The Inspiring Story of a Man Who Became a Top Bicycle Repairman after Losing Nine Fingers and Both Legs
23 years ago, Yue Jin lost both his legs and nine of his fingers in a freak accident. He thought his life was over, but somehow found the strength to start over and today he is one of the most sought-after bicycle repairmen in Jilin City, northern China. In 1993, while he was cutting firewood in […]
The Photo-Like Pencil Portraits of Shinichi Furuya
It never ceases to amaze me the kind of amazing things talented people can create using only the simplest of materials. Case in point, artist Shinichi Furuya, who uses pencils and paper to make these stunningly-realistic portraits of Japanese celebrities. The level of detail in Shinichi Furuya’s artworks is so breathtaking that it’s hard to believe […]
This Tasty New York Doughnut Is Made with Bone Marrow
The last ingredient you would expect to find in a delicious doughnut is bone marrow, but that’s apparently the secret behind this popular treat served at a New York doughnut shop. The doughnut market has become very competitive in recent years, and businesses have to come up with something really special to get an edge. […]