Style
October 25, 2022

Marge Simpson’s Hair Is Turned Into a Fuzzy Shoe in New Adidas Collaboration

For over 34 years, The Simpsons have been on small screens around the world. And while we're accustomed to seeing these characters on TV, a new collaboration with adidas reimagines Marge Simpson—Homer’s wife—in the form of a Superstar shoe. The clever design incorporates Marge's iconic blue hair into the texture of the sneaker, making the item look tantalizingly tactile and fluffy, as well as a chic fashion statement.

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Cats
October 25, 2022

Fenrir the Therapy Cat Is Officially the World’s Tallest Living Cat in the Guinness World Records

Meet Fenrir, the friendly feline who has officially been named the world’s tallest living domestic cat, as confirmed by Guinness World Records. With this title under his belt, this cat can certainly stand tall. But there’s actually even more for him to be proud of. The almost 3-year-old kitty is a beloved therapy cat. Fenrir’s human, Dr.

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Photo Contest
October 24, 2022

20 Outstanding Images From the 2022 British Photography Awards Shortlist

The wealth of photographic talent in the UK is on full display thanks to the British Photography Awards. Over 15,000 photographers submitted their photos, which have been narrowed to a shortlist of 379 images. Across the competition's 19 categories, photographers have shown off their incredible technical and artistic skills. Standouts include Jacki Gordon's clever composition, which earned her a place on the Birdlife Shortlist.

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Video
October 24, 2022

Hiker Fends off a Terrifying Bear Attack While Climbing Down a Mountain

A mountain climber was maneuvering down a rocky ridge on Mount Futago in the Saitama Prefecture of Japan, when he had a terrifying encounter. Suddenly, from seemingly out of nowhere, a black bear came and attacked him from behind. The climber fought back; from higher ground, he began screaming, kicking, and using a hammer fist in order to scare the creature and drive it away. It worked, and the bear eventually retreated.

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