Philippines Dog Kabang Returns Home after Face Surgery
A dog that lost half her face saving two girls from an oncoming motorcycle has returned to the Philippines after eight months of treatment in the US. The mixed-breed dog, Kabang, lost her snout and upper jaw in the incident in December 2011. The hero dog jumped into the path of a motorcycle, stopping it from hitting her owner’s daughter and niece in the southern city two years ago. The accident left a gaping hole in the two-year old dog’s face. Kabang’s heroic tale prompted an outpouring of sympathy, with fundraising campaigns set up on Facebook and Twitter. Doctors at the University of California operated on Kabang’s wounds, and treated her for a tumour and heartworm. The dog was greeted by a crowd of well-wishers at Manila airport and later reunited with her owner, Rudy Bunggal, in Zamboanga.
Dr. Anton Lim is interviewed by the media as he holds Kabang, a two-year-old injured mixed breed, upon arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay city, south of Manila, Philippines, early Saturday June 8, 2013 from San Francisco, Calif. (Photo by Bullit Marquez/AP Photo) Continue reading »
Photo of the Day: What Do You Want From Me?
London Zoo photo of Tammy the tree-climbing anteater who is to be given her own minder during a series of late night events at ZSL London Zoo this summer. The twelve-year-old tree-climbing anteater is famed for her friendly disposition, but with naturally poor eyesight zookeepers will be giving Tammy help to steer her past any errant feet in the free-roaming exhibit. (Photo by ZSL London Zoo/PA Wire)
Bryan Berg, a Cardstacker
Bryan Berg was introduced to card-stacking by his grandfather at the age of 8. He is a self-taught artist in all of the techniques he uses today. Berg’s freestanding card structures are based on a grid-like arrangement, which Berg tested in a structural engineering lab to support 660 lbs per square foot―using no tape, no glue, no folding, and no tricks. Continue reading »
Trash Fashion Show in Macedonia
A model presents a creation during Trash Fashion Show in Macedonia’s capital Skopje, on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. Teams from 47 high schools from Macedonia participated in the show with creations made of redesigned materials from waste such as plastic bags, newspapers, cardboard, plastic bottles, cans, used paper, etc. In photos by by Boris Grdanoski/AP Photo. Continue reading »
«Welcome! Sochi 2014»: The Dark Side of Sochi Olympic Games
Exactly one year before the long awaited Sochi Olympics, Vladimir Putin went to Sochi personally to see how the construction is going. After receiving a report saying the ski jumps that were supposed to be ready in 2011, are not completed still, while their price has sky-rocketed from 1.2 billion to 8 billion roubles, he commented, “Good for you. Good job”, and then fired the vice president of the Olympic committee.
Russian artist Vasily Slonov painted his view of the upcoming games, giving a new interpretation to the adored Russian mascot Cheburashka, and combining officially endorsed stereotypes of Russia with grimmer and less accepted ones. Continue reading »
Things with Faces
Things with Faces (Pareidolia) are photographs of objects that resemble the appearance of an animal or face. Pareidolia is an optical illusion which involves identifying shapes in objects where they are not present. The psychological phenomenon often takes the form of seeing faces in inanimate objects where subtle facial characteristics are perceived. Former science professor Carl Sagan speculated that pareidolia evolved in humans as a survival mechanism to easily recognize other human faces.
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Red Bull Soapbox Race Speeds into London 2013
Red Bull racers – soapboxes including a Beatles-inspired yellow submarine, a police car and a black cab are taken for a test drive ahead of the Red Bull Soapbox race at Alexandra Palace, London on 14 July. The vehicles, which each took three weeks to make, are made from BMX bicycle wheels and a steel axel steering mechanism. They were customized using plywood, polystyrene and cardboard tubing, and are covered in coloured plastazote foam with details such as number plates and other branding created using vinyl.
After a nine year hiatus, the world’s wackiest road race returns as 70 human-powered soapboxes compete for glory as part of a festival of music and fun. Entrants include a loaf of bread baked to soapbox size, Elvis’ blue suede shoe and a Royal baby carriage. Off the race track, there will be plenty of action to keep the crowds entertained including face painting, ‘people pit-stops’ and live music from DJs. Continue reading »
Montague – Folding Bikes are What We do Best!
Montague is the world’s leading manufacturer of full-size, folding bikes. All Montague bikes fold into a compact size in less than 30 seconds without the use of tools. When you buy a Montague folding bike, you join the growing number of riders who enjoy taking their bike where ever their spirit of adventure takes them.
This folding bicycle is part of a line of full size folding bicycles originally developed for the U.S. Marines as a military bike for tactical use. Folding bikes historically have had small child-size wheels. But not anymore, Montague Mountain Bikes, have full size, rugged knobby tires which can take you virtually anywhere. If you are looking for a folding bike, the Montague high performance folding bicycle is the way to go.
Montague Bikes are about the freedom to choose to the moment how you want to move.
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“Next Day You’ll be Okay”
Advertising campaign for Alka-Seltzer (BAYER) – ‘Next day you’ll be okay’, created by BBDO Russia. The aim of this print campaign is to convince the consumer that they should take Alka-Seltzer after the party and don’t lose the next day. Continue reading »
“Danger! Danger! High Collage!”
Here are some visual news regarding young Romanian designer Lana’s collection inspired by one of the most amusing and weirdest places in the world, the Romanian Merry Cemetery. This photo collage series is called “Danger! Danger! High Collage!” and made for Romanian fashion magazine Cockaigne. Continue reading »
DropCatch – Magnetic Bottle Opener
DropCatch is a uniquely designed bottle opener that anyone would be proud to mount. A hand-crafted bottle opener that offers design, durability, and elegance. Thought has been put behind innovating an important, everyday product. DropCatch rises to the challenge with strong features in the categories below.
