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Leonardo da Vinci’s resume letter to Ludovico Sforza, 1482. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain) Applying for jobs has always been stressful. Early in his career, before theMona LisaandThe Last Supper, the legendary artist was still building his reputation. Leonardo da Vinci’s “resumé” letter to Ludovico Sforza, 1482. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain) He had to seek work from the wealthy, noble patrons of Italy. His efforts left behind a fascinating letter, which can be regarded as one of the earliest extant resumes....

The model, year, and mileage and are all important factor to consider. Leading the pack is white at 26%. The first vibrant color on the list is blue at 10%, followed by red at 8%. Photo: welcomia/Depositphotos Many times, this results in shoppers picking whatever is readily available. The current choice of colors also speaks to the evolution of car trends. Altogether, neutral shades make up nearly 80% of cars on the roads today....

Photo: Kohei Omachi For book lovers, few things can beat a quiet reading nook surrounded by nature. The team’s clever design makes the most out of the landscape. The library is burrowed under the sweeping grass mounds, working almost as a book-filled hideout. Photo: Kohei Omachi The latter are located in small rooms, the dimensions of which were determined by the hill’s slant. In doing so, the designers gave young readers a cozy area suited to their size....

Photo: Gorodenkoff/Depositphotos When thinking about prehistoric men and women, there are longstanding stereotypes. However, the latest research points out that this was not entirely true. This was what everyone was used to seeing, Ocobocksaid. Photo: Gorodenkoff/Depositphotos Additionally, the female anatomy has features that could have contributed to their hunting strength. Lacy and Ocobock also found archaeological evidence that supports their theory. Female hunters from the Holocene period in Peru have been found buried with hunting weapons....

When the temperature drops, staying warm usually takes precedence over style. Fortunately, brands likeShovavacreate beautiful accessories that blend warm and softness with aesthetics that never go out of fashion. Their line of cotton and silk-cashmere blend scarves feature hand-painted designs based on the striking wings of birds. TheVintage-Inspired Bird Scarfis a tried and true best-seller at My Modern Met Store. This versatile accessory can even be used as a bandana in your hair for a bohemian touch....

The interior was created with the goal of hosting the widest array of events possible. Zaha Hadid Architects has designed the new Chengdu Science Fiction Museum in China. The museum honors the city’s role as a hub for the science fiction community. The fluid form of the roof resembles a nebula cloud with a star at its center. Related Articles:

Seoul will be home to a new innovative residential tower designed by New York-basedODA. Terrarium Cheong-dam features a two-story public podium that supports a 45-floor tower. In the middle, a semi-private terrarium and sky garden bring a touch of greenery to the skies. And, by its very nature, the feature adds an attractive sculptural look to the tower. ODA won a design competition to create Seoul’s new skyscraper,Terrarium Cheong-dam. Related Articles: Photo: Secchi Smith...

Sometimes we forget what’s truly important in lifebyu/Noughty_KuditinDOG In many ways, dogs can save lives. In aninterviewfirst recorded in 2017, Andy shared his story alongside Bailey. It’s having another heartbeat that’s on your side. It gives me a role. It might even be a tiny role, but it’s a purpose. Since he is in temporary accommodation, Bailey has given him an additional reason to stay on track. If I get arrested and go to prison, I lose my dog....

Almost anything can become acartoonwhen you give it eyes and legs. The same can be said for a chunk of ceramic or glass. Sweden-based artistBenjamin Ugglacreates playful blob-like characters that have sprouted arms, legs, and eyes. This idea eventually burst off the page, spurring numerous three-dimensional interpretations in clay. Uggla continued experimenting with his figures by translating them to glass next. Whether in glass or ceramic, looking at Uggla’s sculptures inspires a sense of joy....

A reindeer in the summertime. They must survive the long arctic winter of little daylight and freezing temperatures. For reindeer, the latter technique is critical to survival. A reindeer in the summertime. (Photo: Are G Nilsen viaWikimedia Commons,CC BY-SA 3.0 DEED) A layer of fat is protective and sustainingand that fat comes from ambitious eating. A recent study inCurrent Biologydiscovered the reindeers don’t waste any time. The study tracked the bodily functions of four captive Eurasian tundra reindeer in Norway....

With a density of 22.6 grams per cubic centimeter, it is the densest naturally occurring element. And yet, it will still meet the weight limit. This results in 27,899.7 grams, or 61.5 poundsthere’s still over 8 pounds to spare. Photo: georgesheldon/Depositphotos The entire package weighs 48.5 lbs. It’s right at the brink of human strength. Any bigger, most people wouldnt be able to move it, theywrite. Photo: Walter_Cicchetti/Depositphotos There is, however, one thing in theory that could be that small and heavya neutron star....

(Photo: TAKUMI) It’s hard to imagine what life was like when dinosaurs roamed the planet. The fossils were unearthed near the Aridagawa River in Wakayama Prefecture in 2006. The skeletal remains make it the most complete mosasaur ever found in Japan or the northwestern Pacific. The “Wakayama soryu” was a mosasaur the size of a great white shark, with a dorsal fin and long flippers. (Photo: TAKUMI) However, it is also unlike other mosasaur fossils found....

Street art has the ability to create a portal within a city. These cartoon-like illustrations imbue facades and billboards with a sense of whimsy that is otherwise missing from urban centers. Millo’s distinct art stands out from the real setting it inhabits. As a result, the figures become focal points in the paintings. Merging nature with cities seems to be a common theme in Millo’s murals. Italian artist Francesco Camillo Giorgino, better known as Millo, creates large-scale murals....