Lost Horizons: On The Day You Died
It’s been two years since the loss of David Bowie, and works like “On The Day You Died” by Lost Horizons continue to be released, honoring the inspirational artist. Entirely instrumental, the …
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The Necessity of Free Arts and Culture
Many people have been upset by the announcement from NYC’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, wherein they instate an admission fee of $25 for out-of-state visitors. It’s easy to understand why. In a …
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Jenga Ocean, a Game Made from Recycled Fishing Nets
Taking eco-friendly to new heights, Jenga Ocean is the first-ever game made from recycled fishing nets. Each set is produced from 25 square feet of nets sourced via Bureo’s Net Positiva recycling …
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Tetra, the Microwave-Sized Countertop Dishwasher
For anyone dreaming of owning a dishwasher, the Tetra removes just about all obstacles. It plugs into any wall outlet and it costs just $299. It’s about the size of a microwave, …
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How to Freeze Soap Bubbles in Winter Weather
A craze transfixing photographers lately: capturing the freezing process of soap bubbles in winter weather yields orbs with glorious, unexpected patterning. No two bubbles are the same, and footage at Fstoppers reveals …
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Luke Skywalker’s Jedi Hideaway aka Earth’s Skellig Michael Island
Even if one has only seen the trailer for The Last Jedi, a glimpse at Luke Skywalker’s verdant, cliffy hideaway leaves an imprint. This remarkable, exotic destination—referred to in the film as …
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Amazon’s Alexa Moves into the Kitchen
First there were lightbulbs, then door locks. But soon, Amazon’s Alexa will have power in the kitchen, too. Amazon has added cooking abilities within Alexa’s Smart Home Skill framework. This means users …
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Norman Lykes Home Is On The Market
In Phoenix, Arizona, Frank Lloyd Wright’s last residential design has returned to the market one year after its previous listing (which did not result in a sale). The curvaceous Norman Lykes Home …
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An Algorithm to Predict the Death of Terminally Ill Patients
A thoughtful, riveting piece from author and oncologist Siddhartha Mukherjee in the New York Times Magazine touches upon the current, general inaccuracies in predicting how much time remains in the lives of …
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Amazon Patent’s Mirror for Virtually Trying on Clothes
Utilizing a camera scanning system, displays and projectors, Amazon’s patent for a blended-reality mirror describes an item that could (if produced) allow users to try on clothes virtually. The device would be …