In Nara, Japan, Sika deer are not restricted to forests or parks, but rather mingle in the urban center much like humans—congregating in green spaces, browsing open shops, and even lining up neatly to pass through turnstiles. Although viewed as a burden in a most of the country, in Nara the deer population is sacred and protected by law. Beyond the Border, an ongoing series by Kanagawa-based photographer Yoko Ishii, captures the deer in everyday moments across the city, from collectively passing down a major street, to pausing to feed their young below a stoplight. More

Given that Ubisoft is by far the most French of all major video game publishers (going so far as to model its corporate structure like a colonial empire) the company has spoken out […] The post Get ‘Assassin’s Creed: Unity’ For Free To Help Notre Dame appeared first on Geek.com.

ASTORIA, Ore. (AP) - The National Park Service is investigating the looting of an archaeological site at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. The Daily Astorian reported Thursday that artifacts were unearthed near the Netul River Trail on the south end of the park sometime in late March. Superintendent Jon ...

BAUTA, Cuba (AP) - Just after 8 a.m., Pura Castell got in line behind about 100 other people waiting for a chance to buy frozen chicken legs. For two hours she leaned on her cane watching people leave the state-run market with their 5-pound limit. The chicken ran out at ...

We’re likely in the last batch of episodes for Season 3 of Riverdale, but this show always has time for shirtless boys. There are bigger things going on in every other story this episode, […] The post ‘Riverdale’ Season 3, Episode 18 Recap: More Boxing appeared first on Geek.com.

For many years, HeH+, the helium hydride ion, was thought to be the first molecule formed after the Big Bang’s aftermath, however, no one could detect its whereabouts. Now, with the help of a […] The post Scientists Find the Universe’s Earliest Molecule in Space appeared first on Geek.com.

People first laughed off the idea of the DC Universe streaming service when its seemingly flagship show Titans felt like a parody of bad gritty superhero shows. Wow, Robin cursed at Batman! But […] The post First ‘Swamp Thing’ Trailer Teases Soggy Superhero appeared first on Geek.com.

LONDON (AP) - Environmental protesters who have blocked London roads and bridges for more than three days said Thursday they plan to take their civil disobedience campaign to Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, at the start of the Easter holiday weekend. The Extinction Rebellion group said it would mount a protest ...

Joker Steals The Show! Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is huge. Not just in terms of hype and importance and sales potential, but just in terms of sheer stuff. The Nintendo Switch mascot fighter […] The post The Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Character Guide: Joker appeared first on Geek.com.

Say hello to Big Blue: Botswana unveiled an extremely rare “Fancy Deep Blue” diamond weighing more than 20 carats on Wednesday. The “Okavango Blue” is the largest blue diamond discovery ever made in the […] The post Rare, Massive 20-Carat Blue Diamond Discovered in Botswana appeared first on Geek.com.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) - Some roads and services in Yellowstone National Park will open for the new season on Friday - weather permitting. In celebration of National Park Week, entrance fees will be waived on Saturday. The roads opening to vehicles on Friday include the West Entrance to ...

Sculptor Tach Pollard (previously) works with sustainably sourced hawthorn wood to form lustrous sculptures of mythological figures. After carving the wood, the UK-based artist finishes it with blow torches to form the dark bodies that contrast with the pale, peaceful faces on each sculptural figure. Pollard draws inspiration from myths and spiritual traditions from around the world, including Inuit and Celtic traditions, and is particularly drawn to the notions of shapeshifting and sea creatures. More

Adidas is taking great strides to tackle plastic waste with a new 100 percent recyclable performance running shoe. Loop, the latest creation from the Adidas Futurecraft creative hub, is made entirely of reusable […] The post 100% Recyclable Adidas Sneakers Are ‘Made to be Remade’ appeared first on Geek.com.

Researchers say they have spotted Miss Costa, a 1,668-pound female great white shark, swimming in the Gulf Coast waters earlier this week. On Monday, the massive great white shark “pinged” near the Big […] The post Great White Shark Weighing More Than 1,600 Pounds Spotted Off Florida Coast appeared first on Geek.com.

LONDON (AP) - For some Britons who watched Notre Dame burn so fiercely in Paris, the horror was mixed with apprehension. What happened to the French landmark this week could easily befall the Houses of Parliament in London. The seat of Britain's government is a crumbling, leaky, rodent-infested fire trap ...

NEW YORK (AP) - Uber is releasing a new feature to help riders ensure they're getting into the right vehicles. The development comes several weeks after a University of South Carolina student was killed after getting into a car she had mistaken for the Uber ride she hailed. Uber said ...

