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12 American Propaganda Posters That Sold World War I to the Masses

A new exhibit at the Museum of the City of New York features rarely seen propaganda art commissioned by the U.S. government during World War I.

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This Smart Wall Calendar Looks Like Paper and Acts Like an App

Owners can update their calendar at home no matter where they are.

This Bike Map Shows You Where It's Safe to Ride

Mapzen's bike map grades a city's bike lane safety in tiers from safest to least safe.

A Visual Guide to the Women Venus's Geography Is Named For

Almost every topographical feature on the second planet is named for a famous woman from mythology or history.

This 300-Year-Old 'Detector Lock' Reveals an Intruder's Presence

English craftsman John Wilkes created the clever gadget, currently displayed in Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum.

8 Tips to Make Your Bedroom More Relaxing and Get a Better Night’s Sleep

Property Brother Jonathan Scott reveals his go-to tricks for turning your bedroom into a sanctuary.

Former Tesla Engineer Develops Exoskeleton to Help a Friend Move Again

When her former classmate was paralyzed in an accident, engineer Sam Huynh left her job to help him.

Nike Has Designed a 'Pro Hijab' for Muslim Athletes

The head scarf will go on sale early next year.

The Crowdsourced Search for an Iconic Symbol's Creator

The Tidyman logo is widely used in the UK, but previous attempts to trace its origin have been fruitless.

Take a Virtual Tour of Queen Mary’s Dollhouse

It features working elevators, electric lighting, and indoor plumbing.

Introducing a Dungeons & Dragons-Inspired LEGO Set

Bring your campaign to life, LEGO-style.

This Light-Up Bike Helmet Helps Keep Cyclists Safe at Night

The helmet, called Lumos, has a brake light and turn signals.

How One Artist Is Using Mirrors to Create Perception-Shifting 'Infinity Boxes'

After 25 years in computer graphics, Matt Elson wanted to make art people could connect to.

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Why Do Some Sections of Sidewalk Have Bumps?

For some pedestrians, they're essential to getting around.

Parisian Street Urinals Turn Pee Into Compost

In Paris, even peeing in public is fancy.

IKEA to Roll Out Hackable Furniture in 2018

DIY enthusiasts will soon have a new reason to shop at IKEA.

A New Plane Seat Could Make the Middle Spot the Roomiest

The design would also make boarding faster.

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The Bluetooth Name Has Its Roots in Viking History

Even the logo has meaning behind it.

Artist Transforms Sentences From Classic Literature Into Constellations

Nicholas Rougeux turns first sentences from books like "Peter Pan" and "Dubliners" into star charts.

10 Ways to Master the Danish Art of Hygge in Your Home

Long, dark winter nights and stormy weather have us craving a roaring fire, fluffy slippers, and a soft blanket to curl up under. As the Danes would say, we want to get hygge.

22 Whimsical Clear Phone Cases That Let You Show Off Your Favorite Art

Protect your phone in style with one of these transparent (but still decorative) iPhone cases from Society6.

15 of the World’s Most Beautiful Passports

These 15 countries have transformed their passports into works of art.

7 Picturesque Houses Built Into Nature

A new book highlights houses that integrate seamlessly into their surroundings—whether they're buried under hills, covered in mirrors, or perched over the sea.

This Ingenious Snow Shovel Design Makes Clearing Your Driveway a Breeze

The Snow Wolf is designed to reduce your risk of injury while clearing your driveway.

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