Style
October 2, 2018

“Flower Vase Hair” Has People Turning Their Locks Into Real Vases Atop Their Heads

Instagram is known as the place where beauty and hair trends emerge and take the world by storm. They run the gamut between practical and quirky, but they always captivate us with their artistry. The latest Insta-fad to enthrall the internet is as beautifully bizarre as it sounds: Flower Vase Hair. This look, ideal for those with long locks, features tresses that are assembled atop the head like Marge Simpson.

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Creative Products
October 2, 2018

Spaceship-Inspired Cat Beds Give Kitties a Stellar Spot to Snooze

Today, many cat-loving contemporary designers create quirky pet beds that pair coziness with creativity. Ranging from tiny tents to fruit tarts, these novelty pieces are a purr-fect way to have fun with pet supplies. Taking this concept into the cosmos, Myzoo Studio has launched a line of cat beds inspired by spaceships. This out-of-this-world collection of beds comprises three stellar models: Alpha, Beta, and Gamma.

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Photography
October 1, 2018

Astonishing Photos of Super Typhoon Trami Taken From Outer Space

Super typhoon Trami wreaked havoc on Japan this weekend, as strong winds and torrential rains battered the country. In the days leading up to the incredible typhoon, there was no better view of the devastating storm than from outer space. From his perch at the International Space Station, astronaut Alexander Gerst snapped some incredible photos of the typhoon a few days before it hit land.

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Photojournalism
September 30, 2018

Interview: Powerful Portraits of Indigenous Women of Siberia Aging Alone

Photographer Oded Wagenstein is a storyteller at heart. Using his camera, Wagenstein travels the world, exploring themes of aging, loss, and memory. By mixing his background of anthropology, sociology, and film, he shines a vital spotlight on communities that are often forgotten, and dedicates his artistry to giving a visual voice to those who may go unheard. His recent series Forgotten Like Last Year's Snow, focuses on the women of northern Siberia's nomadic communities.

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