How to Upcycle 5 Fashion Looks for Spring
byThe fashion looks for spring 2014 are all about a fine blend between femininity and edginess. Although you want to be at the forefront of fashion, you don’t always have to purchase new clothing items.
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The Most Eco-Friendly Cities to Visit
byWhen taking a holiday, you want to ensure that it’s as green as possible. Here some of the most eco-friendly cities in the world and the cool ways in which they high-five the planet.
Can Africa Lead the Way to a Sustainable Future?
byAfrica is on a remarkable growth trajectory, with many analysts predicting economic growth to remain above 5% for the foreseeable future.
Ethical E-tailer, Zady, Launches “Farm-to-Closet” Knitwear Collection
byWe introduced you to ethical e-tailer, Zady, almost a year ago and had no doubt they would be a success. Well, exactly a year since inception, Zady is poised to launch its own private label, beginning with a knitted women’s sweater.
Hair and Makeup Trends: Spring 2014
byFew women can resist changing their hair every now and again. While some people’s experimentation lends itself to spray-painted pony tails, feathered headdresses and peacock-coloured ombres, other people are more content with a few highlights and simple cut.
Ralph Lauren “Polo Tech” Shirt Unveiled at U.S. Open
bySeveral of the ball boys at this year’s U.S. Open, which kicks off this week, will be trying out Ralph Lauren’s new ‘Polo Tech’, the iconic brand’s introduction into wearable technology: a black compression jersey that uses a system of discreet sensors to track its wearer’s biological and physiological profile.
The World’s First Unstealable Bike
byGood news for cyclists who resent carting around heavy U-locks or chains: A new bike design incorporates the lock into the bike itself. And its creators claim it’s the world’s first unstealable bike.
Your iPhone Just Got {a little} Less Toxic
byApple recently announced an official ban of two toxins from its iPhone and iPad production lines, following a five-month-long “Bad Apple” campaign launched by China Labor Watch and Green America.
Nail Polish that Changes Colour When Exposed to Date Rape Drugs
byCould a manicure save you from a sexual assault? Four male students at North Carolina State University are attempting to put an end to date rape with a nail polish called Undercover Colors, that changes color when exposed to “drug-assisted assault” or “date rape” drugs such as gamma hydroxybutyrate and rohypnol, both of which are odorous, colorless, and can be slipped into a drink and ingested without the recipient’s knowledge
An App to Reduce Food Waste
byAmericans waste up to 30 to 40 percent of food, an excess of up to $165 billion a year, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. Which is why a New York app developer is launching an app to help restaurants and grocery stores combat food waste by finding customers who might pay for discounted food before it’s thrown away.