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This Eco-Friendly Kayak Is Made From More Than 60 Pounds of Recycled Plastic
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The 10 Longest Escalators in the World
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Have Old Pyrex at Home? It Could Be Worth a Lot of Money Online
If you have a box of old Pyrex dishware at home, now is the time to sell it.
11 Stunning Places Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted
From Central Park to Stanford University's campus, Olmsted's lush and picturesque aesthetic was meant to relieve the stress caused by urban living.
Betty White’s Longtime Oceanfront Home in California Could Be Yours for About $8 Million
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Meet the Millau Viaduct: The Tallest Bridge in the World
At about 1.5 miles long, France’s Millau Viaduct is far from the world’s longest bridge—but it is the tallest.
Maya Angelou Is Now the First Black Woman to Appear on a U.S. Quarter
The U.S. Mint has officially shipped its Maya Angelou quarters—earning the ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings’ author another “first” to her name.
You Can Win a Customizable Tiny Home While Supporting a Charity That Helps Reduce Homelessness
Through Omaze's latest sweepstakes, you could win a $130,000 custom tiny home, while donating to support the Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission.
Lisa Frank and Pillsbury Have Teamed Up to Make Ready-to-Bake Unicorn Cookies
After dominating school supplies aisles in the 1990s, Lisa Frank has infiltrated the cookie dough section of your local grocery store.
What Exactly Is Millennial Pink, And Why Are People Still So Obsessed With It?
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The National Cathedral Will Replace Its Confederate-Themed Stained-Glass Windows
Stained-glass windows depicting Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson were removed in 2017. Now, Kerry James Marshall is working on their replacements.
The Paint Color of the Year Is … Guacamole?
The Glidden paint color of the year is also one of the best party snacks of all time. And no, it’s not “Dorito.”
Old LEGO Bricks Will Be Used to Construct Wheelchair Ramps for the 2022 European Championships in Munich
The European Championships Munich 2022 are looking to collect 22,000 LEGO blocks to be used in constructing wheelchair ramps for the event.
What the Color of the Tag on Your Bread Bag Really Means
Look closely at the color of the tag when shopping for bread—it could help you pick out a fresher loaf.
A Sydney Suburb Is Combating Climate Change by Requiring Light-Colored Roofs and a Tree in Every Yard
Planting trees means more shade, and white roofs emit less heat. Here’s how Australia’s Wilton area is fostering eco-friendly growth.
10 Facts About Louis Vuitton—the Man Behind the Brand
Louis Vuitton has been such a big part of the high-fashion world for so long that it’s easy to forget Vuitton—who was born in 1821, founded the company in 1854, and died in 1892—was an actual person.
Charles Downing Lay, the Man Who Won an Olympic Medal for Town Planning
Renowned landscape architect Charles Downing Lay beat the odds to become a champion town planner at the 1936 Games in Berlin.
The Real Reason Water Polo Players Wear Those Caps
Spend a few minutes watching Olympic water polo, and you’ll realize the players' bonnets have holes in them. If they’re not keeping water out, what are they for?
In Amsterdam, You Can Now Stroll Across a 3D-Printed Bridge
The 9900-pound structure was printed in stainless steel and will serve as a two-year substitute until a permanent bridge is put in place.
Why Do Police Officers Wear Blue?
The dark blue uniforms worn by police officers date back to the early police departments of the 19th century.
Watch the World's Tallest Sandcastle Being Built in Denmark
The coronavirus-themed sandcastle in Denmark stands a record-breaking 69 feet tall, making it the world's largest.
Keep Track of All the U.S. Landmarks You’ve Seen With This Scratch-Off Map
Whether you've already traveled across the country or you're planning your next road trip, this scratch-off map of U.S. landmarks from Pop Chart will come in handy.
"Reminiscent": How One Designer Used Scented Textiles to Capture the Fragrances of Home
For her project 'Reminiscent,' designer Pallavi Padukone infused textiles with smells that remind her of people and places from her home in India.