How Two Families Escaped East Germany in a Homemade Hot Air Balloon
(via Listverse) At 2:40 a.m. on the morning of 15 September 1979, constables Walter Hamann and Rudolf Golkel of the
Read more
Inspiration
9 Things Invented By Accident
(via Mental Floss) Not every great invention was created according to plan. Some, in fact, were the result of a
Read more
25 Fast Facts About Field of Dreams
(via Mental Floss) If you have seen Field of Dreams, you likely have a strong opinion on it. While some
Read more
The Long History of the Marbled Composition Book
(via Mental Floss) For jotting down notes, sketching elaborate monster rampages over cities, or just capturing your thoughts, people love
Read more
12 Amazing Facts About Simone Biles
(via Mental Floss) Simone Biles is the most decorated female gymnast ever, with 30 World and Olympic medals. The 24-year-old
Read more
How Milton Glaser Came to Design the Iconic Poster of Bob Dylan
(via Smithsonian) The 1966 illustration of the folk-rock icon captured the psychedelic dazzle of the flower-power era. Graphic designer Milton
Read more
Celebrating America’s Oldest Family-Run Stained Glass Studio
(via Smithsonian) A new exhibition spotlights Judson Studios, the Los Angeles group that’s been creating iconic pieces of art for
Read more
How Japanese Bamboo Helped Edison Make The Light Bulb
(via Amusing Planet) Thomas Alva Edison’s invention, or shall we say “perfection”, of the light bulb helped brighten up homes
Read more
The Unique Quirks of 6 Writers and Artists
(via Mental Floss) Everybody has their quirks—and creative types are no exception. From a bestselling author who overcomes writer’s block
Read more
The Unmatched Bravery of the Harlem Hellfighters
(via Smithsonian) A salute to the all-Black World War I fighting unit
Read more
When Life Gave Pennsylvania Spotted Lanternflies, Its Bees Made Spotted Lanternfly Honey
(via Atlas Obscura) A smoky-sweet flavor, courtesy of an invasive species.
Read more
The Octagon Houses of Orson Fowler
(via Amusing Planet) Orson Fowler wanted to design the best house, but he detested the traditional boxy shapes. Too many
Read more