Anna Wintour is one of the most powerful and influential figures in the global fashion industry. As the longtime Editor-in-Chief of Vogue (US) and Chief Content Officer of Condé Nast, she has shaped fashion trends, launched careers, and turned Vogue into a cultural institution. Born on November 3, 1949, in London she has been Editor-in-Chief...
China plays a dominant role in the global rare earth minerals market, controlling much of the mining, processing and supply of these critical elements. Rare earth elements (REEs) are a group of 17 chemically similar metals. These include Light REEs such as Lanthanum, Cerium, Praseodymium, Neodymium and Samarium; and Heavy REEs such as Gadolinium, Terbium,...
Steve Jobs was a transformative figure in the history of technology. As the co-founder of Apple, he played a central role in shaping the digital age through his focus on innovation, design, and user experience. Apple Inc. was founded in 1976 by Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne; Jobs helped create the personal computer market with...
“On the Road” by Jack Kerouac became the defining voice of the Beat Generation and a cultural touchstone for postwar American restlessness. Published in 1957 this first-person, stream-of-consciousness work became an instant classic. On the Road chronicles the travels of Sal Paradise (Kerouac’s alter ego) and Dean Moriarty (based on Neal Cassady) across the United...
John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men” follows two displaced migrant ranch workers, George Milton and Lennie Small, as they travel from job to job in search of stability during the Great Depression. George is small, sharp, and protective of Lennie, who is physically strong but has a developmental disability. The two dream of owning a...
Ken Kesey published his masterpiece One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest in 1962. The book is set in a psychiatric hospital in Oregon during the 1950s. The story is narrated by Chief Bromden, a half-Native American patient who pretends to be deaf and mute. The story unfolds when Randle P. McMurphy, a loud, rebellious, and...
The story behind a design often reveals the inspiration, challenges, and creative choices that shaped it, offering a deeper understanding of the design process and its impact. It’s the narrative that connects the design to its purpose, context, and the audience it aims to serve. Understanding the story behind a design is important because it...
William Morris (1834–1896) was a British designer, writer, and socialist, widely considered the founding figure of the Arts and Crafts Movement, which emerged in the late 19th century in response to the industrial revolution. The movement had a lasting impact on graphic design, architecture, interior design, and the decorative arts. Trained in architecture, Morris was...
The history of design is a rich and evolving narrative that spans centuries, cultures, and technological advances. Design began with early newspapers and pamphlets which incorporated more structured layouts and visual hierarchy. Industrial printing and mechanisation later enabled faster production, wider distribution, and the birth of mass media. However, it wasn’t until the 19th Century...
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance was released way back in 1962 and directed by John Ford. The film stars Jimmy Stewart, John Wayne, Vera Miles and Lee Marvin. This black and white beauty is a reminder of the golden age of cinema, and Westerns in particular. However, the Man Who Shot Liberty Valance is...