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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

For One Brief and Shining Moment, Fashionable Women Faked Looking Pregnant

Fashion has evolved to accept diverse styles, but not without limitations, particularly regarding maternity wear.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
4 months ago

From Pink Vintage Tiles to Bougie Bidets - See Bathrooms Transform Over 100+ Years

Bathrooms have evolved from mere utility spaces to personal sanctuaries that prioritize comfort.
Historical context reveals the changing function and aesthetic of bathrooms over time.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

A temple to extravagance. And that goes for Manchester United's new stadium, too | Rowan Moore

There's a phenomenon in architectural history whereby great empires build their grandest monuments just before they fall. The Parthenon was completed just before Athens embarked on the devastating Peloponnesian War.
London politics
Digital life
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Couples are more likely to have baby boys than girls when they have sex at this time of the month

Couples cannot guarantee conceiving a boy, but various factors, including timing of intercourse and historical patterns, influence chances.
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago

These Were The Most Popular Baby Names In 1925

The analysis of baby names from the Social Security Administration's database reveals that while some names like James and Elizabeth remain favored, others like Mildred and Ralph have faded away over time. This study highlights how naming trends evolve while certain classics retain their popularity through generations.
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