The last few years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club has seen dog ownership rocket to record levels. But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup. Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallerganic dog. For all the latest dog news, pictures, advice and information, join our...
Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot is now electric. The same week the company retired its hydraulic Atlas model, it unveiled a first look at the newest version of the humanoid. While this robot looks more human-like than its predecessor, it can move in ways no human can. A promotional video shows the new Atlas standing up by spinning its legs around its back and turning its head 180 degrees before walking off screen. Ouch. “Atlas may resemble a human form factor, but we are equipping the robot...
The last few years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club has seen dog ownership rocket to record levels. But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup. Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallerganic dog. For all the latest dog news, pictures, advice and information, join our...
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On the afternoon of Sunday, Feb. 25, I drive to West Hollywood to spend a night at a hotel. I want to imagine what it would be like to live in one. There is too much noise in my head, and I am trying to clear it. I keep picturing a clean, fresh hotel room, a kind of blank slate — a chance to start anew, step into another life. I decide to keep a time log and write a diary entry for the 19 hours I am about to spend living out this experiment. I arrive at the hotel. It is called Hotel 850 SVB, a...
On a sunny Tuesday morning in Milan, Thom Browne dropped by his menswear store in the city’s historic shopping district. In one of the terrazzo-floored rooms sat a tiny twin bed designed by the French modernist Jacques Adnet in the 1950s, the bedspread so taut it could have been folded by a drill sergeant. The crisp white linens were made by Frette as part of the new Thom Browne home line the designer was set to unveil with a special performance at Salone del Mobile, the international furniture...
The bitcoin halving usually precedes a price rise for the cryptocurrency to a new all-time high. But this time, things are different.
The age-old excuse “My dog ate my homework” might elicit eye rolls from teachers worldwide, but anyone who’s shared their home with a playful, curious, or sometimes mischievous dog knows that this scenario isn’t entirely out of the realm of possibility. Some dog breeds, with their insatiable curiosity, penchant for mischief, or sheer love of chewing, might just be more likely than others to turn your important papers into their latest snack. This article explores the 7 dog breeds most
While dogs and cats are often seen as opposites in the pet world, some dog breeds exhibit behaviors that might make you do a double-take, wondering if they think they’re cats. These dogs might display cat-like tendencies such as climbing to high perches, showing a penchant for independence, or engaging in pounce-and-chase games that are typically feline. This article explores 5 dog breeds most likely to exhibit behaviors that could make one think they believe themselves to be part of
The first study to examine the association between canine sterilization and life span was published in 1982.
For some reason, people are still fascinated with Furbys and are looking to turn them into something more horrific than they already are. This DIT mutant Furby robot...
The mystique of the wild wolf captivates many dog lovers, leading them to seek out dog breeds that bear a strong resemblance to this iconic predator. These wolf-like breeds often display the physical characteristics of wolves, such as sharp, pointed ears, elongated snouts, piercing eyes, and bushy tails, along with the thick double coats that are typical of animals adapted to harsh, cold climates. The resemblance goes beyond aesthetics; many breeds also share behavioral traits with wolves, such...