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May 30, 2008
Pandas Are Okay
China's quakes this month have killed an estimated 80,000 people, destroyed nearly 1 million buildings and damaged many of the countries conservation sanctuaries, namely the Wolong Panda Preserve. All 86 pandas have been accounted for and have been relocated until a new facility is built.
It's always nice to read some good news come out of such tragedy. The panda is an international symbol for peace and planetary conservation. As the Chinese say, "lots of bad luck, one good luck, better than no luck at all." Hopefully this is a sign of continued good luck as recovery efforts continue.
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Old Clothes Become New Pillows
Got some old shirts or jackets laying around? Why not do what designer Ximena Orozco did and turn them into pillows. Very stylish. . . well only if you had "style" to begin with.
via Yanko Design
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Docomodake
This mushroom's name is DOCOMODAKE. It was born in January 2005 from an NTT DoCoMo advertisment - Japan's leading mobile carrier. The DOCOMODAKE began as a family of three. The family continued to grow to today's eight. DOCOMODAKEs continue to evolve as changes occur in communication and time. They hold infinite possibilities.
Last year an exhibit called How To Cook Docomodake challenged Japan's young artists to cook it in innovative ways. Cut up, friend, jellied, and even burnt - nothing takes away from the charm of DOCOMODAKEs.
More pics after the jump.
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May 24, 2008
May 24th Black Bunneh Weekend Review
- Bearded seal pup
- Sassy bear
- I love you's
- Crabs galore
- Stairs fo' days
- Pollution from way up there
- Bird's man nest
- A cat's paradise
- Sky lamp
- Panda pics, no really!
- Halo suburb
- Smile in formation
- Giant Lego ball
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A Better Zune
If this unofficial spot for the Microsoft Zune were official, they'd sell a whole lot more. Believe it!
via Space Invaders
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White Glove Tracking
On May 4, 2007, internet users were asked to help isolate Michael Jackson's white glove in all 10,060 frames of his nationally televised landmark performance of Billy Jean. 2 years later, coders and designers came up with an amusing compilation that's sure to make you smile, if not dance.
via ffff
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May 23, 2008
Steampunk Tunnel Connects London To New York
Hardly anyone knows that a secret tunnel runs deep beneath the Atlantic Ocean. In May 2008, more than a century after it was begun, the tunnel will finally be completed. Immediately afterwards, an extraordinary optical device called a Telectroscope will be installed at both ends which will miraculously allow people to see right through the Earth from London to New York and vice versa.
Of course artist Paul St. George doesn't mention you can't physically enter these Telectroscopes because they're only connected via fiber optic cables letting one side view the other side by way of live video. Cheeky!
Both ends will be open to the public 24/7 this May so get your cosplay gear ready and I'll meet you there with my optomatrized monocle and sprocket walking stick.
via Tiscali
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Post-Car Japan?
The JDM companies are panicking. Car sales have dropped 33% since 1990 and surveys say that number will continue to increase by 1.2% every year. The situation is dire. Young Japanese no longer see cars as a sign of wealth or status symbols. The cost of ownership pretty much makes it impossible for anyone but the wealthy and Japan's public transport systems are far more networked and efficient than navigating a vehicle. This leads analysts to ponder if Japan may become the first country to enter the "demotorization" process.
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May 17, 2008
Apple Holds Key To Military's Future
It seems Apple's recent acquisition of P.A. Semi has raised more eyebrows than Wall Street's. The U.S. military is upset since P.A. Semi manufactures chips for 10 crucial military systems worth $100 million and Apple isn't required to honor any of those pre-existing contracts. The military isn't in the position to redesign its defense systems so it all comes down to uncle Steve - whom mind you used to be a hippie. Most powerful man in the world now? Perhaps.
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Bladerunner Back In The Game
I wrote about Oscar Pistorius a.k.a Bladerunner last year when he was banned from all competitions by the IAAF destroying his Olympic dreams. A court has overturned that ruling so he's back in the game, YAY! The controversy started when several people complained his "cheetah legs" gave him an unfair advantage.
