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Thirty Spectacular Photos Of John F. Kennedy

A fascinating look at the iconic images and pivotal moments of the life of JFK.

By Alexander Baldwin • Nov 22, 2013

Thirty Spectacular Photos Of John F. Kennedy

A fascinating look at the iconic images and pivotal moments of the life of JFK.

By Alexander Baldwin • November 22, 2013

The Colorful Chaos Of Fabian Oefner

Convening the aesthetic wonder of art and the stupefying world of science, Fabian Oefner's "Liquid Jewels" are truly a wealth in the contemporary art world.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 17, 2013

The Colorful Chaos Of Fabian Oefner

Convening the aesthetic wonder of art and the stupefying world of science, Fabian Oefner's "Liquid Jewels" are truly a wealth in the contemporary art world.

By All That's Interesting • November 17, 2013

The Fascinating Origins Of Six Friendly Gestures

Friendly Gestures: The High Five The high five’s origin is an extraordinarily contentious issue, given its association with camaraderie and celebration. The low five had long been used between black Americans and became popular during the Jazz Age as a response to “slap me some skin.” However, the cultural phenomenon...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 13, 2013

The Fascinating Origins Of Six Friendly Gestures

Friendly Gestures: The High Five The high five’s origin is an extraordinarily contentious issue, given its association with camaraderie and celebration. The low five had long been used between black Americans and became popular during the Jazz Age as a response to “slap me some skin.” However, the cultural phenomenon...

By All That's Interesting • November 13, 2013

The World’s Weirdest Celebrations

If there’s one thing at which humans excel, it’s celebrating. Hanukkah, Halloween and Easter all rock up at the same time each year, but why not extend that festive savoir-faire to those lesser known holidays, like Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day, or even Fruitcake Toss Day? If you’re in the...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 6, 2013

The World’s Weirdest Celebrations

If there’s one thing at which humans excel, it’s celebrating. Hanukkah, Halloween and Easter all rock up at the same time each year, but why not extend that festive savoir-faire to those lesser known holidays, like Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day, or even Fruitcake Toss Day? If you’re in the...

By All That's Interesting • November 6, 2013

Odd Collections And Their Even More Eccentric Owners

It’s fair to say that at some point in our lives, we’ve all had a collection that, if others saw it, might make them question our sanity. For you, it might be old magazines, cigarette lighters or even, say, antique seat cushions. But for a handful of people, a collection...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 5, 2013

Odd Collections And Their Even More Eccentric Owners

It’s fair to say that at some point in our lives, we’ve all had a collection that, if others saw it, might make them question our sanity. For you, it might be old magazines, cigarette lighters or even, say, antique seat cushions. But for a handful of people, a collection...

By All That's Interesting • November 5, 2013

The Weirdest Wedding Traditions In The World

From dumping soot and flour onto a bride to avoiding the bathroom in the name of love, people have crafted some of the weirdest wedding traditions ever.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 3, 2013

The Weirdest Wedding Traditions In The World

From dumping soot and flour onto a bride to avoiding the bathroom in the name of love, people have crafted some of the weirdest wedding traditions ever.

By All That's Interesting • November 3, 2013

10 Of The World’s Most Bizarre Parades

Bizarre Parades: Coney Island’s Mermaid Fest The Mermaid Parade of Coney Island, NY takes the carefree spirit of Mardi Gras and combines it with celebrating the beginning of summer. This show is most notable for the thousands of ladies adorning mermaid costumes, often keeping with the Mardi Gras tradition of...

By Erin Kelly • Nov 2, 2013

10 Of The World’s Most Bizarre Parades

Bizarre Parades: Coney Island’s Mermaid Fest The Mermaid Parade of Coney Island, NY takes the carefree spirit of Mardi Gras and combines it with celebrating the beginning of summer. This show is most notable for the thousands of ladies adorning mermaid costumes, often keeping with the Mardi Gras tradition of...

By Erin Kelly • November 2, 2013

The Fascinating History Of Obscene Gestures

The (Middle) finger Synonymous with various phrases revolving around a verb that begins with the letter F, the middle finger is one of the most universally recognized and reviled gestures in history. Made particularly popular by late 20th century rock and punk personalities as a sign of rebellion and anti-establishmentarianism,...

By All That's Interesting • Oct 18, 2013

The Fascinating History Of Obscene Gestures

The (Middle) finger Synonymous with various phrases revolving around a verb that begins with the letter F, the middle finger is one of the most universally recognized and reviled gestures in history. Made particularly popular by late 20th century rock and punk personalities as a sign of rebellion and anti-establishmentarianism,...

By All That's Interesting • October 18, 2013

Jimi Hendrix’s Legendary Performance At Woodstock 1969

Often deemed the music performance that defined the 1960s, music expert and Jimi Hendrix scholar Joel Brattin has picked up on some of the most interesting elements of Hendrix’s iconic performances that you may not have otherwise known: 1. Hendrix performed with a temporary band. The Jimi Hendrix Experience, with...

By Savannah Cox • Oct 15, 2013

Jimi Hendrix’s Legendary Performance At Woodstock 1969

Often deemed the music performance that defined the 1960s, music expert and Jimi Hendrix scholar Joel Brattin has picked up on some of the most interesting elements of Hendrix’s iconic performances that you may not have otherwise known: 1. Hendrix performed with a temporary band. The Jimi Hendrix Experience, with...

By Savannah Cox • October 15, 2013

A Delightful Photo Gallery Captures Kids Trying Lemons

For many of us, there was a distinct moment in our childhood when an adult in our lives convinced us into trying our first lemon, resulting in a spasm of retching and yelling. Conceived of by David Wile and April Maciborka, Pucker is a photoseries capturing the exact moment a...

By All That's Interesting • Aug 18, 2013

A Delightful Photo Gallery Captures Kids Trying Lemons

For many of us, there was a distinct moment in our childhood when an adult in our lives convinced us into trying our first lemon, resulting in a spasm of retching and yelling. Conceived of by David Wile and April Maciborka, Pucker is a photoseries capturing the exact moment a...

By All That's Interesting • August 18, 2013