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The Gruffalo and friends to feature in new BBC idents this Christmas

The Gruffalo and friends to feature in brand new BBC idents this Christmas - Zog, Pearl, and Gadabout will also feature as ...

The Day That Barney Died: How the Macy’s Parade Balloon Disaster Changed the Rules Forever

On November 27, 1997, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade became infamous for those who witnessed the chaos firsthand, thanks ...
The New York Times

The Nugget Is the ‘Original Play Couch.’ Costco’s Version May Be Better.

We independently review everything we recommend. We may get paid to link out to retailer sites, and when you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Ivy Elrod Ivy Elrod is a ...
Arizona Daily Star

Big Jim: The Sonoran Desert Stick Lizard

Before we leave our discussion of the joys of summer, tribute should be paid to that miracle of climatic adaptation, the Sonoran Desert Stick Lizard. The little stretch of desert where I live is ...

Morgan Stanley Sustainable Signals: Global Survey Shows Institutional Investors Maintain Positive Outlook on Sustainable Investing

The majority of asset owners and managers globally expect allocations to sustainable funds to increase in the next two years, according to a new "Sustainable Signals" report by the Morgan Stanley ...
BBC

Three-figure bearings

Suppose you were in the middle of nowhere, and there were no signs or landmarks to help you find your way. Would you know how to find your way home? Someone might tell you via phone or radio to 'walk ...
Complex

Awesome Stick Figure Art

Stick Figure Sculpture This geometric sculpture uses wood blocks to form a 3D stick figure. The piece sticks to the traditional stick figure form, giving it a very stiff feeling that contrasts the ...