Science

Study: We Love Facebook Because It Tricks Us Into Thinking We’re Doing Something Important

When you’re perusing your Facebook account, your brain might be fooling you into thinking you’re doing something incredibly creative and productive that will improve your life. If only that were true!


February 3, 2012
Science

This Is How Spaceships Are Born

Have you ever wondered how the hell spaceships get made? I mean, how does something like the six-legged ATHLETE rover go from an engineering fantasy into an actual working thing?


June 10, 2011
Geek Out

29 Ways To Stay Creative (And Be Happier)

While you may think that staying creative is not important for your work or life, keeping your brain alert and create unexpected connections could mean the difference between l living a good life or snooze through a world of beige.


December 27, 2010
Entertainment

Tying The Knot

Marriage, huh? Maybe some day. In the mean time I’ll just sit here and chuckle about the manner in which Chris Trivizas chose to deliver his wedding invitations:


October 12, 2010
Entertainment

A Look At The Desks Of Some Extraordinarily Creative People

With a laptop, smartphone, and ubiquitous WiFi, do desks matter anymore? This short film, entitled—gasp—”The Desk,” tackles a fascinating subject we all take for granted, exploring the work surfaces of artists, designers, and writers, messy and minimal.


February 13, 2009
Gadgets

Closed Store Grate Turned Into Gigantic Amp

Great idea, or greatest idea? [Flickr via Neatorama]