A Collection of the Worst Seat Patterns in the World
Enthusiasts from Switzerland collected the worst seat patterns of the world. Public transport makes us crazy every day – we thought it’s worth! Continue reading »
1 Lighthouse, 365 Clicks
1 Lighthouse, 365 Clicks is an original photo series by Brazilian photographer Tunisio Alves Filho. Tunisio photographed the Barra Lighthouse, beleived to be the oldest lighthouse built in the America´s, over the course of one year. Even though his subject never changed, Alves Filho managed to capture the landmark in numerous different ways and make each picture beautiful in its own right. He shot from different angles and at different times of the day varying composition and style. The result is a breathtaking collection of photos.
100 photos from the project were recently featured in an exhibit inside the Barra Lighthouse itself, drawing a crowd of over 17,000 people over a two month period. The 365 photos of the project can be seen online – you can head over to the project’s website by clicking here. Continue reading »
db60 – a Cool Active Speaker!
db60 is an active loudspeaker. The design is based on the heritage and simplicity of Nordic design – easy to use and understand. The design language places it on the border between home audio and interior decoration.
Stream your favourite music via Bluetooth or use a headphone jack, db60 is easy to use. Continue reading »
HALO MINI – Illuminated Pet Collars
HALO MINI is an ULTRA HIGH QUALITY illuminated pet collar. LED pet collars have been on the market for years, however, most of them are made using cheap nylon materials with LEDs that are just as bad. We have re-designed and created an ultra high quality illuminating collar using our custom patented illumination system. Just like our HALO BELT, each HALO MINI is designed to illuminate in bright neon colors. The purpose of the HALO MINI is to keep our loved ones safe when outside at night… looking awesome is a bonus! Continue reading »
Raekwon The Chef x Akomplice
The Akomplice x Raekwon Pelican Belt is made of premium leather and comes in both black and brown. The Akomplice logo is embossed, and Raekwon’s name is laser etched onto the leather, giving two different looks to one belt. This belt is a true collector’s item, as it will only see a 25 piece production run. The collab comes complete in a wooden cigar box, which is homage to Rae’s Only Built 4 Cuban Linx series. The release drops at 1pm PST on June 1st. Continue reading »
Manta 2.0 / Ray of Light
Limited Edition. Designed by Joeri Claeys. The sea is never far away with this unique lamp. Inspired on, and a tribute to, one of the most amazing sea creatures: the Manta Ray. The aim was to create a modern table lamp with a sculptural and organic form that tries to provoke people into using their imagination. Casting a beautiful atmospheric light and mysterious shadow. Continue reading »
“T-Guardian” Project
The „T-Guardian“ is a sculpture which is travelling the worlds’ museums and exhibitions. Exclusively for the La Biennale Venezia the sculptors made their journey to Italy. Each day and night they show up on a different spot in Venice. This unique light project is created by Christoph Luckeneder and Manfred Kielnhofer. Continue reading »
Impressive Free Throw Distractions
Basketball fans have gotten really creative with signs through the years.
Diehard fans have always been willing to paint their bodies and wear costumes in support of their teams. But the trend of coming up with the most creative signs to help distract their favorite teams’ opponents from making shots, preferably on the free throw line has taken a life of its own. A group distraction is the most successful method of throwing a free throw shooter off. But at times, one person’s sign or gimmick does the trick. The most entertaining always come from the fat, shirtless guy. The bothersome fan that pokes fun at players’ looks or personal lives. Continue reading »
Protect Yourself from Google Streetview with a Pixelhead
Worried about your picture showing up on Google Streetview? Sick of photos of yourself appearing on sites like Facebook? Here`s the solution!
The full face mask Pixelhead acts as media camouflage, completely shielding the head to ensure that your face is not recognizable on photographs taken in public places without securing permission. A simple piece of fabric creates a little piece of anonymity for the Internet age. The material used is stretch satin with a fashionable Pixel-style print of German Secretary of the Interior Thomas de Maizière. The mask has two holes for your eyes, so you can see and breathe comfortably while wearing the mask, secure in the knowledge that your image won’t be showing up anywhere you don’t want it to. Continue reading »
Me and Sad Keanu: A 3D-Printing Story
Sad Keanu. 3D printer. Back to life. Continue reading »
I’m with You
Newborn ring-tailed lemur Rascal is carried by its mother Roxy at Bristol Zoo Gardens. (Matt Cardy/Getty Images)
Cow of the Year
Bluegrass Sergeants Snow Queen has been crowned the winner of gourmet yoghurt brand The Collective’s 2013 beauty competition ‘Cow of the Year’. Above. model and makeup artist Tabby Richards pampers the cow on the Millenium Bridge in London. (9Spider-PR)
Don’t Bear with Me!
Photographer Ronald Wittek watched from close range as a bear cleans himself in a pool before falling asleep under a tree in the Bavarian Forest, Germany. (Ronald Wittek/Arco Images/Solent News)
Keep Your Smartphone Charged with The PowerBar
If you’ve been wishing for an easy way to charge your smartphone when you’re on the go, look no further because now you can with this portable PowerBar smartphone charger. Simply, plug your PowerBar into your smartphone and the charging will begin. Never have your smartphone die on your again with this powerful little portable charger!
The PowerBar is small, light and sturdy… all while packing a punch. It’s built of sleek aluminum and is quality assured by Battery On The Go. Whether you’re on a long flight or simply out all day, having the PowerBar means you don’t have to worry about how much charge you have left! This portable charger works great and is built to last and its USB charging feature makes it extremely easy to use.
We hate when our smartphone dies and now thanks for Battery On the Go, we never have to worry about it again. This little device will definitely buy you the time so you don’t need to “run” home to charge your smartphone. It’s a true game changer.
