Tag Archives: Urban

Paris Transforms the River Seine Into a Floating Cinema

Posted on July 13, 2020 by agogo22

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 →

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Freedom House Ambulance Service – 99% Invisible

Posted on July 10, 2020 by agogo22

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

Posted on July 9, 2020 by agogo22

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 →

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How French Baguettes Are Made In Paris | Regional Eats

Posted on July 7, 2020 by agogo22

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 →

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At This Harlem Apartment, Live Jazz Every Sunday

Posted on July 2, 2020 by agogo22

Every Sunday, for the past 24 years, Marjorie Eliot and Rudel Drears open the doors of their Harlem apartment to anyone in the mood for jazz. Initially beginning the apartment sessions as a way to honor her son’s passing, Marjorie’s … Continue reading →

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History of Manchester – 1. Mamucium

Posted on July 1, 2020 by agogo22

The first in a series about the history of one of the world’s most historically important cities. I’ll be looking into the very origins of Manchester – from an insignificant nowhere in an obscure corner of Europe to a valuable … Continue reading →

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Urban Heat

Posted on June 28, 2020 by agogo22

Photographer Michael Mcilvaney is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this street photography.  From the project ‘COLLISION’.     The city encounters record temperatures. The glass and steel of the latest structures reflect the light and magnify the heat … Continue reading →

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Foxes Caught in Dramatic Squabbles and Sleepy Coils by Photographer Konsta Punkka

Posted on June 20, 2020 by agogo22

Each spring, Helsinki-born photographer Konsta Punkka (previously) stakes out dens, showing he’s as clever in strategy as the foxes he’s hoping to encounter. This commitment to hours lying on cold, wet ground for hours on end has afforded a splendid … Continue reading →

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Signs of Life (a short film)

Posted on June 20, 2020 by agogo22

“Signs of Life” captures light, beauty, clarity and life found in the darkness of the COVID-19 quarantine days. This film was captured and created in 4 days (including the music) for a competition. Created by Kelly Campelia (a.k.a. FIRELADY) Music … Continue reading →

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Lockdown in Milan

Posted on June 20, 2020 by agogo22

“I made this in April 2020, when the pandemic was raging in Italy, but for some reason never posted it. Now, things in Italy have improved, and the pandemic has hit the United States with a vengeance – so this … Continue reading →

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