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The Genius of Walter Becker
Steely Dan co-founder Walter Becker, who passed away at the weekend, was widely regarded as one of music’s greats—though not as a brilliant guitarist or vocalist, but rather a genius when it …
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Star Wars-Inspired Observatory in Cyprus
Set to track celestial phenomena from India to the Mediterranean, a new observatory will be built in Cyprus. Most excitingly, the structure (which was designed by Kyriakos Tsolakis Architects) draws inspiration from …
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Daan Roosegaarde’s Smog Vacuum Cleaner and Other Inventions
Explaining that creativity is the true investment capital of the future, inventor Daan Roosegaarde’s optimism for the future hinges upon the power of human imagination. Roosegaarde himself, under the name Studio Roosegaarde, …
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Miranda July’s Interfaith Charity Shop
There are some 10,000 charity shops in the United Kingdom, and now—thanks to artist and filmmaker Miranda July and Artangel—there is the first-ever interfaith charity store. The pop-up (which is open from …
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Mario Testino Auctions His Collection of Photos
With proceeds going to Lima’s Museo MATE, an upcoming Sotheby’s auction will see Mario Testino’s personal collection of photographs up for grabs. Over the years, Testino’s gathered an impressive body of work …
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Manolo Blahnik Documentary Has a Fashion Month Release Date
A documentary about iconic shoe designer Manolo Blahnik has finally got a release date, after months of trailers and teasers. The film, narrated by Blahnik himself, will be out 29 September and …
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Upcoming Graphic Novel About Frida Kahlo
Illustrated by Vanna Vinci, the new graphic novel “Frida Kahlo: The Story Of Her Life” endeavors to illuminate her ups, downs, passions and immense talent. The story is set to be part …
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LA City Council to Replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day
Today, the Los Angeles City Council voted to replace the Columbus Day holiday with Indigenous Peoples Day—a move that has many LA locals happy considering Columbus’ legacy is marred with slavery and …
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A Menagerie of 13,000-Year-Old Life
In the low oxygen waters of a deep pit inside a cave known as Hoyo Negro (“Black Hole”), scientists have not only found the 13,000-year-old remains of a female body but also …
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Netflix Has a Cannabis Range
Inspired by 10 of its shows, Netflix has produced a series of different cannabis strains. Not for sale—Netflix is using it as a promotional tool only—the weed will be available at West …