Stairwell of illusion
In 1968, Rafael Nelson Aboganda, a Filipino architect , built an actual Penrose stairs in Rochester.
In 1968, Rafael Nelson Aboganda, a Filipino architect , built an actual Penrose stairs in Rochester.
Nickel is a chemical element — atomic number 28 — that is thought to be one of the main constituents of the Earth’s core. It has a melting point of 2651° F. This corrosion-resistant metal is also the star of one of the coolest YouTube video series we’ve ever come across — Red Hot Nickel Ball from Carsandwater.
Most of us write a little something everyday. It might be a grocery list, a poem, or a write-up on the infographic of the day. As we go through this daily ritual, however, we are probably not aware of the effects writing has on our brains.
What has changed in nearly 100 years of sports?
Although you might know these characters very well, I guess you probably do not know the actors who portrayed them.
Behold, the Wintergatan Marble Machine! A handmade music box that powers a kick drum, bass, vibraphone and more using a hand crank and over 2,000 marbles.