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Fantastic Bottle Cap Portraits by Jeffrey A. Meszaros

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In 2008, a young bartender named Jeffrey A. Meszaro was struck by the vibrant colors he discarded with every beer bottle he opened. Continue reading »

This Aston Martin Interior Design Is a Thing of Beauty

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The Aston Martin Lagonda was a groundbreaking vehicle known for its futuristic styling and luxurious interior, produced between 1976 and 1989. Continue reading »

Amazing Winning Photos from the 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year

The 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has announced its winners from 59,228 submissions across 117 countries, showcasing the beauty and fragility of nature. Shane Gross, a Canadian marine conservation photojournalist, won the top prize for his stunning image “The Swarm of Life,” featuring a mesmerizing scene of western toad tadpoles underwater.

A selection of the top 100 images, celebrating the diversity of wildlife, will be displayed at the Natural History Museum in London until June 29, 2025, highlighting the importance of conservation through photography.

Overall Winner: “The Swarm Of Life” By Shane Gross, Canada
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“Shane Gross looks under the surface layer of lily pads as a mass of western toad tadpoles swim past. Shane snorkelled in the lake for several hours, through carpets of lily pads. Continue reading »

Meet Yang Qi, Main Character Designer On ‘Black Myth Wukong’

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Yang Qi is a talented Chinese artist and cofounder of Game Science, a Chinese video game development and publishing company known for its first internationally released premium game Black Myth: Wukong in 2024. Continue reading »

Beautiful Vintage Posters Illustrated by Walter Schnackenberg in the Early 20th Century

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Walter Schnackenberg was born in 1880 in Lauterberg, Germany, and became a prominent painter and illustrator. Continue reading »

Spectacular Winning Photos from the Siena Drone Awards 2024

A collection of the nominated images from this year’s Drone Awards has been unveiled. The winner will be announced on September 28 during the Siena World Photography Awards ceremony at Teatro dei Rinnovati in Siena, Italy.

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The filming took place in Berasategi’s home town, Azpeitia, with the aim of capturing an image for the first-anniversary poster of the town’s new skate park Continue reading »

This Artist Creates Hyperrealistic Pet Sculptures That Will Make You Want One Of Your Own

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Helen Violet, a hyperrealism artist from Canada, creates astonishingly lifelike pet sculptures and pencil drawings that capture the essence of each animal with breathtaking accuracy. Her intricate handmade sculptures look so real that you’d have to look twice to be sure it’s not a living pet. Continue reading »

Honda Revives Iconic 1984 HP-X Concept for Pebble Beach 2024

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Honda is gearing up to showcase a piece of automotive history at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance with the restored 1984 HP-X Concept. This unveiling is a historic moment, as it marks the first Japanese vehicle entry at the prestigious event in over 50 years. Continue reading »

Stunning Photos of David Bowie Working on Desktop Computer in Office, 1994

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In 1994, David Bowie was photographed working at a desktop computer in his office, marking an early embrace of digital technology. Continue reading »

Vintage Vehicles Used to Advertise Life Savers Lollies During the 1920s and 1930s

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In 1912, American businessman Ed Noble transformed a peppermint candy shaped like a life saver into a popular treat through innovative packaging, distinctive labels, and convenient displays. Continue reading »

Stunning Photos of the Restored 1984 Honda HP-X Concept

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Honda will reveal the restored 1984 HP-X Concept at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, marking a significant moment as the first Japanese vehicle at the event in over 50 years. Continue reading »

“Prey for the Devil”: Sensual Illustrations by Joyce Lee

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Joyce Lee is a South Korean artist gaining a huge following after posting her art online. Continue reading »

Breathtaking James Webb Space Telescope Photos Of 2024

In 2024, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captivated the world with breathtaking images that showcase distant galaxies, nebulae, star formations, and exoplanet atmospheres with unprecedented clarity. Among the highlights are the vibrant Carina Nebula and detailed views of exoplanet atmospheres, revealing their compositions and hinting at potential life beyond our solar system.

