May 1, 2023

15 AAPI-Owned Etsy Shops to Support During AAPI Heritage Month and Beyond

The month of May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, or AAPI. During this time, we recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have enriched the United States’ history and are vital to its future success. Part of celebrating this time is learning the stories of people who are part of this community.

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May 1, 2023

High School Senior Graduates Early and Receives Admission to 180 Colleges and Over $9M in Scholarships

Applying to college is an important occasion for most teens. And while the average student will look at a handful of universities, one teenager in Louisiana named Dennis Maliq Barnes applied to 200 schools across the country and received acceptances to 180 of them. On top of that, he is being offered over $9 million in scholarships, breaking the Guinness World Record previously held by a Lafayette high school senior.

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May 1, 2023

Photographer’s Aerial Photos Give a New Perspective on the Art of Ballet

Photographer Brad Walls is known for his artistic use of drones. And in his new series, he's using the technology to produce work that turns traditional ballet photography upside down. While most ballet photography focuses on a single dancer, Walls wanted to highlight the teamwork that goes into this art form. To do so, he collaborated with six dancers from the English National Ballet.

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April 30, 2023

28 Creative ‘Star Wars’ Kitchen Gadgets That Are Fun and Functional

If you thought Baby Yoda was adorable, wait until you see how cute these Star Wars-themed kitchen gadgets are. Whether you want a pressure cooker or just a fun apron, there’s a nifty Star Wars version available—check out this BB-8 Instant Pot and Chewbacca apron. The best part is you won’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to grab these gadgets for yourself.

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