Photography

January 28, 2026

The Story Behind the Perfectly Unposed Shot of Six Lions Relaxing Together in Tanzania

Arranged in a perfect line atop a dirt mound, six relaxed male lions sit with their legs draped over the grassy crest. Their faces hold a neutral expression, as if they’re taking a break from being ferocious. Some look off in the distance, while a couple look directly at Daniel Dolpire’s camera. The New Zealand-based photographer captured this incredible shot in 2012 while in Tanzania.

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January 18, 2026

For Decades, This Artist Defined the Look of SNL [Interview]

Decades ago, during a poker game at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, artist Edie Baskin had a chance encounter that would alter the trajectory of her career. That night, she met Lorne Michaels, the Canadian-American producer responsible for one of the world’s most beloved comedy shows: Saturday Night Live (SNL).

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January 12, 2026

Smart Hummingbird Feeder Captures Slow-Motion Videos in 4K

Hummingbirds are known for being elusive creatures; so much so that catching a glimpse at them is considered a sign of good luck in many cultures. To make these encounters less of a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it experience, Birdfy has announced a new smart bird feeder designed with these speedy creatures in mind. The Birdfy Hum Bloom made its debut at CES 2026, and even earned a nod at the CES Innovation Awards.

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December 23, 2025

Rare Elves and Sprites Light up the Sky Like a Scene From the Film ‘Independence Day’

Italian photographer Valter Binotto captured a seemingly unreal image—one where two rare forms of red lightning shot into the sky like something out of science fiction. In fact, he compared the scene to the film Independence Day. Upon photographing the scene, it reminded him of the moment in the movie when the alien ship destroys the U.S. White House.

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