Chicago’s Fresh Food Vending Machine

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Founder Luke Saunders prefers the term “kiosk,” but there’s no denying that his Chicago-based Farmer’s Fridge invention is actually a veggie vending machine. Built from recycled barn wood and sporting a touchscreen display, the machine dispenses farm-fresh salads in plastic containers, as well as a variety of healthy drink and snack options. The machine is restocked every 24 hours and by layering the ingredients within …

Make Your Thing

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If all goes well with their Kickstarter campaign, Jesse Thorn (NPR host and founder of Maximum Fun) plans to launch the next generation of conferences for independent creators. “Make Your Thing”—potentially taking place 17-19 October 2014—will provide guidance and inspiration from established artists and makers, and even host a creator’s bazaar. Conversation, parties and hands-on activities will take place at LA’s Park Plaza Hotel with …

The Young Afghan Refugee

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For the past 30 years, more people have fled Afghanistan than anywhere else in the world. There are 1.7 million registered in Pakistan alone, and that doesn’t include those who are undocumented. The Associated Press’ chief photographer for Pakistan, Islamabad-based Muhammed Muheisen, shot portraits of Afghan children who are living in a slum in the outskirts of the city. Through these photographs, Muheisen leaves no …