China is no stranger to contemporary architecture that boggles the mind or appears to side-step common sense, from an LED-lit horseshoe in Huzhou to a glowing teapot in Wuxi. But in 2016, China’s State Council released guidelines forbidding the construction of “bizarre” and “odd-shaped” buildings lacking character or cultural heritage, shifting their focus to the … [Read more...] about China unveils plans for world’s first pollution-eating ‘Forest City’
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SPOTTED: Rare Piebald Moose Exploring a Norwegian Valley
Norwegian photographer, Thomas Mørch, has spotted one of his most interesting subjects to date—a moose with a piebald coat. home in Hallingdal, a valley in eastern Norway. In the photo, the elusive piebald moose appears healthy and prepared for the winter. He has a nice round belly, warm fur, and unique markings all over. He appears to be hunting for food in the … [Read more...] about SPOTTED: Rare Piebald Moose Exploring a Norwegian Valley
Queen of Calm: Angelina Jolie Connects with Bees for National Geographic
Angelina Jolie recently stunned audiences with her connection to nature in a powerful National Geographic photo shoot. In honor of World Bee Day, Jolie embraced a natural look for the cause. To minimize disruptions to the bees, she reportedly refrained from bathing for 3 days prior to the shoot, opting for a more neutral scent environment (strong perfumes and soaps were likely … [Read more...] about Queen of Calm: Angelina Jolie Connects with Bees for National Geographic
Vintage 80-year-old mechanical shopping list baffles younger Facebook users
A mechanical grocery list with items etched in metal dating back to at least the 1940s has been uncovered. Contrasting to the paper scrawling of today the bizarre device consists of a metal block inscribed with kitchen staples like bread, butter, milk, and tea. The reusable list uses movable markers next to each item that allow shoppers to flag when they need to … [Read more...] about Vintage 80-year-old mechanical shopping list baffles younger Facebook users
Why Vegetables Get Freakish In The Land Of The Midnight Sun
Everything in Alaska is a little bit bigger — even the produce. A 138-pound cabbage, 65-pound cantaloupe and 35-pound broccoli are just a few of the monsters that have sprung forth from Alaska's soil in recent years. At the annual Alaska State Fair, which opens Thursday in Palmer, the public will have the chance to gawk at giants like these as they're weighed for … [Read more...] about Why Vegetables Get Freakish In The Land Of The Midnight Sun