Street Photography
October 14, 2025

Illuminating Essence of New York City in the 1980s Captured in Vintage Color Photos

Photographer Jeff Rothstein is known for his timeless black-and-white street photography of New York City, which he’s been shooting since the late 1960s. However, the photographer’s work in color is equally revealing, showcasing a different side of the city he calls home. His vintage color photography, taken on color slide film from the 1980s to 1991, offers an interesting glimpse into Manhattan’s urban fabric.

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Entertainment
October 13, 2025

RIP Diane Keaton: Oscar-Winning ‘Annie Hall’ Actor Dies at 79

Legendary actor Diane Keaton—best known for her roles in Annie Hall, The Godfather, and Father of the Bride—passed away on October 11, at the age of 79. Her unexpected death was confirmed by Dori Rath, a producer of Keaton’s films; however, there are no further details available at this time. Diane Keaton’s big breakthrough came with Annie Hall (1977), the role that earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress.

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Archeology
October 12, 2025

Archeologists Discover Neolithic Earthworks That Are 2,000 Years Older Than Stonehenge

Several years ago, between 2011 and 2017, archeologists discovered something unexpected in Rechnitz, a small town nestled in Burgenland, Austria’s easternmost and least populous state. Aerial and geomagnetic surveys from the time revealed a series of concentric circles carved deep beneath the grass, raising questions about their origins. In September 2025, researchers finally completed their excavation of the site, unveiling monumental earthworks that are nearly 2,000 years older than the Pyramids of Giza and Stonehenge.

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