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We Have No Garbage Day in Amsterdam!
With the underground containers found in most neighbourhoods in Amsterdam, “garbage day” is a thing of the past. And good riddance! This video talks about some of the benefits of these containers, and how I don’t miss garbage day … … Continue reading
Urban Patterns
Photographer Pepijn Thijsse is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of these images. From the ‘City & Urban’ series. More images: Urban Patterns
Amayadori: Tadao Ando’s Circular Public Restroom Incorporates an Engawa
walking North from Shibuya Station brings you to Jingu-dori Park and the south entrance of the toilet The Tokyo Toilet project continues to make progress with the latest designer public restroom by Tadao Ando (previously) opening last week. Ando’s design features … Continue reading
This Dog Takes the Bus by Herself to Walk Around at the Park
What a good girl. Every morning, a very independent pooch named Eclipse leaves her house alone. She’s on a mission: get to the dog park located in the heart of Downtown Seattle. Over the years, Eclipse has become a favorite … Continue reading
Artbeat of the City: No Wolf Can Blow My House Down
Meet Abby the Spoon Lady. She is one of only a handful of spoon players in the world. She is working on keeping the art of spoon playing alive. When I first met Abby, she was sitting on the corner … Continue reading
6 FIGURE GANG
A short documentary for The Face profiling a UK musical collective of six young female DJ’s. — When six UK DJs and producers drunkenly manifested their desire to earn six figures on a night out, little did they know that … Continue reading
Paris Transforms the River Seine Into a Floating Cinema
As some cities get back to life after the coronavirus lockdown, they’re having to come up with innovative ways to bring a sense of normalcy while also staying safe. In Paris, that means using a vital resource—the Seine—to keep outdoor … Continue reading
Freedom House Ambulance Service – 99% Invisible
Back in the 1960s and 70s, in the city of Pittsburgh, there was a nickname for guys like John Moon –The Unemployables. This nickname meant that you simply could not get hired, no matter where you went for a job. … Continue reading
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These revolutionary cities are forcing cars to take a back seat | Living
Now could be the perfect time for a sustainable transport revolution. By Rosie Frost We’ve become used to the quieter roads, fewer cars and open public spaces. It feels like there is more space to breathe. The ability to cycle … Continue reading
How French Baguettes Are Made In Paris | Regional Eats
In this episode, baker Mahmoud M’seddi welcomes us into his bakery in Paris’ 14th district where his award-winning baguettes come to life. Making a baguette is complex and time-consuming process that requires a lot of dedication, skill, expertise, but most … Continue reading