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Betsy Ross Probably Didn't Sew the First Flag

In honor of Flag Day, we thought it was time you knew the truth.

Why Are Phone Keypads Laid out as a Grid?

A lot of work went into figuring out that grid of numbers on your phone.

This Device That Tells You When to Pee Is Actually Kind of Brilliant

Brightly alerts people with incontinence of when their bladder is expanding.

Where Did the Paperweight Come From?

A Suit That Forces People to Face Aging

Here's how one team is using technology to facilitate tough conversations about long-term care.

Bitcoin Rings: The Engagement Rings of the Future

How L'Oréal Is Working to Destroy Animal Testing

Accurately Painting 3D-Printed Objects By Dipping Them in Water

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15 Ideas That Have Helped Shape American Cities

There's a reason parking lots are often really big and really empty.

This Sweater Is Also a Physical Therapist

Cozy.

A New Umbrella Keeps You Dry on a Rainy Day

IKEA Presents Kitchens of the Future

Here's a Design For Skyscrapers That Don't Cast A Shadow

The Air Jordan III

How an architect revolutionized the basketball shoe.

15 Very Specific Colors You Didn't Know Had Names

Go beyond the crayon box with these little-known colors. Hey, you might even find a new shade for your living room walls.

11 Clearly Awesome Things

Transparent gear? We see right through that gimmick ... and we like it.

The World's Most Amazing Staircases

They say life isn't about the destination, but the journey—and that also seems to be true about these amazing staircases.

13 Balloon Sculptures That Let Your Imagination Float Away

It’s easy to think of balloon twisters as nothing more than children’s entertainers ready to make hats, swords and animals at a moment’s notice, but balloon art can also be incredibly complex. Here are a few of the most impressive balloon sculptures ever

20 Beautiful and Strange Bicycle Designs

It’s spring, and you should go outside. Why not go for a bike ride and turn some heads?

11 Couch Designs of the Future

Are you just gonna sit there? When you could be sprawling, cuddling, storing, or hiding? Check out 11 new concepts in sofa design.

18 Independent Artists at Comic Con 2012

Back in 2010, we introduced you to some of the many talented artists at the San Diego Comic Con. So how have things changed in the last two years? For one thing, there are even more talented artists setting up shop at the convention these days. Here are a

10 Strange and Wonderful Boat Races

The races are strange, but the title refers to the boats. With a little ingenuity, you can build a boat, loosely defined as a "flotation device," out of anything! 1. Beer Can

11 Wonderful Libraries in Africa

We’ve brought you beautiful European, South American, North American and Asian libraries, so now it’s time for some of the most amazing libraries in Africa. 1. Library of

13 Cool and Crazy Variations on the Bicycle

Bicycles are a great way to get around, but for some people, the standard design could use a little improvement. To celebrate the end of National Bike Month, here's a look at some of the coolest and craziest bicycle variations you might see on the road on

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