Jewelry
July 20, 2022

Artist Designs Chandeliers for Your Ears That Actually Light Up

There are many ways to make a statement with your accessories. But of them, few are as noticeable as light-up jewelry; yes, real, illuminated pieces! Designer Diana Caldarescu creates chandelier ear accessories that are their own light source. With a battery pack that stays hidden behind the earlobe, the pieces are made with brass, dollhouse lighting fixtures, and Swarovski teardrop crystals.

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Astronomy
July 19, 2022

Software Developer Creates Interactive Tool That Compares Space Images From Webb and Hubble Telescopes

The world is buzzing with excitement about space thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). When NASA released the telescope's first images in mid-July, everyone's mind was blown by the results. And while the images are spectacular, we see so much incredible photography these days that sometimes we need to be reminded just how far we've come. That's where the comparisons with the Hubble Space Telescope came in.

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Painting
July 19, 2022

Artist’s ‘Abstract Realism’ Paintings Capture the Wild Bond Between Women and Animals

Artist Dimitra Milan is something of a painting wunderkind. She's been a professional artist since she was a teenager, encouraged by her artist parents and guided by her innate ability to combine realistic elements with colorful, ethereal settings. The alluring fusion is known as abstract realism. Each piece, with its recognizable forms and free-flowing elements, invites you to study and consider the color, symbolism, and technique.

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News
July 18, 2022

UK Cinema Offers Free Entry To Red-Haired People To Cool Off Indoors Amid National Heat Wave

On July 18 and 19, parts of the UK are anticipated to experience extreme heat, with temperatures reaching up to 100°F (37.8°C). The Met Office issued a weather warning urging people to take extra precautions during this time, like carrying water bottles and staying out of the Sun, if possible. However, some groups will still find these conditions difficult.

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