In a world where businesses seem to shell out less while asking for more, California's Madonna Inn stands in stark defiance.

Mining and urbanization are bringing an end to the Dukha, or what many call Mongolia's "reindeer people."

Even though their livelihoods and customs are being lost to time, Burano's rich history can be seen on its very technicolor walls.

The state of Bulgaria cut its ties with the USSR and communist ideologies in the late 20th century, but its memory remains in the form of architecture.

Behind the teasing sexiness, pin-up girls tells the story of how war, markets, and sexuality shape society and norms.

Artist John Bramblitt paints gorgeous portraits and colorful landscapes — despite the fact that he was rendered blind from epilepsy in 2001.

Joe Fig makes art of artists making art. Have a headache yet?

When in doubt, ask a woman. This is common sense, but it was also US policy while in a pinch during World War Two.

Welcome to Skateistan, the Afghanistan skateboard school where girls can realize the rewards of their strength without fear.

Recent funding cuts may make it seem as if the US' days in space are over. These vintage NASA photos remind us of a better time for space exploration.

Japanese futurism swept through the island from the 1930s to the 1960s, and in spite of the destruction surrounding them, their views on the future were pretty bright.