Category: design

An elderly man believed a Meta chatbot was real, and died chasing a fantasy.

August 19, 2025

Swatch China’s latest ad ticks off more than just time.

August 19, 2025

Joe Caroff, the designer behind the iconic James Bond 007 gun logo, died at 103, one day shy of his 104th birthday. Commissioned in 1962 for Dr. No, his design cleverly merged “007” with a pistol, becoming a lasting symbol of the franchise. Though paid just $300 and uncredited, Caroff’s work defined cinematic branding. He […]

August 19, 2025

McDonald’s has teamed up with PacSun to revive its whimsical McDonaldland universe through a nostalgic fashion collaboration. Launched on August 12, the PacSun x McDonaldland collection features themed apparel and accessories inspired by classic characters like Grimace, Birdie, and the Hamburglar. The line includes graphic tees, hoodies, denim jackets, claw clips, and tote bags, all […]

August 19, 2025

Every “fresh” design trend you love is probably stolen—from Soviet posters to 80s neon, from Bauhaus to Blade Runner. We’re not inventing; we’re remixing. Here’s the proof that today’s hottest web aesthetics are just yesterday’s styles in shinier packaging.

August 19, 2025

Netflix’s animated hit KPop Demon Hunters is turning theaters into concert halls with a sold-out sing-along event across 300 screenings. Scheduled for August 23–24 in the U.S. and Canada, the limited run invites fans to belt out viral tracks like “Golden,” which recently topped the Billboard Hot 100. The film, featuring K-pop girl group HUNTR/X […]

August 18, 2025

Nexon’s The First Descendant is facing backlash over its Season 3 “Breakthrough” TikTok ad campaign, which features uncanny AI-generated influencers. Fans criticized the robotic avatars for mimicking real streamers—especially horror creator DanieltheDemon—raising concerns about digital likeness and consent. The ads were described as “cringe” and “phishing-like,” with players accusing Nexon of sidelining its 8,800-member creator […]

August 18, 2025

Every birthday comes with a surprise—but did you know yours comes with a Doodle too?

August 18, 2025

Arguably the cutest racer in Mario Kart World just got caught in controversy.

August 18, 2025

Getting a viewer’s attention is a big challenge for video content creators. The key is to get them hooked from the first few frames. An effective title sequence can do that. Titles that feature captivating movements are a must. You’ll also want strong visual effects and typography. Each is an ingredient to keeping viewers interested […]

August 18, 2025

WordPress theme development has evolved. There are now two distinct paths for building your perfect theme. So-called “classic” themes continue to thrive. They’re the same blend of CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and PHP we’ve used for years. The market is still saturated with and dominated by these old standbys. Block themes are the new-ish kid on […]

August 18, 2025

Shots fired: FluMist Home brings vaccine day to your couch.

August 17, 2025

Devine intervention? Adam Devine flaunts scents of humor, promising a “second skin of sureness.”

August 17, 2025

Lego and Bluey have teamed up to launch a new preschool mobile game that blends digital storytelling with creative brick-building fun. Developed by StoryToys in collaboration with BBC Studios and the Lego Group, the app is designed for children aged 2 to 7 and features four themed play packs: Garden Tea Party, Go for a […]

August 16, 2025

IKEA has launched its new Brighton store with a cheeky campaign that celebrates the city’s infamous seagulls. Ahead of the opening at Churchill Square, the brand unveiled a “chip theft insurance kiosk” offering free chips to locals as playful restitution for years of stolen seaside snacks. The campaign also featured posters splattered with faux bird […]

August 16, 2025

British artist Anish Kapoor teamed up with Greenpeace to stage a dramatic climate protest on Shell’s offshore gas platform in the North Sea. The installation, titled BUTCHERED, featured a massive 12-by-8-meter canvas drenched in 1,000 litres of blood-red liquid, symbolizing environmental destruction and fossil fuel violence. Activists scaled the Skiff platform, located 45 nautical miles […]

August 16, 2025

Zero dollars, one snap-fit PC case. Teenage Engineering folds design and delight into the price of shipping.

August 16, 2025

Jeff Bezos honors Jackie, the woman who believed in him before the world ever did.

August 16, 2025

Meghan Markle’s wine empire expands—sold-out rosé now inspires frozen treats.

August 16, 2025

South Korea’s top court rules that ‘Baby Shark’ wades safely in public domain waters.

August 16, 2025