The double amputee runs on specially designed carbon fiber blades and although he's fast, he's not fast enough to qualify for the Beijing Olympics. It'll be an uphill battle but even if it's not 2008, he's definitely aiming for London 2012.
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This Is As Real As Wall-E Gets
Wall-E hits theaters June 27th.
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From All American Boy To Model
Metamorphoses Of An American, Karl Lagerfeld traces the physical and emotional development of Brad Kroenig, once an unknown but now the world's most sought after male model. Lagerfeld discovered Kroenig in 2003, took monthly photographs of him chronicling the evolution from all American boy to professional model.
Available this June for $85. Hit the jump to see samples.
via Frillr
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May 14, 2008
Ive, Eve, Wall-E
I'm as excited for Pixar's upcoming "Wall-E" as I was for Nemo and trust me - thats some kind of inhuman excitement. Already some interesting tidbits are leaking out, sure to be good filler material for DVD and Blu-ray extras.
Did you know Eve was designed by none other than golden boy Jonathan Ive? Yes the man is pretty much responsible for the white and clean aesthetic we see Apple parading today. Knowing that, it's not too hard to see how very Apple'ish Eve looks.
Another interesting factoid is how protective Steve Jobs was. Ive was given specific directions not to be too revealing about Apple's future design directions. Hmm, I wonder what those fruit-heads are planning. As a consolation we at least know what an Apple designed robot would look like.
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The New Plot
Don't ya'll get it? Robot dominance isn't going to happen thru weapons and war. They're going to be much more subversive, slowly taking over by integrating into society's most influential staples - like music. Take for example Honda's ASIMO conducting the Detroit Symphony. Don't be fooled by his polite bows. Underneath that mask is a super computer plotting and calculating.
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May 10, 2008
Pink Jedi
I'm never again going to look at light sabers the same way.
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May 9, 2008
Who Walks It Out Better?
These are oldie but goodies. My friend Rui and I were having one of our usual intellectual conversations but we can't seem to settle this debate. I think the Teletubbies are better but that's just because I'm partial to anything kawaii. Secretly I know the ladies would mop the floor with those Tubbies. Hit the jump and decide for yourself.
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Seeing Double
Is it just me or does Bill Kaulitz of Tokio Hotel look a lot like Bjork? That is all. Happy Weekend everybody!
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May 5, 2008
Pleo Shall Have His Revenge
Sure Pleo may be no match for a Battlebot but mark my words,
"On the 1st year when tiny calves grow to become lords of their shepherds, will the Earth see them exact their revenge on those machines of unholy purpose and nature."
They don't call 'em thunder lizards for nothing.
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May 4, 2008
French Youth Gang Culture
So out of no where a french blogger sent me this link and I found it pretty interesting. A new music video directed by Romain Gavras for French duo Justice. It's an eye opening and seemingly controversial production that reflects some of the youth gang culture in Paris. Make your own assessment.
Side note; they're pretty stylish for a gang.
Side side note; I can't say I would exactly fear them since being raised in New York and Los Angeles, they're about as threatening as local high school hooligans. The day when they carry firearms and conduct international money laundering business is when I get scared. See - that's the brooklyn in me talking. I lived next door to projects for almost a year without even knowing it! Thank god the locals got used to me and nick named me "chink man".
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May 3, 2008
May 3rd Black Bunneh Weekend Review
- Rescuing a puppy.
- Murakami exhibit at the Moca.
- Real Bowser? Maybe.
- Flying polar bears.
- Can you name all the cartoon silhouettes?
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May 2, 2008
Baby Car Logos
I want them all now in both widescreen wallpaper form and as real life collector's items. Hit the jump.
via Gearfuse
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May 1, 2008
English Isn't Easy
Believe me, I went thru 2 years of ESL before they'd let me attend regular classes. Apparently Germans have it tough too. Love this ad by Inlingua.
via Notcot
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