ATHENS, Greece (AP) - Authorities in Greece have closed the Acropolis in Athens to visitors for the day due to a severe weather warning, a day after a lightning strike at the ancient site left four people injured. The Culture Ministry said it ordered the closure Thursday after the country's ...

I don’t have much experience playing games set during the French Revolution. The only one I can think of is Assassin’s Creed Unity. Because of that, playing Polyslash’s We. The Revolution felt like […] The post ‘We. The Revolution’ Is ‘Ace Attorney’ With More Beheadings appeared first on Geek.com.

As if being an astronaut aboard the International Space Station weren’t cool enough, NASA’s Christina Koch will become the agency’s second explorer to spend nearly a year inside the orbiting laboratory. NASA this […] The post ‘It Feels Awesome’: NASA’s Christina Koch to Set New ISS Record appeared first on Geek.com.

 Everyday spaces like street markets, city sidewalks, and restaurants become a fantastical playland in the mind of Vernon James Manlapaz. The designer, who has several years of experience in animation and visual effects, creates delight-inducing augmented realities that he shares on Instagram with his more than 150,000 followers. Manlapaz tells Colossal that his digital creations are a combination of pre-planned concepts and spontaneous inspiration. The designer always keeps his phone and 360 camera on hand so he can capture footage for scenery at any time. More

Facebook is reportedly developing a voice assistant to rival Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant. The social network has been working on this initiative since early 2018, according to CNBC. Citing “several people” familiar […] The post Facebook’s Virtual Assistant To Challenge Alexa, Siri appeared first on Geek.com.

Teva recently announced the Teva x Anna Sui Spring/Summer 2019 footwear collection. This collaboration, featuring two new colorways for the Indio Jewell and Flatform Universal sandals, combines the functionality of Teva with the elevated aesthetic of Anna Sui. Fusing these dynamic brand identities celebrates the versatility of design by using this collaboration to appeal to a new demographic of the fashionable outdoor lover, as per an official release.The limited-edition collaboration, debuting during the Anna Sui Spring/ Summer 2019 New York Fashion Week show, set the tone for the youthful and lively collaboration with models such as Bella Hadid strutting down the catwalk in the printed platforms, solidifying Teva's position in the fashion sphere through this innovative collaboration, according to the release.Teva's General Manager, Anders Bergstrom was quoted as saying in the release, «We couldn't have been more thrilled to have the collection debut at Anna Sui's Spring 2019 runway show. This partnership has been a lot of fun, and the sandals are some of our most unique and playful designs to date.»“Taking cues from nature's vibrant flora and fauna, the Teva x Anna Sui collaboration features a punchy summer print from exotic snakes to colorful birds and palms. Sporting the fashion designer's innately whimsical aesthetic, the collection conjures a tropical paradise via a sun-drenched dreamscape. Combining French Riviera romance and classic Polynesian prints in one vacation-ready range, the playful motif elevates two, travel-ready silhouettes, the Indio Jewell and Flatform Universal,” says the release.The Indio Jewell and Flatform Universal are reinterpreted into modern and stylish silhouettes for the collection, relevant for today's woman. Both sandals are offered in two new colorways, Lollipop and Deep Teal, that tie into the Anna Sui Spring/Summer 2019 color story and give the terrain-ready sandals a fashion-forward feel, as per the release.“The sporty footwear silhouettes of the Indio Jewell and Flatform Universal give the Anna Sui Spring / Summer 2019 collection an edge while remaining feminine with light pinks and pastel blue tones found in the two styles, with the support of the tropical oasis motifs woven throughout the straps,” says the release.  «It was a great pleasure working with the Teva team and I'm so pleased with the success of this collaboration! Bringing my Teva dreams to life was so fun and I loved having the freedom of adding my signature Anna Sui flourishes to the classic sandals and platforms,» says designer, Anna Sui, as per the release.Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek at the collection.   https://www.blouinartinfo.com/              Founder: Louise Blouin

