Concrete Jewelry – Smersh Design (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Polymer resin concrete has been around for a few decades. It is a durable, lightweight and chemically resistant alternative to Portland cement although it is more expensive. However, using polymer con…

Modern Animated Fairytales – Pixar Makes Disney Hip (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) One of the most exciting things to happen to the animated world of entertainment was when Pixar joined forces with Walt Disney Animation Studios. In April, they announced details about the films they …

Ultra Slim Cameras – BenQ T850 is “World’s Slimmest” 8MP (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) BenQ is hailing its new T850 camera as the world’s slimmest 8 megapixel, measuring less than 15mm thick with 3x optical zoom, 3 inch touch-screen LCD and ISO 1600 support.

The unique thing about t…

Co-Branded Phones – Sony Ericsson Ducati Z770

(TrendHunter.com) Special edition, co-branded phones seem to have a healthy niche market in people who like having mobiles branded with their favorite SuperCar or bike. Maybe it’s a substitute for not being able to buy…

Foldable Mountaint Bikes – SwissBike (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) SwissBike recently launched a new line of foldable mountain bikes. They was designed to be compactable to give convenience to cyclists in terms of transportation and the storage of the two-wheeled veh…

Revealing War Mysteries – Secret Weapons of World War 2 (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) The Second World war is riddled with stories of mad scientists working for the Nazi’s and the Allies, developing technology which was much far advanced than any of the technology seen today.

Michae…

Creepy Urban Exploration – Abandoned Ruins by Tom Kirsch (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Although not a new activity, urban exploring is rapidly gaining popularity fueled by media coverage, including TV shows and many intriguing websites featuring the endeavour. According to Wikipedia, ur…

Heated Snack Trays – Chip ‘n’ Dip Hotplates

(TrendHunter.com) Have you ever been disappointed by cold appetizers late into a party? Or are you a host who just dreads leftovers? If so, this heated chip & dip tray could be for you!

The concept is simple– a hot…

DIY Pet Pampering – Doggie Spa Kit

(TrendHunter.com) This attractive bone-shaped ensemble is the perfect gift for any dog who’s in search of preferential treatment.

The Doggie Spa Kit includes a shampoo enriched with bug-repelling oils which also pr…

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  • Artists | Sonsbeek 2008
    The selected artists are giving shape to the urge, the dream, the conflict and the struggle that are irrevocably connected with the strive for grandeur. Their art shows "Grandeur on a human scale".
  • Tissue of dead humans to be cloned – Times Online
    Scientists are to be permitted to use tissue from dead people to create cloned human stem cells for research, under a legal change put forward by the government.

From Cradle to Grave, Independence Blue Cross Wants Your Business

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CEO Joseph Frick of Independence Blue Cross, the biggest health insurance provider in Philadelphia, used his recent colon cancer diagnosis to fuel this ad campaign by Tierney Communications.

Asymmetrical Glasses – Sugarkane’s Stylish Specs (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Check out these eccentric asymmetric eyeglasses.

The asymmetrical frames, made by Sugarkane occhiali, are surround photochromatic lenses which change from clear to tinted for shade from the sun. The…

Sexy Fitness Videos? – Is Hula Girl A Stealth Nintendo Viral? (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Nintendo can be sexy, a point made very clear by this viral video. Instead of emphasizing the benefits of personal exercise, the latest Wii Fit commercial hypes up the advantage of having girlfriend u…

Watch Out for that Hair; It Could Kill a Small Mammal

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Hoping to milk the star (?) for all his worth, Nationwide has released behind-the-scenes footage of its ad featuring Sanjaya Malakar.

As Big Banks Balk, Upstarts Attract Deserving but Underserved Borrowers


LOS ANGELES (AdAge.com) — Two upstarts with decidedly fresh marketing and lending approaches are seeing the image crisis at more-established banks as an opportunity.

Serving Other Media With TV Ups Appetite for Products

NEW YORK (AdAge.com) — As if you needed yet another reason to diversify your media mix, a study shows that consumers' intent to buy products increases dramatically if they see a brand's ad messages on TV and in other media such as print or online compared with TV alone.

How Can I Get the Best Out of My Summer Interns?


Flowers are in full bloom, season finales are dominating the airwaves, and the end of the school year is upon us. That can mean only one thing: It's intern season! Unfortunately, most intern experiences are wasted. If you want to make the most of the summer — for you and for them — here's what you should do.

Marketers, Don’t Just Blindly Follow Latest Media Trends


In a media environment that is increasingly defined by the trendiness that afflicts a whole bunch of other categories, brands run the risk of looking like an outsider trying to seem with it, unsure of why we're there or what we're supposed to do to become a valuable member of the community.

The 6 Markets You Need to Know Now


Five major generational markets exist in the U.S., and each brings serious significance for marketers.

Think Like a Venture Capitalist and Change the Marketing Model


NEW YORK (AdAge.com) — When it comes to the ways technology is changing the world, marketers would do well to think like venture capitalists: invest upfront in opportunities with potentially huge payouts and help new technology companies define novel ad models.