Animals
November 5, 2018

Meet Lotus: The Majestic Maine Coon Cat Who’s a Gigantic Ball of Love

Due to their majestic size and sociable nature, Maine Coons are known as the “gentle giants” of the domestic cat world. With distinctive long fur that frames their expressive faces like a lion’s mane, these felines have a unique mythical quality that makes them a favorite among cat lovers all over the world. One Maine Coon beauty to recently catch our attention is Lotus, a glamorous fluff ball who’s full of personality.

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Architecture
November 4, 2018

Vibrant Photos Immortalize Antoni Gaudí’s Colorful ‘El Capricho’ in Spain

While most of architect Antoni Gaudí‘s masterpieces are found in Catalonia, there is one precious gem that is located in northern Spain. El Capricho is an incredible villa that was built by Gaudí between 1883 and 1885 as the summer residence for a wealthy patron. Also known as the Villa Quijano, the vibrant building is a wonderful example of his early work.

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Style
November 2, 2018

The Cosmic Cool NASA x Vans “Space Voyager Collection” Has Just Landed

To celebrate six decades of space exploration and discovery, skatewear fashion brand Vans has just launched a stellar collection of footwear and apparel inspired by NASA’s original space suits. The Vans Space Voyager Collection allows aspiring astronauts of all ages to show their love of space in style. The cosmic collection includes eight footwear iterations on Van’s classic skate models, including the Sk8-Hi and Old Skool.

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Portrait Photography
November 1, 2018

Interview: Photographer Captures Powerful Portraits of Marginalized Children in Bangladesh

Bangladeshi photographer Mou Aysha is using her skills to spotlight the plight of street children in her country. Through moving portraits of children in Dhaka and the Bangladeshi countryside, Aysha gives a voice to those who are often unheard. Aysha, who views her photography as a humanitarian way to enact change, has cultivated a strong following on Instagram, with over 31,000 supporters.

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