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In the '60s, the space age sitcom The Jetsons toyed with the image of a family of four flying around in the sky in a futuristic automobile. No one believed such a day would come. But, folks, we're almost there. Now some lucky citizens like Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban who live in luxury high-rise buildings have what's called an "en-suite sky garage." The tricked-out feature is essentially a Read more
The White House is an unusual home, but it's not the only home that features an elevator. Growing up I had a classmate whose ranch-style home had an elevator running from the main floor to the basement. I always suspected it was an escape route because her father was possibly a Mafioso. You needn't be a world leader or a criminal to own an elevator, though. Remember photographer Jay Maisel's Read more
I'm sure you've probably seen this video already, since it's been spreading on the Internet like a wildfire, but if you haven't, here's some background info to bring you up to speed. On Friday October 15, 1999, Nicholas White went outside for a cigarette break while working in New York's McGraw-Hill building (it was 11pm on a Friday). On his way back, the elevator stopped, and he was trapped for Read more
You may have seen the gripping and disturbing surveillance video of the poor man trapped inside an elevator for 41 hours after leaving his office to take a smoke. Like all things in this world, there needs to be a cat version. Nora the cat playing the haunting piano accompaniment so instantly recognizable to those who've seen the other vid? A stroke of genius. Read more
Talk about peer pressure! If everyone stands facing the wrong way in an elevator, will the "other" guy follow the crowd and face the wall, too? Herd mentality can be a very scary thing. Read more
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How To Make The Most Of Your Elevator Time...And Yes, We're Serious. Ask if you can push the button for other people, but push the wrong ones. Call the psychic hot-line from your cell phone and ask if they know what floor you're on. Hold the doors open and say you're waiting for a friend. After a while, let the doors close, and say, "Hi (imaginary friend's name). How's your day been?" Drop a Read more
Do you find yourself constantly hunching over while staring at your laptop? Check out the new Elevator by Griffin, which raises your laptop to a safer and comfortable viewing level. The Elevator fits all laptops, keeps them securely in place and prevents your notebook from overheating! Griffin also explains how Healthy Computing recommends positioning the top of your screen level with your eyes Read more
Bono and wife Ali Hewson's elevated eco-conscious clothing brand showed off a darker mood this season, but not to worry, the presence of Edun's signature exotic prints abounded in pops of silky fuchsia and teal combos. From draped cowl-neck dresses to structured outerwear, the Fall '12 lineup is for a strong woman. Our full runway report is coming soon, but click through now to see the collection Read more
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