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This new Webb image shows two galaxies: a Penguin (NGC 2936) guarding an Egg (NGC 2937). Webb’s observations reveal the two are in a cosmic hug, joined together by a blue haze of stars and gas. Continue reading »

Captivating Vintage Photos of Pneumatic Tube Messaging Systems

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Pneumatic tube systems, dating back to the late 18th century, were first implemented by the post office to connect buildings. Continue reading »

This is Schienenzeppelin, the Futuristic Train With Propeller and Airplane Engine From the 1930s

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The Schienenzeppelin was an experimental railcar resembling a Zeppelin airship, designed by German engineer Franz Kruckenberg in 1929. Continue reading »

One and Only, This Hornsby Steam Crawler Tractor Was Constructed in the Year 1910

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This tractor, which is propelled by steam, has been in Canada since it was imported from England in 1910. Continue reading »

One of the Rooms in the Oldest Hotel in Yosemite Once Housed a Huge Relic Tree: the Hotel is Gone, but the Tree is Still Standing

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James Mason Hutchings, 28, moved to America from England in 1848. He came to California in the early gold rush, young and ambitious. Continue reading »

Vintage French Lottery Posters From Between the 1930s and ’50s

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King Francis I of France, inspired by Italian lotteries, established the first French lottery, the Loterie Royale, in 1539 to aid state finances, but it failed due to high ticket costs and opposition from affluent social classes. Continue reading »

Ford Comuta, the Company’s First Electric Vehicle, Was Manufactured for the British Market in 1967

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The Ford Comuta, an experimental electric vehicle designed in 1967 at the Ford Dunton Technical Centre, was primarily targeted at the British market. Continue reading »

Spectacular Winning Photos From The 1839 Color Photography Awards

1st Place: “Unsupervised” by Alexandrena Parker
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The 1839 Color Photography Awards have once again released a breathtaking collection of winning images that capture the world’s beauty and complexity with brilliant colors and skillful compositions. Continue reading »

Stunning Retro Posters Promoting the Prohibition of Alcohol in Alberta, Canada

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Within the first few decades of the 20th century, the Temperance movement exerted a significant amount of influence over the continent of North America, and Alberta was not an exception. Continue reading »

Beautiful Landscape-Winning Photos From The 35 Photography Awards

First Place: “Emotion of Nature” by Gary Bhaztara, Indonesia
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The 35 Photography Awards 2023 showcased stunning landscape images that highlight the photographers’ skill in capturing nature’s beauty, from majestic sunlit mountains to misty coastal vistas, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the natural world and photography. Continue reading »

Spectacular Winning Photos From The Food Photographer of the Year 2024

Food for Celebration: 1st Place – Red Bean Paste Balls by Yang Zhonghua
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The Food Photographer of the Year 2024 has highlighted the best in food photography, featuring stunning photos that capture the beauty and artistry of culinary delights from around the world. Thousands of entries showcased vibrant colors, intricate details, and the cultural significance of food in unique ways. Continue reading »

Artist Yana Tarakanova Creates Superb Explicit and Bizarre Comics About The Society

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Yana Tarakanova is a young Russian artist. She was born in 1995 in Zelenograd. Currently resides in Bratislava in Slovakia. Continue reading »

Peering into the Strange Past Through the Lens of Bizarre Historical Photographs

In the 20th century, photographers captured world changes, from wars to new inventions and odd events. Photos like Boston’s Molasses Flood or alligator picnics in Los Angeles fascinated viewers and historians. Even simple mugshots reveal intriguing stories.

These images, evoking smiles or sadness, piece together our history, showcasing peculiar inventions, outdated customs, and unique moments in all their strange and captivating glory.

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A woman tests a stroller intended to be resistant to gas attacks in Hextable, England in 1938, not long before the outbreak of World War II. Continue reading »