photography

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Incredible Colorized Slides of Africa from 1896

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, naturalist and taxidermist Carl Akeley led a series of expeditions to Africa to collect specimens for the Field Museum. Here are a few highlights.... READ ON

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28 Historical Photos of Dads Doing Dad Things

Happy Father's Day!... READ ON

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The Beauty of Space Photography

History

Rare Full Color Photos From WWII

Life magazine recently released a gallery of the VIII Bomber Command soldiers working on their planes, many of which were never published up until now. ... READ ON

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Incredible Photos of a Melting Ice Hotel

Every year, Lapland erects a hotel made of ice in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden. And every year, when the weather turns warmer, the IceHotel melts back into where it originated: the Torne River.... READ ON

History

Disney Resorts Then and Now

The world has changed a lot since Disneyland was originally opened in 1955, but the park itself may just exist in a magical bubble where time is only limited by the imagination. ... READ ON

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27 Awesome Vintage Photos of Moms

Today, while you celebrate your mom, take a look back at mothers through the ages.... READ ON

Weird Science

These Destroyed-Looking Buildings Are Actually Fine

Sometimes, architects design structures that are meant to look damaged in some manner or another.... READ ON

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Nailed It: 13 Amazingly Intricate Nail Designs

Artistic nails might not always be functional, especially those involving 3D or odd nail shapes, but they’re certainly a skill that takes years to master. Those who specialize in this particular artistry point out that really elaborate nails aren’t intended for daily use, but instead are just a means to show off a person’s creativity and talents. It’s hard to deny that these nail designs require plenty of both.... READ ON

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8 Extreme Weather Events As Seen From Space

Most of us have seen at least one extreme weather event in our lives. But no matter how things look from the ground, these events look drastically different, even surprisingly peaceful, from above. Here are some of the biggest weather events of the last few decades, as seen from space.... READ ON