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ALERT: Baywatch star Alexandra Paul arrested in a beagle heist at a large dog breeder and scientific research facility in Wisconsin. Alexandra Paul, 62, was arrested for trespassing, along with approximately 20 other people, for breaking into Ridglan Farms. Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett released the following statement: "Our role is to keep everyone safe and to respond when unlawful activity takes place. We encourage anyone with concerns about animal welfare or research practices to engage through lawful and constructive avenues. The Sheriff’s Office remains committed to maintaining public safety, promoting peaceful dialogue, and ensuring that all parties can exercise their rights within the bounds of the law."

In the past, when there was no electricity in Japan 🇯🇵, so artists entertained by dim candlelight. Eventually, they started painting the faces white to look more beautiful in such conditions. Geisha, kabuki actors, court ladies, dancers, etc. adapted the white makeup (oshiroi or shironuri in Japanese) as an essential part of their profession. Not only the face but also the neck is painted in the front and back. Geisha paint lines on the back of their necks to make it appear longer and slimmer. Such makeup is applied almost every day, as the long kimono for dance requires the face to be painted. For stage performances, even hands and calves are painted white. Usually, oshiroi takes 30-50 minutes to apply. Charming Geisha represents one of the most iconic cultural images in Japan. The history of a geisha's iconic makeup goes back to the Heian Period (794-1185 AD) where nobility wore the white paste in front of the emperor so that their faces would stand out in the candlelight. During this period, the influence of Chinese culture included trends in beauty and practice. Geishas created a porcelain look for the purpose of showing their emotions clearly to the auditory. This was especially important in the evening when faces need to be visible and recognizable. Today, modern Geishas and actors on stage still continue this practice, with all traditional aspects of classic Geishas appearance. The first step that a geisha takes to putting on her makeup is melting a special wax called Abura all over her face and neck. Geisha warm-up this wax in hands, because it needs to dissolves into an oily texture. This ensures that all pores and crevices are filled in to give their skin a uniform texture. It also protects the skin from white paint. The next step involves the most important part of a geisha's makeup: the white foundation called Oshiroi. Meaning “White Powder,” it is carefully mixed with water in a small dish to form a paste. Then that paste is painted onto their faces and neck with special brushes called Hake. They use two different sizes: one that's the width of a hand for large swaths and another that's a few fingers wide for details and small areas. These brushes are made from badger or goat hair and can last for a few years. In a separate dish, she will mix some of the Oshiroi and add some pink powder called Tonoko and contour parts of her face. This gives her a less overall pale look and provides a striking hint of blush when viewed up close. Then she will paint two lines on the back of her neck called Eriashi, meaning “Neck Lines.” These two lines serve a dual purpose: the first is to give the impression that her makeup is like a mask, and the second is to leave a small bit of skin showing as traditionally the nape of a woman's neck was considered sexy. During formal occasions, she will paint three lines instead of two called Sanbonashi, which means “Three-Pointed Lines.” After the Oshiroi has been applied, she will dab some white powder called Kona Oshiroi all over to give her face a softer look. The pink that she previously applied will show through as the powder is extremely light. Next comes the striking red called Beni, meaning “Crimson.” It is applied with a small brush called a Beni Hake around the ends of the eyes, the eyebrows, and the lips. Unlike Western make-up, the Beni is used for multiple areas of the face, which is more akin to a paste than a lipstick. It's dabbed onto the eyes for a soft effect but painted undiluted onto the lips to make them a bright red. The first-year maiko will only paint their bottom lip as a sign of their immaturity, while maiko from their second year onward and all geisha will paint both lips. They will paint their lips slightly smaller than their actual lips to make them look cute and more like flower petals. Finally, black liner is added to the eyebrows and the eyelids to give them an undeniable sharpness and complete the look. 🎥© tokyoasmrmassage (IG) #archaeohistories

This situation stayed heavy on our hearts for days. A mother crow had been caught in an illegal leg trap, and her leg was badly injured. Letting her go like that would have meant certain death. We could tell she had been caring for babies recently, but we had no idea where they were. For several days, animal control officers searched everywhere for her chicks, but they couldn’t find them. At the same time, we were looking after a baby crow that had been orphaned in a completely different area. Holding onto a small hope, we decided to bring the two together. As soon as the injured mother saw the baby, she walked straight to him. She gently held him with her beak, pulled him close, and then placed herself in front of him, protecting him from the people watching. She was a mother who had lost her babies, and he was a baby who had lost his mother. The very next day, against all expectations, her babies were finally found. She raised the orphan along with her own chicks at the rescue while her leg healed. When the time came, they were all released together—one large, happy family. This will always be one of our most cherished rescue stories.

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At midnight, the regime raided 18‑year‑old Melika Azizi’s home and dragged her to Lakan Prison in Rasht. She’s been beaten, cut off from her family, and sentenced to death. In court she looked the judge in the eye and shouted: “You’ve spilled the blood of so many young people, how can I stay silent? It doesn’t matter to me, kill me too.” This is a teenager whose “crime” was courage. We can’t let them execute her in silence. #MelikaAzizi #StopExecutionsInIran

Wassily Kandinsky Interior | 1909

The “Papyrus Fresco,” discovered at Akrotiri on Santorini. Dating to the 17th century BCE, it depicts stylised papyrus or sea lilies, reflecting the natural elegance of Minoan civilization art.

Suffragette-defaced Edward VII penny with subversive political graffiti for the UK women's suffrage cause - 20thC, via British Museum #WomensArt #WomensHistoryMonth

Oi Yee Tai Lean On Me

The Antašava church bell, buried during World War II for protection, was unearthed in 2024 in Lithuania after being discovered by a local farmer in his field.

Fabulous French home on the water

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George Wesley Bellows Parrot, 1915

Jane Newland

Stonehaven Harbour, Aberdeenshire Scotland Art Nouveau Painting Art Print

🚨ALERTE I Un parc d’éoliennes industrielles menace le silence de l’abbaye Notre-Dame des Neiges 🔴⚡️ Arrivées en Ardèche en décembre 2022 pour redonner vie à l’abbaye de Notre-Dame des Neiges, les treize sœurs cisterciennes venues de l’abbaye de Boulaur doivent aujourd’hui affronter une nouvelle épreuve

'Our land' by Inuk artist Kenojuak Ashevak #WomensArt #LandscapeArtWeek

🐱 Voici Pattoune, 8 ans, arrivée au refuge #30millionsdamis de La Tuilerie (77) en février dernier. 🐈 Elle a été trouvée sur la voie publique avec une fracture ouverte de la patte avant droite, et a malheureusement dû être amputée 💕 Malgré cette épreuve, Pattoune fait preuve d’une incroyable résilience et beaucoup de courage. 🤗 Elle se remet doucement, à son rythme, et attend désormais une #AdoptionResponsable au sein d'un foyer présent, calme et rassurant. Pour la rencontrer : ☎️01.64.00.15.45 📧 latuilerie@30millionsdamis.fr

Men are simple creatures

Adorable moment of Madrid's Municipal Police dog Paco, performing a resuscitation (CPR) on an officer during a drill. It's stealing hearts worldwide! ❤️