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Losing a beloved stuffed toy can be a nightmare for any child. More than just a toy, these precious items can bring kids comfort and a sense of safety. For some, they hold even deeper meaning, serving as a one-of-a-kind keepsake. You might be wondering why this one incident has galvanized so many people. Well, the rainbow-colored bear contained a recording of her mother’s last heartbeat before she died. Determined to return this precious piece of family history, people are rallying to bring the bear home....

Embed from Getty Images Clothing design can have an enormous impact on culture. A garment can change attitudes and empower those who wear it. Dame Mary Quant knew this well. The British fashion designer popularized the miniskirt and is often credited with inventing it. Quant famously said, Good taste is death, and Vulgarity is life. This perspectiveto push the envelope and defy social normsinspired her to break the mold of 1950s fashion....

You never know when you might need some extra help carrying your shopping. That’s why keeping atote bagin your purse or car is so useful. All of these accessories are inspired byfamous artistsand their masterpieces. For instance, two feature the artworks of Dutch Post-ImpressionistVincent van Gogh. Similarly, theFlower Pattern Tote Bagis based onVan Gogh’s paintings of bouquets and other fresh blooms. Other bags showcase the legacy of other well-known artists, includingHilma af KlintandFrank Lloyd Wright....

Photo: Screenshot fromReddit Its not often we get to see sound. One classic physics experiment, however, allows us to do just that. Aviral post on Redditdemonstrates what this looks like in practice using a Rubens Tube powered by a trumpet. Photo: Screenshot fromReddit The mesmerizing result is a spectacular display of scientific principles. The physics experiment was created by German physicist Heinrich Rubens in 1905. The pipe is then lit and a standing flame appears....

And that’s part of our bromance, right? My kids call him Uncle Woody. His kids call me Uncle Matthew. Photos: everett225/Depositphotos(left), ChinaImages/Depositphotos(right) And you see pictures of us and my family thinks a lot of pictures of him are me. His family thinks a lot of pictures of me are him. McConaughey then recalled something his 91-year-old mother shared with him and Harrelson. And my mom is there, and she says, Woody, I knew your dad....

Great Wisteria tree in Ashikaga Flower Park. When the clock turns to spring, its a time when thewisteria treesare in full bloom. But if you find yourself in Ashikaga Flower Park, there are plenty more highlights to enjoy. Great Wisteria tree in Ashikaga Flower Park. (Photo: Torsakarin/Depositphotos) Walk the 262-foot-long wisteria tunnel or across an arched bridge that has an awning of blooming flowers. Luckily, there are always photos! Luckily, there are always photos!...

The wordsculpturetypically evokes a static figure that is suspended in time. Beijing-based artistZheng Lu, however, finds a way to convey not only movement but also changeability. Each one is crafted from stainless steel that has been cast to resemble water that is mid-splash. Many of these works feature a shiny, reflective finish that adds to the viscous appearance of these sculptures. The combination of the hard metallic medium with the freeform shapes it takes makes these sculptures awe-inspiring to behold....

To produce the final image, McCarthy took around 200,000 shots of the Sun. He and Guenzel then worked together for five days to process the data and composite the photo. This image was used to incorporate structures that would otherwise be invisible. Capturing the Sun requires a bit of artistry due to the very nature of it, explains McCarthy. For that reason, some creative interpretation is required. Two astrophotographers teamed up to create a highly detailed, 140-megapixel photo of the Sun....

The Phantom of the Operahad haunted the Majestic Theatre since January 26, 1988. Since then, it has been seen by over 20 million people and made over over $1.3 billion. A musical genius, the phantom falls in love with a young soprano named Christine Daae. A bloody tale of jealousy and obsession unfolds over a sweeping score written by Webber. It has a world of its own. Only this is a slightly dangerous one....

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The closest trench shows the tavern with a clay refrigerator called a zeer, an oven, and benches. At least, that is what new findings on the important archeological site of Lagash in Iraq indicate. These findings can tell historians and archeologists a lot about daily life in a busy, ancient industrial center. The closest trench shows the tavern with a clay refrigerator called a “zeer,” an oven, and benches. (Photo:Lagash Archaeological Project)...

Photo: CLAUDIODIVIZIA/Depositphotos One way to understand the past is to listen to the music of the time. The files are free to access, stream, and download. The78 RPM discformat became available in 1898. Photo: CLAUDIODIVIZIA/Depositphotos Made of shellac resin, they came in several sizes but were known for their 78 rotations per minute. The shellac material has not aged well, and some records can break from even being picked up....

Photo: Screenshot fromYouTube TheStar Warsscore is one of the most epic soundtracks of all time. The result is marvelous. The sounds of this massive instrument enhanced the performance of the BSO’s brass section. Photo: Screenshot fromYouTube This inspired Lapwood to write her own. Photo: Screenshot fromYouTube