Science
November 11, 2020

Neuroscientist Makes Playlist of the Happiest Songs According to Science

What is your happy song? According to one Dutch neuroscientist, most happy songs have some distinctive traits in common. Several years ago, Dr. Jacob Jolij—at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands—was asked to examine a list of favorite songs compiled by the UK-based electronica band Alba. Although not a peer reviewed study, his investigation discovered several trends among the given examples of perky music.

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Art
November 11, 2020

10 Abstract Art Prints to Enhance Your Home’s Ambiance

When thinking about how to set the mood in your home, one of the most important elements is the art you choose to display. The right print can help create the perfect ambiance, whether you are looking for a calm, relaxing atmosphere or you simply need a space filled with positive energy. Abstract art makes a great focal point for any room and is sure to be a conversation starter.

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Style
November 10, 2020

Japanese Designer Fashions a Cyberpunk Kimono With a Neon Backpack

The neon-lit streets of Tokyo often look like the set of a futuristic, sci-fi movie. Shopping and entertainment hubs seem to constantly glow in colorful electric light, and walking through them feels like being on the set of Blade Runner. And while there’s plenty of avant-garde fashion to be found, there’s nothing quite like the futuristic gear designed by a Japanese artist known as Tanago.

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