The below images show the startling transformation of a former firefighter who has received the “most extensive” face transplant ever, carried out by a team of US surgeons. Plastic surgeon Dr Eduardo Rodriguez led the team that performed the 26-hour surgery to give Patrick…
Line Severinsen is a mother of two and talent illustrator/animator who lives in Bergen. Her hilarious webcomics about the challenges and everyday struggles of being pregnant are instantly relatable to anyone who has been pregnant, and a real eye-opener to those of us who haven’t. Her…
This powerful photo series by French photographer Antoine Geiger shows us the extent of our addiction to our smartphones. It’s frightening to say the least. His project, titled SUR-FAKE, shows people’s faces being sucked into their smartphones. It illustrates the major problem of technology…
Jake Bailey was given just three weeks to live after being diagnosed with a deadly form of cancer. As head boy, the 18-year-old was due to give his high school graduation speech, but his doctors warned him that he might not make it. But…
This is the tender moment newlywed Greta Hokanson shared a dance with the man who saved her life when she was just 16. Greta was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2006, and the only cure was a bone marrow transplant. None of her…
Meet Gong Xunhui, a 62-year-old woman from Chengdu, China, who has ALS (also known as Motor Neurone Disease), which has left her virtually frozen — she can no longer move her body or speak. However, through sheer determination and hard work, Xunhui recently…
Meet Aniela McGuinness, a 32-year-old actress from Hollywood, Florida. She decided to deal with her breast cancer diagnosis by doing a photoshoot titled “My Breast Choice,” where McGuinness photographed herself as Rosie the Riveter prior to her operation and the Bride…
It’s the world’s most commonly consumed drug, and for many good reasons. Caffeine’s history stretches as far back as the discovery of tea in China and coffee in Africa — yet unlike other natural psychoactive substances, it alone has managed to stay…
An awesome collaboration between startup Open Bionics and Disney means that soon, children in need of prosthetic arms can take their pick from a range of princess- and superhero-themed arms. The cheap, Iron Man-, Frozen-, and Star-Wars-inspired prosthetic arms are made…
Meet 21-year-old medical student Tessa Calder, who was recently diagnosed with metastatic medulloblastoma (tumour of the cerebellum). The witty fourth-year medical student, from Australia, has been entertaining family, friends, and her fellow patients with a series of amusing photos, where she…
Brittle hair? Thinning hair? Losing hair? Greying hair? It could be down to genetics, stress, or maybe you’re not eating right. Besides keratin treatments, organic shampoos and that amazing peach conditioner, what you put inside yourself has a pretty big impact on how your hair and skin look.…
Coconut oil is a gift to mankind. It’s as versatile as white vinegar and baking soda, but without the strong smell or prickling sensations. A natural favorite among beauty connoisseurs and Victoria’s Secret models, coconut oil can find a place…
Despite the enormous difficulties premature babies face, Quebec-based photographer Red Methot shows that they are little fighters. In his Les Premas photo series, children and adults of various ages pose with photos of themselves as premature babies. The contrast between the tubes…
Most dog owners would agree that you don’t need a reason to cuddle your dog more often — if anything, a dog’s stare and nuzzle is enough to melt any pooch lover’s heart. There are, however, actual benefits to cuddling and petting…
For those of us who like it hot, breathing flames from the mouth and feeling beads of sweat on the forehead are a regular meal-time occurrence. It’s common knowledge that a bowl of chili can fix many things, and cultures have used spice…
Working out is tough. It takes major discipline, hard work, and a kick-ass playlist. If you’re one of those people in a love/hate relationship with working out at the gym — don’t worry, you’re not alone. #1. “Please no one look at…