Swarovski recently shared an official release stating that it has selected the product lifecycle management (PLM) solution from Centric Software. Centric Software provides the most innovative business solutions for companies in fashion, retail, footwear, sports equipment, luxury goods, and consumer goods, in order to meet their strategic and operational objectives of digital transformation.Founded in 1895 in Wattens, Austria, Swarovski is an independent family business that designs, creates, and markets high-quality glass, authentic gems, and carved stones, as well as finished products such as jewelry, accessories, crystal creations, watches, and lamps, as per the release.The Swarovski consumer goods company, based in Switzerland, required a new solution to replace its two existing PLM systems and streamline its development of jewelry collections, watches, and fashion accessories, as per the release.«We were working with one system for the technical part and another for the creative part, which turned out to be complex and inefficient,» says Martin Buchbauer, director of marketing operations at Swarovski, as per the release. “Excessive personalization also had a negative impact. We investigated the possibility of merging both systems, but we soon realized that it would not work with any of our existing PLM systems. We went to Centric to see how they would manage our defined use cases and help us take our collections development process to the next level.”Convinced by the performance of Centric PLM and the experience of the Centric team, the company opted to implement PLM Centric 8 for internal users in the jewelry, home, watches, and accessories segments, as well as for selected external suppliers in Asia, as per the release. Buchbauer explains, according to the release, “Centric offers great ready-to-use functionality and your team is very competent. Their level of commitment and demand makes us improve our systems and processes. Our key users immediately welcomed the intuitive and modern interface, which convinced us that we were on the right track.”“Centric PLM will help manage the complexity of the design, manufacturing and retailing of 1000 new references per year in different segments. We are also working on an innovation alliance with Centric in the next versions of Centric PLM. It is great to work with a partner that takes into account our needs,” concludes Buchbauer, as per the release.Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek at the Swarovski products.  https://www.blouinartinfo.com/              Founder: Louise Blouin

Victoria's Secret recently introduced a limited-edition scent to their signature, award-winning Bombshell fragrance collection with the launch of Bombshell Paradise Eau de Parfum, as per an official release.This fragrance is a fruity, floral fragrance that opens with a bright hit of Grapefruit and Black Currant laced with fresh, fragrant Tropical Lily of the Valley and Radiant Woods that add the aromatic warmth of the sun. It’s the perfect summer scent for any Bombshell, as per the release.Bombshell Paradise is a dazzling tropical retreat to exotic destinations, such as summer in St. Tropez, bikinis on the beach and glamor by the sea. The limited-edition Bombshell Paradise collection includes an Eau de Parfum, Rollerball, Fragrance Mist and Velvet Body Cream, and is sold exclusively at Victoria's Secret stores and online, according to the release.«Paradise is a place but also a state of mind. Bombshell Paradise embodies a glamorous, sun-filled escape no matter where you are,» said Mark Knitowski, senior vice president of product development, Victoria's Secret Beauty, as per the release.“Victoria's Secret is the leading specialty retailer of bras, panties, lingerie, pajamas, and beauty products with prestige fragrances, body care, celebrated Supermodels and world-famous runway shows. A business of L Brands, Inc., Victoria's Secret serves customers at more than 1,600 Victoria's Secret Lingerie and Beauty stores around the globe and online enabling them to shop the brand anywhere and anytime,” says the release.Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek at the Victoria's Secret fragrance.  https://www.blouinartinfo.com/              Founder: Louise Blouin

Citizen Watch recently announced their newest partnership with Peter Miller, host of the new series “Unchartered Waters with Peter Miller,” to be featured on the Discovery Channel, as per an official release.As per the release, Peter Miller is a nationally-renowned, two-time Emmy nominated television host and expert fisherman traveling through uncharted waters while fulfilling his greatest passions. «Every second counts when it comes to competitive fishing,» says Unchartered Waters host Peter Miller. «Being able to rely on my Citizen Satellite Wave GPS gives me piece of mind, no matter what part of the world I'm traveling to. I'm on time, all of the time.»Peter will be seen sporting Citizen's Satellite Wave GPS on his new show, Uncharted Waters with Peter Miller, throughout the collaboration, via the Discovery Channel. Throughout the show, audiences will join Peter on extreme fishing trips through Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Guatemala, Mobile, Alabama, Anguilla and the Bahamas, as per the release.“The new Satellite Wave GPS collection features satellite GPS timekeeping technology with worldwide reception and time adjustment in 40 time zones. The collection is priced at $795, complete with a black ion-plated stainless steel case and bracelet, black dial and brilliant green, blue or red accents,” says the release.Citizen has been around since 1918. It advocates «Better Starts Now,» searching for and accomplishing goals that are cause driven. In this respect, Citizen aligns with organizations and personalities that reflect the values of the brand, including the Naismith Awards and Good360, as per the release.“For over 40 years, Citizen's Eco-Drive technology has served as a prime example of how the brand is dedicated to making the world and its environment a better place. A simple yet revolutionary concept, Eco-Drive harnesses the power of light from any natural or artificial light source, and converts it into energy, eliminating the need for any battery replacement,” says the release.Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek at the watch.    https://www.blouinartinfo.com/              Founder: Louise Blouin