show’

Comedian Jon Stewart recently returned to The Daily Show desk ahead of the 2024 election. But on Monday night, he finished his show with a heartbreaking update. Stewart revealed that his beloved dog, Dipper, had passed the day before the taping. The comedian couldn't help but break down in tears as he shared the story of how the pup came into his life. Before the heartbreaking reveal, Stewart began with a little background on Dipper.

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Food Art
February 28, 2024

Japanese Food Artist Reimagines Onigiri as an Adorable Cast of Characters

At its most basic, onigiri is a Japanese delicacy made of white rice wrapped in nori (seaweed). But for one food artist, it's a whole universe filled with creative possibilities. A chef known as Onigiri Gekijō (“Rice ball theater” in Japanese) transforms this reliable snack into adorable characters that are almost too cute to eat. As opposed to the traditional triangular and circular shapes, these onigiris are shaped like cute animals with fully detailed expressions.

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